2025 Gala Noir – DMV
Deadline to purchase online tickets & sponsorships: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
UNCF’s 4th Annual Gala Noir is a celebration with purpose—raising critical funds to support students and member institutions across the DMV. Anchored by The Torch Awards, the evening honors visionary leaders who are shaping culture, driving innovation, and creating lasting impact in education, business, advocacy, and the arts.
This year’s honorees include:
1. Keenan Austin Reed and Michael Reed
2. John and Mike Burns
3. Marquis Thorpe
Guiding us through the evening are our hosts:
Tylik McMillan, National Youth Engagement Strategist
Mecole Hayes, public health advocate and fan-favorite from CBS’s Big Brother
With a live DJ, curated hors d’oeuvres, and more, Gala Noir is more than a party – it’s where community, culture, and cause converge. Join 300+ supporters and change makers from across the DMV for a night to remember—and a mission that matters.
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Library – Rooftop
901 G St., NW
Washington, DC 20001
