On April 23, 2023, Cortelyou Early Childhood Center (CECC) will host its 40th Anniversary Benefit Gala to celebrate Cortelyou’s legacy, honor their alumni and community leaders, and cast vision for the next 40 years. This special night, with the help of sponsors and donors, aims to fundraise amounts up to $250,000 in an effort to achieve its goals for increased teacher salaries, school building renovations, and to introduce new after-school programs.