Harlem School of the Arts Gala raises $845k for youth

Harlem School of the Arts held their Annual Benefit Gala last month at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City. The night included a reception, followed by dinner and the Gala program. The evening concluded with plenty of dancing! The theme of this year’s gala was dedicated to the iconic television show, Soul Train!

The Harlem School of the Arts (HSA) gala marked its 61st anniversary. The event brought together artists, changemakers, and supporters to celebrate the enduring influence of Black culture—and raised over $845,000.

These funds will directly support scholarships and world-class arts training for nearly 5,000 NYC students each year, the majority of whom are Black or Latino and from underserved communities.

HISTORY OF HARLEM SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

Harlem School of the Arts was founded in 1964 by internationally acclaimed concert soprano Dorothy Maynor, inspired by her fervent belief that world-class training in the arts stimulates the child, strengthens the family, and gives pride of ownership to the community.

For more information on their programs: https://hsanyc.org/

Sources:

https://amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/05/29/harlem-school-of-the-arts-raises-845k-at-annual-gala/

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