The Adventure Project’s 15th Anniversary Gala raised $113K to create jobs and empower families through dignified work.
On Tuesday, October 28th, The Adventure Project community gathered in New York City to celebrate an important milestone: 15 years of lifting people out of poverty through dignified jobs.
Held at The Glass Ceiling Rooftop, the night buzzed with connection, purpose, and powerful stories of change — all thanks to supporters like you. Whether you were cheering from the room or supporting from afar, we are so thankful to have this incredible community behind us.
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Because of your generosity, this was our most successful Gala ever, raising $113,000 to fuel the next chapter of The Adventure Project’s mission — helping people lift themselves out of poverty through dignified work.
These funds will directly support entrepreneurs across Africa and beyond by:
“We celebrated 15 years — but this wasn’t the finish line. It was the starting line for everything still to come.”
— Becky Straw, Co-Founder & CEO
The most inspiring moments came from the voices of those leading change on the ground — the entrepreneurs, partners, and supporters who believe that a job is the most effective tool to end extreme poverty.
Thank you for standing with them.
Our 15th Anniversary Gala wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible generosity of our sponsors and auction donors.
Your support helped us create a night of joy, purpose, and lasting impact. Every bid, every gift, and every partnership moved us one step closer to a world where everyone has the chance to thrive.
You’ve been part of this journey — some since day one — and this record-breaking moment is yours.
With every stove lit, every crop harvested, and every child cared for by a community health worker, your generosity is building a more equitable future.
We can’t wait to keep building with you.
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