2026 Ridgefield A Better Chance Gala: Forward Together
- David Saunders
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
A Night of Purpose, Partnership, and Possibility in Ridgefield, CT
On Friday, March 27 at 6:00 PM, the community will gather for the 2026 Ridgefield A Better Chance Gala — an inspiring evening celebrating education, mentorship, and opportunity.
Hosted at Le Chateau in South Salem, NY, this year’s theme — Forward Together — reflects a powerful truth: Progress happens when a community chooses to invest in futures.
The 2026 Spring Gala: Forward Together
The Ridgefield A Better Chance Spring Gala 2026 will honor Megan Searfoss for her leadership and commitment to educational access and equity.
The evening will also feature alumnae speakers:
Fulvia Vargas-De Leon & Sylvana Soto
Their stories reflect the real and lasting impact of Ridgefield A Better Chance — proof that when opportunity meets encouragement, futures expand.
Event Details
📅 Friday, March 27, 2026🕕 6:00 PM EST
📍 Le Chateau1410 NY-35, South Salem, NY 10590📞 (914) 763-1410
An elegant evening in a beautiful setting — all in support of expanding educational opportunity and community impact in Ridgefield and beyond.
How to Get Tickets
Tickets for the 2026 Ridgefield A Better Chance Gala are available online.
To purchase tickets, become a sponsor, or support the event, visit:👉 https://e.givesmart.com/events/Mtl/
Early reservations are encouraged, as this annual Ridgefield gala is a meaningful and well-attended community event.
Why This Gala Matters
The Ridgefield A Better Chance Gala is more than a fundraiser — it is a reflection of who we are as a community. It affirms that education changes lives.It reminds us that mentorship matters.It proves that when we move forward together, the impact lasts for generations.
Join us on March 27 and be part of an evening that celebrates leadership, equity, and the power of opportunity — Forward Together.
Forward Together reminds us that Scholars bring resilience and determination, while the community brings guidance and support. Together, pathways are created. Together, futures move forward.
What Is Ridgefield A Better Chance?
Ridgefield A Better Chance (RABC) is a Ridgefield, Connecticut nonprofit dedicated to empowering academically talented, highly motivated young women of color.
Through access to a rigorous public high school education at Ridgefield High School — combined with:
Supportive mentorship
Cultural enrichment
A nurturing home environment
Scholars are given more than opportunity. They are given a foundation for lifelong leadership.
Since 1987:
68 Scholars have graduated and gone on to top colleges
100% college acceptance rate among Scholars
Programs fund travel, arts, academics, and leadership development
Scholars build a lifelong sisterhood that extends far beyond graduation
Ridgefield A Better Chance continues to shape leaders whose impact reaches well beyond our town.
Life at the RABC House
At the heart of the program is the RABC House, where eight scholars in grades 9–12 live together under the guidance of a Resident Director and Resident Academic Director.
Supported by a dedicated Board of Directors, host families, and volunteers, the house becomes more than a residence — it becomes a home.
It is where resilience is strengthened.It is where ambition is nurtured.It is where belonging transforms potential into confidence.
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