Together We Thrive
2026 Benefit for NYC Youth

This is your chance to directly champion the young people served by The Door and Broome Street Academy. Join us for an evening filled with powerful testimonials from our youth and staff, celebrate alongside dedicated advocates and honorees, and bid on exclusive luxury auction items.

With gourmet food and wine to savor, every moment supports our vital mission: providing comprehensive, life-changing services to teens and young adults in New York City. Be part of the change. Secure your spot and make an impact!


A Very Special Thank You To The

2026 Together We Thrive Benefit Host Committee!
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Cathy & Frank Aquila
Stephanie Durden Barfield & Jon Barfield
April Barton
Brandon Blackwood
Lauren Blum & C. William Merten
Maya Browne & Laurence Pels
Trisha & Marc N. DeBevoise
Blake Devillier & Jerad Gardemal
Benjamin Felt & Carla Milan
Leslie Fielden & Jeff Seidel
Hollis & Jim Forbes
Foster Pride | Lynn Schurnberger
Cristin Frodella
Ilaria Fusina & Adam Woodward
Barbara Hill & David Zurndorfer
Jeff & Brittany Katzin
William W. McFadden & Adela Woliansky
Brian McQueen
Abra Metz-Dworkin & Evan Gogel
Javier Munoz
Hunter Philbrick & Clementine Drackett
Leah & Clayton Pope
Swati Rao & William Murdock
The Ready Foundation | Bethany & Euan Menzies
Brian & Lauren Ross
Alixx Schottland & Matthew Pomerantz
Scott & Katie Singer
Kelly Stevens & Peter Lupoff
Jessica Valarezo
Alex Wood




2026 SPONSORS



Thriving Together Sponsor
Invus


Community Champion Sponsors

Leah & Clayton Pope

Outstanding Advocate Sponsors

Benjamin Felt & Carla Milan
Cathy & Frank Aquila
Lauren Blum & C. William Merten
Barbara Hill & David Zurndorfer
Hollis & Jim Forbes
Kelly Stevens & Peter Lupoff
The Ready Foundation | Bethany & Euan Menzies

Daring Dreamer Sponsor

 Suejin Yang & William Lee

Steadfast Partner Sponsors

Trinity Church Philanthropies
Maya Browne & Laurence Pels
Ilaria Fusina & Adam Woodward
Stephanie Durden Barfield & Jon Barfield
Kelsey Louie & Brett Perala
Brittany & Jeff Katzin
 Adela Woliansky & William W. McFadden

About The Door and Broome Street Academy


For teens and young adults navigating life, there's one door in New York City that is always open. For over 50 years, The Door has been a trusted place for young people between 12 and 24. All are welcome as they are, to be themselves, address challenges, and access services when and how they need them. With our roots in the heart of New York City and a presence across the boroughs, The Door offers comprehensive programs and services, including mental health counseling, health and nutrition assistance, legal services, housing support, arts, education, and career guidance. At The Door, everything is free, and everyone is welcome.

In addition to our core services, we provide opportunities for academic achievement and scholarship through Broome Street Academy, a high-impact public charter school co-located within The Door.

Broome Street Academy (BSA) is a high-impact SUNY-authorized public charter high school co-located within The Door. Serving 300 students per year from across all five boroughs, we set aside 50% of the seats in our incoming 9th-grade class for students transitionally housed or in foster care.



The Door

The Door
Questions? Please contact us at [email protected].

Location

Gotham Hall, Broadway, New York, NY, USA

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