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2025 Spring Gala:
"Innovating for Impact"
On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, we gathered at Trinity Church NYC for an unforgettable evening celebrating belief—belief in the brilliance of our youth, the urgency of this moment, and the power of community to transform lives.
We were honored to recognize Maria Hinojosa, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and founder of Futuro Media, whose fearless storytelling—including the groundbreaking Suave podcast—amplifies voices that are too often unheard.
We also celebrated two of our extraordinary internship partners: CIVILIAN, a global architecture and design studio, and Douglas Elliman, a leader in real estate. Their deep commitment to mentorship and opportunity helps pave bold futures for our young people.
One of the night’s most powerful moments was presenting our five 2025 exalt scholars—a testament to what’s possible when youth are given the chance to thrive. Since 2020, exalt has awarded over $400,000 in scholarships to 40 young people.
As we celebrate this milestone, we also mark a moment of transition. We are deeply grateful to Yumari Martinez (Board Chair), Ruth Fromer (Treasurer), and Kunal Das (Secretary) for their years of service and steady leadership as exalt’s governing officers. Their commitment has been instrumental in positioning exalt for this next chapter of growth.
We are proud to share that a new slate of board leadership will take the helm on July 1st, continuing exalt’s strong trajectory with purpose and vision. We will announce our incoming Board Chair soon, and please stay tuned for more on this exciting next chapter.
Our 2025 Gala video captured the life-changing impact of internships and how they open doors, spark dreams, and expand possibilities.
All contributions up to $600,000 were generously matched by the Lawrence Foundation and an anonymous national foundation. For those who couldn't join us, consider participating with a gift.
Our generous sponsors also included:
