Rising Together: Highlights from the CYC 55th Annual Gala
The CYC 55th Annual Gala was an unforgettable evening, bringing together our community to celebrate the strength, resilience, and leadership of the young people we serve. With hundreds of supporters in attendance, the night was a powerful reminder that when we stand together, we rise together.
From inspiring speeches to electrifying performances, every moment of the evening reflected the heart of our mission—providing the youth of our city a sense of belonging and vital tools and experiences to succeed in life.
Honoring our awardees
A huge congratulations to this year’s award recipients, whose dedication and leadership continue to uplift our communities:
- Outstanding Youth Awards: Stephanie Situ & Thanh Nguyen
- Community Service Award: Yangying (Yvonne) Liu
- Motivational Parent Award: Gary Tom
- Inspirational Alumnus Youth Award: Kelly Huang
- Community Partner of the Year: The Asian American Foundation
A night to remember
From the moment guests arrived, the energy in the room was electric. Our emcee Kristen Sze kept the night flowing with warmth and enthusiasm, while our youth artists LionDanceME and Korescence delivered show-stopping performances.
We also unveiled our annual video showcasing the impact CYC has made across San Francisco this past year. If you missed it or want to relive the highlights, you can watch it below.
Thank you to all our supporters
This event would not have been possible without the generosity of our sponsors, donors, and community partners. Your support ensures that CYC can continue providing vital programs and services in neighborhoods across the city.
For a full list of our incredible sponsors and to read more about our honorees, check out our gala program book.
Relive the celebration
Want to see more from the night? Check our photo gallery and download your favorite moments. (Download password: 2295). If you captured special memories from the event, tag us on Instagram (@cyc_sf)—we’d love to see them!
Looking ahead
As we close this chapter and look to the future, we are filled with gratitude. With your support, we will continue to uplift youth, strengthen communities, and ensure that every young person has the opportunity to thrive.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Here’s to another year of rising together.