St. Nicks Alliance Benefit and 50th Anniversary Celebration!

This year we honor:

Nancy Mercedes Zapata

Nancy Mercedes Zapata is a proud Dominican American, a community advocate, entrepreneur, and longtime supporter of North Brooklyn. After immigrating to New York City as a young woman, she worked her way from secretary to co-owner and now president of Control Electropolishing Corporation, a Brooklyn-based business she has led with dedication and vision. She has been recognized by the New York City Council, the Brooklyn Democrats, the Bushwick United Democratic Club, and the Latino Job Service Employer Committee for her outstanding leadership and commitment to the community. Nancy has devoted herself to service, including a role as a trustee of the Williamsburg Charter School. She joined the board of St. Nicks Alliance in 1995 and was elected president in 1999. She became President Emeritus in 2011. When asked what she is most proud of accomplishing at St. Nicks Alliance, she says, “Among other things, I’m honored to have originated our motto, ‘Where Opportunity Grows’—because it truly reflects the spirit of St. Nicks.”

Joseph K. Robles, Jr.

Born in Brooklyn and raised in Staten Island, Joseph K. Robles has dedicated his career to business leadership and community service. Over the years, he has been recognized with numerous honors, including the Business Leadership Award from the East Williamsburg Valley Industrial Development Corporation (EWVIDCO), the Distinguished Service Award from the Kings County Democratic County Committee, commendations from the New York State Senate and Assembly, the Community Service Award from the Boy Scouts of America, and recognition as Puerto Rican Entrepreneur of the Year by the National Puerto Rican Day Parade in 2008. A strong advocate for building opportunity, Joseph currently serves as President of Evergreen Exchange (formerly EWVIDCO) and actively supports local charities and events. He has been a member of the board of St. Nicks Alliance since 2003, served as Treasurer from 2007 to 2011, and has served as Chair since 2011.

St. Nicks Alliance Founders and Founding Staff

We are also proud to recognize a group of our earliest champions — St. Nicks Alliance Founders and Founding Staff — dedicated individuals whose vision and commitment helped lay the foundation for our 50 years of impact.

Sponsorship Opportunities

COMMUNITY CHAMPION at $25,000 • Includes 15 event tickets; full-page, full color ad in e-journal; Highest level listing/logo placement in digital event materials; Recognition during Virtual Gala program as lead supporter; Promotion on Social Media and in St. Nicks Alliance’s monthly newspaper, Greenline.

BENEFACTOR at $15,000 • Includes 10 event tickets; full-page, full color ad in e-journal; High level listing/logo placement in digital event materials; Recognition during Virtual Gala program; Promotion on Social Media and in St. Nicks Alliance’s monthly newspaper, Greenline.

CONTRIBUTOR at $10,000 • Includes 8 event tickets; full-page, full color ad in e-journal; High level listing/logo placement in digital event materials; Recognition during Virtual Gala program; Promotion on Social Media and in St. Nicks Alliance’s monthly newspaper, Greenline.

PATRON at $7,500 • Includes 6 event tickets; full page, full color ad in e-journal; Listing/logo placement in digital event materials; Recognition during Virtual Gala program; Promotion on Social Media and in St. Nicks Alliance’s monthly newspaper, Greenline.

RESPONDER at $5,000 • Includes 4 event tickets; half page, full color ad in e-journal; Listing/logo placement in digital event materials.

PARTNER at $2,500 • Includes 2 event tickets; quarter page, full color ad in e-journal; Name listing in digital event materials.

E-Journal Ad Rates

• Full Page: $1,200
• Half Page: $700
• Quarter Page: $500

Individual Benefit Tickets

• Corporate Ticket: $500
• Nonprofit /lLocal Resident Ticket: $200

For e-journal ads, you will be contacted with specifications. Art is due Friday, November 7, 2025.

St. Nicks Alliance is a charitable organization, tax ID # 51-0192170.All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.

To pay by check, please send your check to:

St. Nicks Alliance
2 Kingsland Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Attn: Jose Leon

Questions? Please contact jwargo@stnicksalliance.org.