To our generous donors, dedicated vendors, and steadfast supporters, your collective efforts made magic happen. Your generosity, passion, and belief in the mission of Scouting transformed this Gala into more than just an event—it became a powerful statement of hope and a beacon for youth in underserved communities across Southeast Louisiana. Because of YOU, the Emerging Markets Inner-City Scouting programs are stronger and are reaching farther than ever before.

A thunderous standing ovation goes to Mr. Lambert C. Boissiere, III, whose exemplary leadership as Gala Chair brought it all together with grace and vision. Deep thanks also to our phenomenal Gala Committee—MsSkip Gibson, Mr. Ronald V. Burns, Sr., Mrs. Rachel F. Cousin, Mr. Reginald Grace, Councilman Eugene J. Green, Jr., Ms. Adrian Long, and Mr. Terry L. Williams—your commitment and care shaped every detail of the evening.

Our gratitude continues with a loud cheer for Mrs. Rachel F. Cousin for expertly organizing the silent auction and introducing the first-ever live auction with Black-Tie Auctions, which brought incredible energy to the night!

Dillard University—thank you for welcoming us into your beautiful space and providing the perfect setting for a celebration of such heart and meaning.

The evening soared to new heights with a soul-stirring performance by the young stars of "Girls Play Trumpets Too"—what talent, what joy! And we are deeply thankful to Attorney James M. Williams, whose powerful keynote address uplifted and challenged us to live by the values of the Scout Oath and Law, carrying the spirit of Mr. Whitney M. Young, Jr. into every community we serve.

Finally, the heartfelt and inspiring words from our extraordinary honorees—Attorney Marcus V. Brown, Dr. Takeisha C. Davis, Congressman Cleo C. Fields, and Mr. Luther Speight—reminded us all of the deep importance of our mission and the transformative power of service.