About this Event
Join Us for the 4th Annual 2026 Night of Excellence Fundraising Gala!
Join ACE Academy for an unforgettable evening at our 4th Annual Night of Excellence Gala as we celebrate the achievements of our scholars, honor the champions who support our mission, and raise critical funds to empower the next generation of leaders.
This year's theme, ACE Hall of F.A.M.E: Hollywood, pays tribute to the trailblazers, visionaries, and changemakers who have shaped Black excellence across generations. Guests are invited to experience a glamorous evening inspired by the elegance, creativity, and impact of Black Hollywood while supporting the life-changing work of ACE Academy.
The Night of Excellence serves as ACE Academy's premier fundraising event, supporting programs that empower young men of color through:
- Academic enrichment
- Leadership development
- Mentorship and coaching
- College and career readiness
- Social-emotional learning
- Summer and after-school programming
- Family engagement initiatives
In Kind Donations: https://forms.gle/UwnLMUsexns1CJFM7
Hotel Block: https://www.hyatt.com/events/en-US/group-booking/SEARL/G-ACE6
Sponsorship: https://canva.link/6scpegy791ow532
Event venue & nearby stays
Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport, 1053 Lake Washington Boulevard North, Renton, United States
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.