Stepping Up Together for Tomorrow Fundraiser 2025

You’re Invited

to our biggest event of the year!

Join us

Stepping Up – Together for Tomorrow

Inspiring Hope & Shaping Futures

When: April 29, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Upstairs at The Kimberly Hotel
145 East 50th Street
New York, NY

Tickets: $180, $150 Early Bird until March 31, 2025
Smart Casual Attire | 21+ Event

Food | Open Bar | Raffle | Silent Auction

All proceeds benefit the programs provided by Step Up for Better Living to fight homelessness, feed families, and provide much-needed school supplies.

Sponsorship Opportunities
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Unable to attend?

You can still donate in support of our mission.

To make a donation by mail, please send to:

Step Up for Better Living
424 East 147th Street, 3rd Fl
Bronx, NY 10455

Honoring a Champion for Food Security

Janis Robinson

Vice President of Institutional Giving & Partnerships at Food Bank for New York City

With over 20 years of experience in fundraising and development roles, Janis currently serves as the Vice President of Institutional Giving & Partnerships at Food Bank For New York City. Previously, she held positions including Senior Director of Client Engagement at Boys & Girls Harbor and Area Development Director at UNCF. Her expertise lies in building strategic partnerships and securing vital resources to support Food Bank’s mission of alleviating food insecurity in the community. Janis is passionate about driving positive change and committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families in need.

Step Up and Join Us!

Step Up and join us for an extraordinary evening of compassion, unity, and transformation. Every year, our community comes together to make a profound impact on the lives of individuals and families right here in the heart of NYC. This year’s annual fundraiser promises to be a celebration of hope, resilience, and the unwavering spirit of generosity.

This year’s theme, Stepping Up – Together for Tomorrow, celebrates the power of community, resilience, and collective action in shaping brighter futures for families in the South Bronx.

What to Expect:

✨ Stories That Stay With You: Be moved by powerful firsthand accounts from individuals whose lives have been transformed through Step Up’s programs—stories of resilience, opportunity, and hope.
✨ A Rooftop Experience Like No Other: Enjoy breathtaking NYC skyline views from Upstairs at The Kimberly, complemented by delicious food, signature cocktails, and an intimate atmosphere.
✨ Meaningful Connections: Meet fellow changemakers, business leaders, and passionate supporters—all united in creating a stronger, more stable future for families in the South Bronx.
✨ Live Auction & Raffle: Bid on exclusive, one-of-a-kind experiences—from VIP tickets to late-night shows to unforgettable NYC getaways. Every dollar raised helps prevent evictions, provide food assistance, and open doors to education and opportunity.
✨ A Night That Makes an Impact: This isn’t just an event—it’s a movement. Your presence and generosity directly support the programs that uplift families and transform futures.

Tickets:

Early Bird Tickets: $150 (available until March 31, 2025)
Regular Tickets: $180

Your attendance directly supports our mission to create pathways out of poverty, prevent homelessness, and provide opportunities for education and growth.

Let’s come together to make a difference and build a stronger tomorrow.

Secure your spot today!

Event Sponsors

Gold

Philip Altheim

Brad Hamburger

Chris Langiulli

Wells Fargo Advisors

Matching Partner

Silver

Bronze

Dashboard Enterprises

FOA AND SON

Grassi Advisors & Accountants

MB Family Advisors LLC

Ponce Bank

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Step Up For Better Living is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law, tax identification number 13-4016169