Lauryn Adams Foundation | Annual Gala
July 26, 2026 @ 5:00PM — 8:00PM Central Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
Baton Rouge Marriott: 5500 Hilton Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70808 Get Directions
Celebrating Excellence & Investing in the Leaders of Tomorrow
Welcome to the Lauryn Adams Foundation Annual Gala—our premier evening of celebration, community, and purpose. The Annual Gala is the heart of our mission. It is the very special night where our hardworking scholarship recipients are officially recognized and awarded their funding for higher education. By purchasing a ticket or securing a table, you are directly fueling these scholarships and providing additional awards that honor our students' ongoing academic performance and community involvement.
An Unforgettable Evening Awaits:
- Fine Dining & Entertainment: Enjoy a beautifully prepared dinner served directly to your table, accompanied by the vibrant sounds of a live band.
- Exciting Auctions: Participate in our silent auction throughout the evening, or raise your paddle for the high-energy live auction led by our dynamic guest auctioneer.
- Games & Prizes: Join in on the fun with interactive games featuring fantastic prizes.
- Inspiring Stories: Hear directly from our alumni. Past scholarship recipients will take the stage to share their recent successes and speak on how the Lauryn Adams Foundation helped launch their journeys.
Keeping a Beautiful Legacy Alive
Lauryn Adams, a scholar from the Central High School Class of 2020, lived a full, blessed life driven by academic excellence, never earning lower than an “A.” Following her tragic passing in 2019, we established this foundation to keep her bright legacy alive and empower young people to follow their biggest dreams.
Last year, thanks to the incredible generosity of more than 175 attendees and volunteers, we raised over $17,000. This year, our goal is to reach $30,000 so we can expand our reach and support even more students across Louisiana through our scholarships and literacy programs.
All ticket purchases and donations are tax-deductible. Reserve your seats tonight and join us for an evening of joy, inspiration, and lasting impact!