Constellations of Excellence Black-tie Gala
Sat, Mar 14
|Newport News Marriott at City Center
Join the Andrew Williams Sr. Foundation for the 9th Annual Excel in Education Black-Tie Gala, Constellations of Excellence—a night of purpose, elegance, and celebration. Enjoy live music, dinner, comedy, a red carpet experience, and more as we gather to support rising scholars and brighter futures.


Time & Location
Mar 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Newport News Marriott at City Center, 740 Town Center Dr, Newport News, VA 23606, USA
Guests
About the event
An Evening Where Excellence Takes Its Place Among the Stars
The Andrew Williams Sr. Foundation proudly presents the 9th Annual Excel in Education Black-Tie Gala: Constellations of Excellence—an elevated evening celebrating achievement, service, and the limitless potential of tomorrow’s leaders.
Set in the elegant ballroom of the Marriott City Center, this black-tie affair invites guests to enjoy an unforgettable night of sophistication and purpose. From the red carpet experience to live music, comedy, fine dining, and a curated silent auction, every detail of the evening has been thoughtfully designed to reflect the excellence we seek to cultivate through education and community investment.
For decades, the Andrew Williams Sr. Foundation has remained committed to supporting rising college freshmen who demonstrate academic excellence and a heart for service. The Excel in Education Gala serves as both a celebration and a catalyst—bringing together community leaders, advocates, and supporters who believe in the power…
Tickets
Gala Admission
Sale ends
Mar 07, 9:00 PM
Includes admission for one guest to the Excel in Education Black-Tie Gala, featuring dinner, live entertainment, a red carpet experience, and access to the silent auction. Your attendance directly supports scholarship opportunities for rising college freshmen who demonstrate academic excellence and community service.
$125.00
+$3.13 ticket service fee
Corporate Admission
Sale ends
Mar 07, 9:00 PM
Includes admission for two guests to the Excel in Education Black-Tie Gala, along with recognition in the Foundation’s annual program as a supporter of education, scholarship, and community impact. Corporate Admission is ideal for businesses and organizations seeking to support educational excellence while enjoying an elegant evening of celebration.
$375.00
+$9.38 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00
