2025 Mayor's Ball Beneficiaries Announced For Norwalk

Information via the city of Norwalk

NORWALK, CT — Mayor Harry Rilling announced Monday he has selected The Salvation Army and Family & Children's Agency as the two non-profit beneficiaries for this year's Mayor's Ball event currently scheduled for March 14.

According to a news release provided by the city, the Mayor's Ball was established as a non-profit charitable institution in 1993 and is an annual nonpartisan event that brings people together to help raise funds for local organizations selected by the mayor of Norwalk.

The Salvation Army provides hot meal programs and food pantries, hosts weekly children's programs, assists with referrals to community assistance programs, and holds worship services. Last year marked the 140th anniversary of The Salvation Army's arrival in Norwalk.

According to the city, the organization served over 3,000 individuals seeking food assistance, resources or other programs in 2024. Funds raised through the Mayor's Ball will support The Salvation Army's food assistance and children’s programming.

Family & Children's Agency has been helping Norwalk residents for over 80 years. The organization provides parent education programs, development and behavioral health services, adoption and foster family assistance, after school and summer programs, crime assistance, and supportive housing.

Family & Children's Agency is a member of Norwalk ACTS and Opening Doors Fairfield County, it also serves as the umbrella organization for senior services in the Norwalk community, according to the city.

"The money raised for the Mayor's Ball will benefit two incredible organizations that are instrumental in helping individuals and families in our community: The Salvation Army and Family & Children's Agency," Rilling said in a news release. "The Salvation Army provides access to food pantries, rehabilitation services, disaster relief, and support for children’s programming. Family & Children's Agency provides support to people of all ages, including educational support, behavioral health programs, and resources for those looking to grow their families through adoption and foster care. I hope the community will join us for this wonderful event in support of these two remarkable organizations."

The 2025 Mayor's Ball will be held at the Italian Center, located at 1620 Newfield Avenue in Stamford. Tickets are available starting at $200 per person, and tables of ten can also be reserved, according to the city.

Tickets can be purchased online at norwalkct.gov/mayorsball. Reservations with payment will be accepted until March 5 or until the event sells out.

City officials also asked checks be made payable to the "Norwalk Community Benefit Fund." Tax-deductible contributions to the Mayor's Ball can be made at any time.

More information about ticket reservations, sponsorship opportunities or donating a silent auction item is available by contacting City Clerk Irene Dixon by phone at (203) 854-7704 or via email at IDixon@norwalkct.gov.