New Yorkers for Children to Hold 30th Gala
The nonprofit's anniversary event on November 9, 2026, follows a styling session with Macy's personal stylists for young adults in foster care.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Philanthropy
New Yorkers for Children will hold its 30th anniversary gala on November 9, 2026. Ahead of the event, several clients worked with personal stylists at Macy's flagship store in Midtown to select outfits.
Why it matters
The organization serves young people ages 18 to 26 with support for college admissions, careers, and financial and emotional well-being. Its programs reach more than 1,000 young people each year, and the event highlights a two-decade partnership with Macy's.
New Yorkers for Children serves more than 1,000 young people annually, with a client age range of 18 to 26. Macy's has partnered with the organization for two decades, though the financial value of its donated attire was not disclosed.
The players
New Yorkers for Children
A New York City nonprofit that supports young people ages 18 to 26 with college admissions, career development, and financial and emotional well-being.
Macy's
A national department store chain whose Midtown Manhattan flagship has supported New Yorkers for Children for two decades through styling and attire donations.
The details
Clients worked with Macy's personal stylists at the Midtown flagship store to select outfits for the gala. Macy's donates suits, gowns, and other attire for gala attendees.
Timeline
Two decades: Macy's partnership with New Yorkers for Children began.
November 9, 2026: New Yorkers for Children holds its 30th anniversary gala.
Season Trajectory
The gala marks a 30th anniversary for New Yorkers for Children and continues a two-decade corporate partnership with Macy's. It reflects a sustained model in which retail sponsorship supports the transition of young adults from foster care into independent adulthood.
Shoppers at Macy's may see the retailer's ongoing community partnerships reflected in its philanthropic activity. For New York City residents, the gala highlights local support services available to young adults aging out of foster care.
The takeaway
Long-term corporate partnerships with nonprofits can provide young adults with practical resources such as professional styling for life milestones. Residents interested in supporting similar work can look to local organizations that serve this age group.
What happens next
The 30th anniversary gala takes place on November 9, 2026.
Further reading
For more on corporate giving, explore Philanthropy coverage on Wisevoter.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ABC7 New York.
