Prepare to be enchanted by an extraordinary evening filled with artistic expression at CONNECTED! The HeART of Community. Hosted by Emmy award-winning anchor Allison Seymour and rising Hollywood star Drew Olivia Tillman, this captivating event will showcase performances by industry-leading young artists in visual arts, spoken word, dance, and music, leaving you in awe of their boundless talents.
But that’s not all – this remarkable celebration goes beyond the stage. Throughout the event, we will honor the remarkable achievements and contributions of an extended network of customers, advocates, and benefactors who have made a lasting impact in the lives of the youth we serve.
And for those seeking an experience that truly touches the heart, don’t miss our annual Youth Art Auction. Meet young individuals from NCCF’s programs who created the deeply personal and imaginative artistic expressions under the mentorship of community artist and educator Prelli Williams. You will have the opportunity to bid on these remarkable pieces and nurture these budding artists’ dreams.
CONNECTED! The HeART of Community promises an unforgettable evening that celebrates the profound impact of art on young lives. Join us as we come together to embrace the transformative power of the arts and empower the future generation of artists and change-makers.
Artistic expression and cultural experiences have an incredible power to inspire self-discovery, heal, engage, and empower infinite possibilities. Through CONNECTED! The HeART of Community, we aim to emphasize the profound impact of the arts on young lives.
By supporting our event, you directly nurture the artistic talents of impoverished and displaced children, providing them with opportunities and experiences they might not otherwise have. Together, we can unlock their potential and make a lasting impact on their lives.
All children, including those historically underrepresented, deserve access to arts and culturally enriching experiences. Our mission is to bridge the gap and ensure that every child, regardless of their circumstances, can benefit from the transformative benefits of artistic expression and exploration.
NCCF’s brightest stars, powerhouse artists and media trailblazers, including:
Honorary Chair
Special Guest Performer
Emcee
Emcee
Youth Performer
Youth Performer
Co-Host &
Community Connector
Co-Host &
Community Connector
Youth Performer
Youth Performer
Youth Performer
Honorary Chair
Special Guest Performer
Emcee
Emcee
Youth Performer
Youth Performer
Co-Host & Community Connector
Co-Host & Community Connector
Youth Performer
Youth Performer
Youth Performer
Humanitarian Spirit Award for Volunteerism
Superintendent,
Howard County Public School Tom Cookerly Exceptional School Superintendent Leadership Award
Comptroller Invisible Hand Foundation Champion in Our Midst Award
Executive Director,
CASA Humanitarian Spirit Award of Leadership
Sr. Pastor,
Emory Grove Methodist Church Humanitarian Lifetime Impact Award
Humanitarian Spirit Award for Volunteerism
John F. White Alumni Award
Comptroller
Invisible Hand Foundation
Champion in Our Midst Award
Executive Director,
CASA Humanitarian
Spirit Award of Leadership
Sr. Pastor,
Emory Grove Methodist Church
Humanitarian Lifetime Impact Award
Your financial contribution will underwrite arts education, cultural experiences, and mentorship programs for less fortunate children. Support our cause and empower these young artists to flourish.
Share our event and mission with your network, encouraging others to contribute and join us in celebrating the artistic talents of children in our community.
Consider sharing your artistic and cultural expertise on-site to provide programs and activities that reach more children, creating a lasting impact on their lives.
Your sponsorship will positively change the lives of the more than 51,000 struggling children, youth, and families that NCCF serves in the National Capital Region.
For sponsorship related questions, contact Dahlia Levin, Director of Development and External Relations dlevin@nccf-cares.org or 301-365-4480
Broadway Actress, Singer & Dancer
First Lady of Montgomery County
Mayor of Somerset, MD
Montgomery County Council
Montgomery County Executive
Montgomery County Council
D.C. Council
President, Montgomery County Council
D.C. Council
Montgomery County Council
Montgomery County Council
Maryland Comptroller
Montgomery County Council
D.C. Council
Chairman, D.C. Council
Montgomery County Council
D.C. Council
D.C. Council
U.S. House of Representatives
Mayor, City of Takoma Park
Montgomery County Council
U.S. House of Representatives
D.C. Council
Montgomery County Council
Montgomery County Executive
D.C. Council
President, Montgomery County Council
D.C. Council
Montgomery County Council
Montgomery County Council
Chairman, D.C. Council
D.C. Council
U.S. House of Representatives
Mayor, City of Takoma Park
U.S. House of Representatives
Montgomery County Council
Montgomery County Council
Maryland Comptroller
D.C. Council
Montgomery County Council
D.C. Council
Montgomery County Council
D.C. Council
Together, let’s celebrate the artistic talents of the children in our community and provide them with the opportunities they deserve. Help us unlock their potential and make a lasting impact on their lives through the transformative power of the arts and experiences.
Brickman Family Foundation
Michael and Vicki Herson
Rich and Donna Mahan
Sheryl Brissett Chapman and Mamadou Seck
Phillip and Valerie Brown
Bryan and Sara Jane Harris
Ralph and Lisa Belk
David Davis and Krystal Holland Davis
Ken and Kristin Mills
Russell and Leila Phillips
The Sunderman Family
Arlene Selber and Wayne Anmuth
Rachel and Cosma Spassiani
Philip and Janis Schiff
Michael and Sonja Barros
Scott and Karen Nudelman
Seth and Stacy Silber
Norman and Joan Glasgow
John and Barbara Ripley
Ted and Gloria Daniels
Doug and Mary Beth McDaniel
Megan O’toole
Rob and Susan Schaefer
Jermaine and Kristen Lemons
Neal and Maria Smith