BELA Presents: The Gratitude Gala

BELA Presents:The Gratitude Gala - Celebrating Community, Cultivating Possibility

On May 21, 2026, BELA will host its newly reimagined Gratitude Gala—an evening devoted to honoring the collective power of partnership and the promise of our young people.

This year’s gala is more than a fundraiser; it is a celebration of the ecosystem that sustains BELA’s mission. Through our postsecondary preparation curriculum, service learning initiatives, and culture of leadership, BELA students are empowered to thrive. The Gratitude Gala lifts up the educators, activists, and cultural leaders who walk alongside us in this journey.

The evening will include:
✨ Cocktail receptions before and after the program
✨ A dinner program spotlighting our distinguished honorees
✨ Student testimonies and performances
✨ Special guests and inspiring remarks

Together, we will celebrate the transformative impact of gratitude, partnership, and community.

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Host or Publisher For more information, contact Camile Gayle at [email protected] or 347.491.2497