The Kaitz Event
October 7, 2026

Guastavino’s | 409 E 59th Street, New York, NY 10022

6:00 PM ET – Opening Reception

7:00 PM ET – Stage Program and ChangeMaker Awards

Dinner, Dancing, and Dessert

Discounted hotel rooms are available near Guastavino’s. 

Discounted hotel list: https://bit.ly/Kaitz2026Hotels

• We value inclusion and access for all participants and are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations for this event. Please contact info@nctafoundation.com to discuss your needs.

  These accommodations will be in place at the event:

  • Closed captioning for the stage program
  • ASL interpreter for the stage program and reserved seating for ASL proximity
  • Reserved seating for guests with hearing and visual disabilities
  • Ramp and elevator
  • Lighting and sound considerations
  • Staff on hand to assist with navigation

Casual chic is the vibe. Come comfortable, come yourself — sneakers are always welcome. And if you’re feeling festive, a little Mardi Gras flair never hurts.

Your ticket includes access to both the reception and dinner program. 

Your main point of contact (either for sponsorship or ticket purchase) will receive an email prior to the event asking for guest names and contact information. The day of the event, guests will then each receive an individual digital ticket with QR code that will be used for check-in at the event.

This event is built for exploring, not sitting in one spot all night. You’ll find a mix of high boys, low boys, and soft seating scattered throughout — grab a spot, wander, and see where the night takes you.

Each guest will receive a unique digital ticket with QR code prior to the event. That digital ticket will be used to enter the event. Upon the scanning of the digital ticket upon arrival, guests will be issued a wristband signifying they are a verified attendee. 

Each ticket is unique to the individual. If you need to assign someone else to take your place you may do so in your seating assignment link or in your digital ticket. You may also contact [email protected] or 202-222-2490 for instructions.

In the event you cannot access your digital ticket prior to the event, please contact [email protected] and we can resend it to you. If you are already at the event and cannot access your digital ticket, staff will be on hand to manually check you in.

We do not offer refunds for sponsorships, tables, or tickets. If you are no, longer able to attend, please contact the staff of the Kaitz Event and we will do our best to work with you on reassigning your ticket. We can be reached at [email protected].

Prior to the event, you will be promoted to set up your credit card information in Better Unite. Once at the event you will be able browse the silent auction items and and place bids using the Better Unite platform. Checkout for items that you bid on and won will happen automatically following the conclusion of the event.

To donate an item or experience to the silent auction please fill out this form. 

You can always contact the NCTA Education Foundation staff at 202-222-2495 or [email protected].