2026 GCSA Scholars Benefit

Supporting GCSA’s Class of 2028 Scholarship Fund

Join us for a special evening in support of the Governor’s Committee on Scholastic Achievement (GCSA).

About GCSA

GCSA is a New York City nonprofit that provides mentorship, community, and scholarship support to public high school students as they prepare for college and beyond.

Through long-term relationships with mentors and a strong community of support, students gain the confidence, access, and guidance they need to succeed.

Some of our Class of 2028 students from Urban Assembly School of Design and Construction with members of the GCSA program team.

About the Event

The 2026 Scholars Benefit is a rooftop fundraiser bringing together mentors, alumni, and supporters of GCSA for an evening of community, celebration, and giving.

Guests will enjoy light bites, dessert, mini-golf, and a two-hour open bar for guests ages 21 and over.

Please note: This is not a 21+ only event. Guests under 21 are welcome to attend; however, guests must be 21 or older with valid ID to enjoy alcoholic beverages from the open bar.

Proceeds support GCSA’s Class of 2028 Scholarship Fund and help sustain the financial support our students need to thrive.

Event Information

Date: Thursday, May 14
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Rory’s Rooftop at Puttery
446 W 14th St, New York, NY 10014

Alcoholic beverages are available only to guests ages 21 and over with valid ID.

2026 Event Honorees

During the Scholars Benefit, we will recognize mentors, alumni, and school partners whose care and commitment help make GCSA possible.

Mentor-Mentee Pair Award
Raika Islam and Patricia “Patti” Hoban

Outstanding New Mentor Award
Burgandy McCurty
Theodore “Teddy” MacDonald
Bao Ngoc Nguyen
John “JD” Duong

Legacy Mentor Award
Judith Haut

School Staff Award
Anna Garner

Thank You to Our Event Sponsors

We are grateful to the individuals and partners helping make this year’s Scholars Benefit possible.

Hero Sponsors
Kimelman & Baird
Casey DePasquale

Champion Sponsors
AMG National Trust
Northeastern Power
Adele Edmonds
Christian M. Hughes
Ronnie Welch
Simone Betchen

Advocate Sponsor
Catherine Dodge

Friend Sponsor
Charmain Walkin

Thank You to Our In-Kind Sponsors

We are thankful to the businesses and organizations helping make our silent auction special.

Art by Anna Garner
Brickhouse NYC
Chipotle
City Winery
Color Me Mine UWS
East Village Books
El Museo del Barrio
Good Time Pilates
Gotham Gymnastics
Gourmetbaskets.com
Kendra Scott
Mercer Labs
Museum of the Moving Image
Museum of Illusions
SPYSCAPE
Studio Museum in Harlem
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
The Met
The New York Sewing Center
The Othership
Tito's Vodka
Urban Air Adventure Park
Vital Climbing Gym
Westville

Event Leadership

Event Co-Chairs

Yasmeen Mock
Adele Edmonds

Event Committee

Milly Seraus-Roache
Chrissy Hughes-Santoro
Casey DePasquale
Cat Dodge

We hope you’ll join us for a joyful evening in support of GCSA students!