We are thrilled to invite you to 826NYC’s Write the Future Celebration on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025! Join us for an evening dedicated to uplifting our inspiring young authors and the vibrant community of adults that is paving the way for the stories of tomorrow.

826NYC: Bright Lights, Big Stories will honor legendary authors Mo Willems (NYT bestseller, award winning author of the Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, Knuffle Bunny, and Elephant & Piggie series) with the Limitless Possibilites Award, and R.J. Palacio (NYT bestseller of Wonder, which has sold over 16 million copies in 50 languages worldwide) with the Write The Future Award.

We hope you will join us on April 23rd to celebrate 826NYC, our inspiring young writers, and the community that makes it all possible! 

Visit our event page to learn more, become a sponsor, purchase tickets, or make a fully tax-deductible donation. Please contact gala@826nyc.org with any questions.