Subject: ✨Just 2 Weeks Away 🎉 CYN’s 76th Annual Rise Awards + Know Before You Go✨

Dear Friends,


We’re just 2 weeks away from our 76th Annual Rise Awards! ✨


The excitement is really building, and we’re getting everything ready for a fun and meaningful night—filled with powerful speeches, exciting raffles, and amazing food and drinks 🍽️🎉 We’ll be hearing directly from our youth, celebrating all they’ve accomplished, and bringing our community together in such a special way 💫


This night means a lot to us. It’s about showing up for our young people, celebrating their growth, and continuing to build the kind of support they deserve 💛


Below is our "Know-Before-You-Go" to help you prepare for the evening. And a special shoutout to our incredible donors and sponsors! This night truly wouldn’t be possible without your continued support ✨

CYN'S 76th ANNUAL RISE AWARDS CELEBRATION

 "KNOW-BEFORE-YOU-GO" DETAILS


📆Event Details
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Location: Above the Rim at The Chase Center
Address: 690 Terry A Francois Boulevard, San Francisco, CA


 👗What Should I Wear?
Cocktail or formal attire is suggested. We also recommend bringing a coat or sweater as it may get chilly as the evening goes on.


🚋Getting There & Parking
We encourage public transportation or rideshare, as parking is limited. There will also be a concert happening that same day, so please make sure to get there early!

  • Rideshare: Set your destination to “Terry A Francois Blvd & 16th Street” for easiest access.

  • Public Transportation: Visit SFMTA’s Chase Center Guide for directions.

  • Driving: Paid parking is available at 99 Warriors Way
    More info here: ParkWhiz - Chase Center

Event Timeline
Doors open at 5:30 PM with cocktails and heavy appetizers served upon arrival.


🔍Security Information
All guests will go through a brief security scan, and large bags will be checked.
For more details on what you can and cannot bring, please visit: Chase Center Visitor Information


🎟️Raffle Prizes

We'll be hosting an in-house raffle during the event, so bring your cash and cards! 

Kind reminder that all proceeds collected from the raffle will go directly toward supporting City Youth Now’s programs.

Thank you to our 2026 Rise Awards Sponsors:

  • FitBod, Inc.

  • Tri Counties Bank

  • Unison Foundation

  • San Francisco DPOA

  • Toboni Group LLC

  • Toni Ratcliff-Powell

  • Brooke Tao

  • Catherine Sapiro

  • Tyrone Cambell

  • Adam Handlos

Thank you to our 2026 Rise Awards Donors:

  • Total Wine & More

  • Liholiho Yacht Club

  • Oakland Zoo

  • Yang Sink Restaurant

  • Charles M. Shulz Museum

  • Project Glimmer

  • Cline Family Cellars

  • Top Golf

  • In & Out

  • Golden State Warriors

  • SF Ballet

  • SF MoMA

We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate this incredible milestone together! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!


Want to support our event, but unable to go?