2026 Kaleidoscope Ball
The Kaleidoscope Ball celebrates the mosaic of experiences, journeys, and opportunities found within the A Better Chance community. We hope that you’ll join us on June 9th, 2026 at Edison Ballroom as we celebrate our impact. Talent exists everywhere but opportunity does not. Join us in the work of providing access to opportunity and help equip more Scholars with the knowledge and experience needed to ensure bright futures.
Edison Ballroom
240 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
June 9, 2026
6-9 PM
Cocktail/Business Formal
Sponsorships starting at $15K are available. Learn More.
The Chairperson's Award Award Honoree
Kourtney Gibson CEO of Retirement Services
TIAA
The Dream Builder Award Award Honoree
Kurt Van Wagenen CEO
Summit Broadband
Tickets & Sponsorships
For a full list of sponsorship opportunities and benefits. Click here!
If you have questions or would like to learn more about sponsorship, please email: development@abetterchance.org
For other methods of payment, including check or wire, please contact development@abetterchance.org
Benefit Committee
A Better Chance thanks the following individuals who are devoting their time and talent to making this year's Benefit Dinner a success!
Committee Co-Chair
Laurie and Peter Atkins
Francisco Borges
Daniel and Alexis DiBiasio
Ekene Ezulike
Tayo Famakinwa
Niko and Kathlika Fontes
Rob and Ellen Fullerton
Michelle Gittens*
Keith Evans
Gennell and Genia Jefferson
Kelvin Jones
Theo Killion*
Sheila Marmon Heuer* and Steve Heuer
Chris Marquardt
Star McDade
Samantha Robinson‑Daye
George Wilson* and Andrea Nixon
Adrea Williams
* denotes A Better Chance Alumni
Highlights from Past Benefit Dinners
