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 Annual Celebration & Fundraiser

Small Keys
Unlock Big Doors

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of mentorship, leadership, and the doors we open together.

Hon. Harold D. Melton  

Former Chief Justice, GA Supreme Court

🎤 Keynote Speaker:

Saturday,

December 6, 2026

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6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

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Moving in the Spirit
Atlanta, Georgia

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Empowering
Youth Leaders

💬 About the Event

A Night That
Unlocks Opportunity

Each year, Vanguard Leadership Academy will gather community partners, educators, and supporters to celebrate a shared mission, empowering youth to lead with purpose and confidence.

 

Our Annual Celebration & Gala is a night that unlocks opportunity.

Through inspiring stories, student presentations, and heartfelt giving, we invest in young leaders who are ready to step through the doors that will open as a result of the work they are doing within our youth leadership programs.

This year's theme, "Small Keys Unlock Big Doors," reminds us that even the smallest acts can have the power to make significant impact.

📋 Event Details

Everything You Need to Know

Mark your calendar for this special evening

Evening Highlights

Food, Live Entertainment and The Vanguard Impact Marketplace

Keynote Address by The Honorable Chief Justice Harold D. Melton

Student Spotlights & Awards

Fundraising Moment

RSVP required

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Small Keys Unlock Big Doors

Every Key Counts.

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Unlock Opportunities

Transform Lives

At Vanguard, small keys take many forms. A mentor's encouragement, a leadership workshop, a donated laptop, or a sponsor's gift.

Each key represents opportunity. Each one unlocks a new door for our students to discover who they are, what they can do, and how they can lead.

When you give, attend, or partner, you become a keyholder; someone who helps a young leader step into their full potential.

💬 About the Event

Why It Matters

Your Support Unlocks Growth

Vanguard Leadership Academy's programs open doors to education, mentorship, and leadership development for Atlanta youth.

5000+

Impacted

14+

Youth Mentors

220+

Enrichment Hours

2+

Years of Service

Ways to Give

How to Support

Be the Key That Opens a Door.

💳 Donate Online

Make a secure donation online and receive an instant receipt.

💌 Give by Mail

Checks payable to:

Vanguard Leadership Academy

2615 Peachtree Industrial Blvd

Ste J #2079

Duluth, GA 30097

💼 Become a Sponsor

Partner with us to maximize your impact and gain visibility.

📲 Give by Zelle

Memo: "Small Keys Fundraiser"

💬 Gallery

SPONSORSHIP DETAILS

We See You

Contact Us

Need Help Unlocking Something?

Call 

404-490-1659

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