The 2026 Joyful Occasions Gala
Heart of the City: The Joyful Occasions Gala
Join us for our 2nd annual Gala! We’re heading back to Littlefield for an evening where we'll be honoring our 3 2026 scholarship winners in an electric atmosphere with free food, an open bar, live music & more. Mark your calendars for a night you won't want to miss.
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Looking Back: 2025
A Celebration of Community and Impact: May 31, 2025
On May 31, 2025, Joyful Occasions proudly hosted our inaugural gala, marking a significant milestone in our mission to give back to NYC’s youth in a fun and inclusive way. Netting $10,000 at an accessible $100 ticket price, we proved that community-driven joy can create serious impact.
The Joyful Futures Scholarship
The evening centered on the Joyful Futures Scholarship. We were proud to present $5,000 scholarships to two outstanding recipients—Jordyn Chambers and James Walls III—supporting their transition into higher education.
2025 Financial Allocation
- $5,000Funded the 2026 Joyful Futures Scholarship Fund
- $2,500Supported JoyFEST (360 backpack kits for children)
- $2,500Directed toward our 2026 programming
2025 Food & Beverage Sponsors
Breadivore
Konoha Yakitori
Wangz BK
Mr. Wonton
Tropical Treats
Dino BBQ
Til Death Coffee
Together, we are building a joyful future.