MOTM4L’s 4th Annual Fundraising Gala: Investing in Our Community and the Future of Our Youth
Mentor On The Move 4 Life (MOTM4L) is preparing for its 4th Annual Fundraising Gala, an important event that will help support the organization's programs and community services throughout 2027.
Located at our venue sponsor: Arcadia Bar and Grill, this special evening brings people together around a shared mission: creating opportunities, supporting families, and helping young people build brighter futures.
A Commitment to Our Community
Every young person deserves access to positive mentors, meaningful experiences, and opportunities to discover their potential. We also believe that strong communities are built by supporting families and caring for our seniors.
Our programs work to meet these needs through mentorship, safe passage to education, arts and cultural experiences, STEM exploration, career training, food distribution, and senior support services.
The annual gala helps us continue this work while planning for the year ahead. Funds raised will support the continuation and expansion of our 2027 programs, allowing us to reach more young people and provide valuable resources to the community.
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Helping Students See Beyond Their Neighborhood
One of our exciting goals for 2027 is an educational trip to Washington, D.C.
For our students, this trip would be about much more than visiting a new city. It would be an opportunity to explore American history, learn about government and civic responsibility, strengthen leadership skills, and experience places they may have only read about in books or seen in the classroom.
Experiences like these can help young people develop confidence, curiosity, and a stronger understanding of the world around them. They can also inspire students to think bigger about their education, their goals, and the difference they can make in their communities.
With the support of our donors, sponsors, and community members, MOTM4L hopes to make this opportunity possible for our students.
Building Opportunities Through Community Support
The work of MOTM4L extends beyond our youth programs. We remain committed to helping families access food, providing support to seniors, and connecting young people with resources that can help them succeed.
As we look toward 2027, our goals include continuing food assistance, expanding educational and career development opportunities, and strengthening the programs that bring our community together.
These efforts require resources, dedicated mentors, and people who believe in the importance of investing in others. Every contribution helps us plan for the future and continue serving the community.
We are grateful to our venue sponsor Arcadia Bar and Grill for hosting our 4th Annual Fundraising Gala and supporting the mission of MOTM4L. Community partnerships play an important role in helping organizations like ours turn plans into real opportunities for the people we serve.
Join Us on December 16
We invite our supporters, partners, friends, and community members to join us for an evening dedicated to making a difference.
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Event Details
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Event: MOTM4L 4th Annual Fundraising Gala
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Date: December 16, 2026
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Location: Arcadia Bar and Grill 12-21 Astoria Blvd, Astoria, NY 11102
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Host: Steph Jones
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Special Performance: Perri Jones
Your support can help make our 2027 goals possible: educational trips, programs that provide our youth with guidance, skills, and new opportunities.
Whether you attend the gala, make a donation, share our mission, or connect us with someone who wants to help, you can be part of this work.
At MOTM4L, we know that changing lives takes a community. When we come together to support our young people, families, and seniors, we help build a stronger future for everyone.
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Help us make 2027 a year of growth, opportunity, and progress. Join MOTM4L in making a difference, one person and one opportunity at a time.
