ABOUT IAC / LET THE WORLD BE YOUR CLASSROOM 🌍

OUR MISSION: I AM C.U.L.T.U.R.E.D. Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization devoted to empowering high school youth of color to become innovative global citizens through experiential learning, mentorship, and cultural experiences. We aim to address the barriers of travel on the high school level, creating leaders of tomorrow who can envision a life outside their immediate communities, in post-grad and beyond. #LetTheWorldBeYourClassroom 🌍

OUR IMPACT: IAC takes a holistic approach to Youth Development, blending traditional + experiential learning environments: classroom-based workshops, virtual mentorship sessions, community service activities, and domestic + global travel opportunities. Our scholars depart from our 12-month program empowered by self-discovery + dynamic personal growth, with a deep understanding of what it means to be C.U.L.T.U.R.E.D.

The IAC organization is run by a tireless group of volunteers + advocates, and relies on fundraising, grants, and the generosity of our donor community to make our Youth Development programming possible. ❤️

ABOUT THE GALA / PARTY WITH A PURPOSE 💫

OUR CAPSTONE FUNDRAISING EVENT: The IAC Gala is the annual culminating celebration of our Youth Development program year + our courageous Student Ambassadors turned Global Citizens. It's a chance for us to honor bold changemakers in our communities and toast to building pathways to brighter futures for our young people. As an IAC Gala attendee, you'll enjoy an elegant evening of cultural enrichment, community connection, gourmet food + drinks, live entertainment, and so much more– with the added bonus of knowing your ticket purchase directly benefits the Student Ambassadors who participate in I AM CULTURED's Youth Development programming. #PartyWithAPurpose 🌀

OUR TWIST ON BLACK-TIE: Each year, we draw inspiration from places all around the globe to guide the curation of unique thematic Gala experiences for our attendees. We like to think of it as a black-tie affair with a twist. Our muse for the 2026 Gala will be shared in the coming weeks - can you guess where we're headed to this year?!

Don't wait until the last minute to secure your spot; get your Gala ticket today!

THE 8TH ANNUAL IAC FUNDRAISING GALA

Dinner. Drinks. Music. Culture. Connection.

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