"We prepare students to engage in the world that is and to help bring about a world that ought to be."
Interim Head of School Rich Nourie & the 2026 Co-Chairs invite you to support and celebrate at the Friends Seminary Benefit 2026: The Light Between Us!
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Doors open at 6:30 PM
Program begins at 8 PM
Guastavino's
Guastavino's
The Benefit is not only our largest fundraising event of the year but also a moment to nurture the bonds that make our school stronger. It’s an opportunity for all Friends’ families to show their support and help us grow toward an even brighter future.
This year’s theme celebrates the connections that illuminate our community, the relationships, shared values, and generosity that sustain Friends Seminary. Proceeds from the evening will support growth and innovation for our faculty and staff, ensuring that our educators have the resources and support needed to nurture each student’s inner light.
Thursday, March 5, 2026 | 6:30 PM | Guastavino's
As effective stewards of resources, Friends seeks to maximize funding for financial aid. The School is also committed to strengthening community and invest in all that is required to create meaningful events throughout the year. In reflection of the growing costs to run the Benefit Auction, Friends Seminary has decided to increase ticket prices this year. We thank you for this support and help in advancing the School’s Quaker mission.
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Early Owl
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$375
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January 16 - January 30
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Standard Owl
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$425
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January 31 - February 14
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Late Owl
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$475
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February 15 - March 1
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Please note that tickets are non-refundable.
We encourage you to come dressed in festive cocktail attire and prepare to bid on exciting silent auction items, have fun with your paddle in the LIVE auction, connect with new and old friends, and much more! The auction will launch ahead of the event, and to bid on items, you must register or purchase a ticket.
Financial Aid pricing is available for the event. For more information, please contact Sam Margles.
We can’t wait to shine bright with you!
Benefit 2026 Co-Chairs
Lindsay Yarger (Brock '37)
Sarah McGee (Grace '35)
Sarah McGee (Grace '35)
Dorie Paparo (Noa '26)
Wendy Simchi-Levi (Natalia '35, Allegra '35, Ronen '37)
Friends Seminary actively promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all its programs and operations, including admissions, financial aid, hiring, and all facets of the educational experience. To form a community which strives to reflect the world’s diversity, we do not discriminate on the basis of race or color, religion, nationality, ethnicity, economic background, physical ability, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Friends Seminary is an equal opportunity employer.
Friends Seminary — the oldest continuously operated, coeducational school in NYC — serves college-bound day students in Kindergarten-Grade 12.
