Event Details
Join us for an afternoon celebrating the journey of Another Choice Youth and Family Outreach (ACYFO) as we honor our roots, revel in our present achievements, and look ahead to a brighter future.
Event Name: Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Present, Embracing Our Future
Ticket Price: $200
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Alhambra Ballroom
2116 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd, New York, NY
About GALA
Mt. Zion A.M.E. The Church has been carrying out this vital work for 103 years. However, in 2013, we established a 501(c)(3) to expand our capacity with the creation of ACYFO. Since then, it has remained a beacon of hope and empowerment for East Harlem’s youth, families, seniors, and returning citizens. This gala will pay tribute to the visionaries and community champions who paved the way while showcasing the groundbreaking programs and partnerships that define our work today.
Event Highlights
- Honoring Our Past: Presentation of awards to founding members and key community leaders who have been instrumental in shaping ACYFO’s mission.
- Celebrating Our Present: Explore ACYFO’s innovative programs, including professional development workshops, artistic literacy initiatives, and food security programs that are transforming lives in East Harlem.
- Embracing Our Future: Unveiling our vision for the ACYFO Center for Solutions and Performance Space—a groundbreaking hub for artistic expression, community empowerment, and social change.
We Need Your Support
With the invaluable support of our community partners and residents, we’ve made tremendous progress toward our vision for East Harlem. However, much more is needed to fully bring it to life. Proceeds from tickets and donations for the 2025 Gala will directly fund essential renovations, including plumbing, electrical upgrades, elevator installation, new furnishings, and other enhancements to create the inspiring ACYFO Theater and Center for Solutions. Together, we can make this vision a reality!
Our Vision
The ACYFO Center for Solutions and Performance Space will be a transformative hub for artistic expression and community empowerment in East Harlem. Designed to address critical issues such as poverty, community health, mass incarceration, and resource sharing, the Center will provide culturally sensitive spaces, including a Black Box Community Theatre, visual arts and music production studios, and co-working areas for local organizations and residents. Serving a diverse audience—including seniors, children, families, returning citizens, and grassroots organizers—the Center will promote public safety, reduce recidivism, and support community artists and entrepreneurs through programs, training, and social services. By building strong partnerships and offering holistic solutions, the ACYFO Center seeks to create a stronger, more connected East Harlem.