An evening of community, connection, and impact supporting Westchester teens.

Thursday, October 22, 2026
6:00–9:00 PM
Captain Lawrence Brewing Company, Mt. Kisco

Tickets $150
Early Bird Pricing through August $125

Purchase Your Tickets or Donate Today!
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2026 Event Host Committee

Lori Benson
Nisa Geller
Mai Kim Flournoy
Julia Klagsbrun
Jackie Kunhardt
Sarah Kunhardt
Emily Winograd Leonard
Laurie Hirsch Schulz
Lynn Siegel
Ariel Starkweather

This year we are celebrating a leader who builds bridges…

We’re thrilled to announce that Elissa D. Hecker will receive
Westchester Youth Alliance’s first 2026 Community Impact Award

The Community Impact Award recognizes an individual whose leadership, service, and commitment to strengthening our community reflect the values WYA seeks to inspire in the next generation.

Photo Credit: Loraine T. Hecker

Meet Our Honoree:
Elissa D. Hecker

Elissa has built a career and a life around helping others succeed. A respected attorney, advisor, and dedicated community volunteer, she generously shares her expertise, leadership, and connections to strengthen individuals, organizations, and communities.

Elissa has also been a meaningful bridge between UJA-Federation of New York and Westchester Youth Alliance, helping deepen a partnership rooted in a shared belief in the power of connection and community. Her commitment to building bridges, empowering others, and strengthening communities embodies the values WYA seeks to cultivate in young people across Westchester.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Purpose Leader — $10,000

  • Twelve event tickets

  • Name/logo included in on-site signage and post-event email blast

  • Dedicated social media post

  • Speaking opportunity during the event program

Youth Champion — $5,000

  • Ten event tickets

  • Name/logo included in on-site signage and post-event email blast

  • Dedicated social media post

  • Verbal recognition during the event program

Bridge Builder — $2,500

  • Eight event tickets

  • Name/logo included in on-site signage and post-event email blast

  • Verbal recognition during the event program

Civic Supporter — $1,000

  • Four event tickets

  • Name/logo included in on-site signage, post-event email blast, and shared social media post

Community Connector — $500

  • Two event tickets

  • Name/logo included in on-site signage

YES, I Want to Be a Sponsor!

Thank You to Our Early Sponsors

Interviewmama.com
Jackie & George Kunhardt
Bedford Books
Julia Klagsbrun & Christine “Tina” Foster with Corcoran Legends

Westchester Youth Alliance brings together diverse high school students through community service, dialogue, the arts, and civic engagement, fostering connection, belonging, and purpose while equipping young people to lead in their communities and shape a more just and inclusive future.