Hit the Books Annual Benefit Dinner

Monday, October 5, 2026

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of Harlem's next generation of leaders!

The Hit the Books Annual Benefit Dinner is our signature event, a night of joy, inspiration, and community. It is important to bring together HTB's supporters, partners, and community to celebrate the incredible young people we serve and the amazing people who make it all possible. This year, we are thrilled to have two honorees for their extraordinary generosity and steadfast belief in our students and the mission of Hit the Books:

Leadership Honoree: Anne Williams-Isom

Champion Honoree: Larry Wolfson

Together, we will cheer on our students' amazing achievements, lift up those who support our work, and fuel a future where every child in Harlem has the chance to thrive!

The Evening Includes:

Cocktail reception and energizing networking
Delicious dinner and drinks
Inspiring performances and presentations
An auction with exclusive, unforgettable experiences
Dynamic opportunities to invest in Harlem's brightest young leaders

About Hit the Books

At Hit the Books, we believe resilience can be taught and celebrated.

Young people walk through our doors and discover something powerful: the confidence, discipline, and perseverance to overcome obstacles and reach for their dreams. Through academic support, mentorship, social emotional learning, and mixed martial arts, they are not just succeeding in school. They are learning how to navigate life with courage, purpose, and unstoppable character.

Everything we do is grounded in five core values that light the way:

Ambition: Students believe every opportunity can be achieved with a positive attitude, hard work, and tenacity.
Discipline: Build habits that create success.
Compassion: Lifting others as they grow.
Commitment: Keep showing up, even when it's hard.
Resilience: The belief that they can bounce back from anything.

These values shape every class, every conversation, every challenge, and every triumph!

Thank you for standing with Harlem's young people and ensuring they have the support, opportunities, and community to build bright, unstoppable futures.

We look forward to celebrating with you on October 5, 2026!

Hit the Books 2026 Benefit Dinner

"Tough Times Don't Last. Tough People Do."