ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – April 12, 2022) – During a press conference held Tuesday morning at Shellem Royal Roberts Field, home of the Atlantic City Dolphins youth football team, Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small, Sr. announced the dates of his upcoming, star-studded Inaugural Gala Weekend in Atlantic City and named the non-profit organization that will serve as the beneficiary of the main event’s proceeds.
With representatives from several local youth organizations and media outlets on hand, Mayor Small announced that the Greater Atlantic City Youth Association, Inc. (GACYA), an Atlantic City-based 501(c)(3) organization that supports the City’s youth programs, will serve as the beneficiary of the Inaugural Gala, receiving 100% of the event’s proceeds.
With a mission to promote, develop, supervise, and assist youth in Atlantic City, GACYA will use the proceeds from the Inaugural Gala to provide funding to several youth programs in the City, including the Atlantic City Dolphins, Atlantic City Police Athletic League, Atlantic City Boys & Girls Club, and Empowerment Tools Coalition. These organizations provide support, opportunities, resources, and tools to Atlantic City youth.
“Whereas the proceeds from most political events go toward re-election efforts, I chose the good people of Atlantic City for my Inaugural Gala,” said Mayor Small. “I am very proud that all the proceeds from this gala will have a positive impact on Atlantic City youth. These organizations provide a strong foundation for our children and give them the tools they need for a successful future.”
Among those on hand at the press conference were Greater Atlantic City Youth Association, Inc. President Shurlana Stewart, The Boys and Girls Club of Atlantic City CEO Stephanie Koch, Empowerment Tools Coalition COO Shermaine Gunter-Gary and representatives of the Atlantic City Police Athletic League.
