ALLEY POND ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER
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HONORING:
- Bill Nieter, Former APEC Board President & Member
- Iris Rodriguez-Rosa, Former New York City Parks Commissioner
- Christopher O. Ward, Senior Vice President, Chief Executive, Metro New York, AECOM


Alley Pond Environmental Center is a nonprofit, environmental education organization in Queens. Since 1976, we have been dedicated to educating children and adults in the New York metropolitan area, protecting and preserving Alley Pond Park, open spaces and waterbodies, and advocating for sustainable environmental policies and practices. 2026 marks our 50th Anniversary!

​We thank you for your continued support over these past 50 years and for celebrating with us during this momentous occasion in our history!


This year, our annual Green Gala is Thursday, May 7th, 2026 at Terrace On The Park (52-11 111th St, Corona, NY 11368) from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

We hope we can count on you to support this event which allows us to continue to offer the environmental education programs for more than 72,000 children and adults per year.

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lease feel free to call or email us with any questions you might have at 718-229-4000 or [email protected]. 

Buy Tickets:


Gala Table - $1,250 for table of up to 10 people 
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​Individual Tickets - $150 for non-members & $135 for members
Purchase Tickets Here

Become A Sponsor:


All sponsorships come with:

Tickets to the Gala, an ad in our Green Gala Journal, signage opportunities at the Gala, and listing as a sponsor in our Green Gala journal and on our Thank You Banner displayed at APEC and on our webpage for one year.

Great Blue Heron Sponsorship ($25,000) - Two Premium Tables (20 seats) and Outside Back Cover (7.5" x 10.5") in Gala Journal 

Great Horned Owl Sponsorship ($20,000) - Two Premium Tables (16 seats) and Inside Back Cover (7.5" x 10.5") in Gala Journal 

Red-Tailed Hawk Sponsorship ($15,000) - Priority Table (10 seats) and Center Page (7" x 9.5") in Gala Journal 

Double-Crested Cormorant Sponsorship ($10,000) - Priority Table (8 seats) and Gold Page (7" x 9.5") in Gala Journal 

Wood Duck Sponsorship ($7,500) - Standard Table (8 seats) and Silver Page (7" x 9.5") in Gala Journal 

Blue Jay Sponsorship ($5,000) - 6 Gala Tickets and Bronze Page (7" x 9.5") in Gala Journal 

Northern Cardinal Sponsorship ($2,500) - 4 Gala Tickets and Full Page (7" x 9.5") in Gala Journal

Carolina Wren Sponsorship ($1,000) - 3 Gala Tickets and Half Page (7" x 4.625") in Gala Journal
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Ruby-Throated Hummingbird Sponsorship ($500) - 2 Gala Tickets and Quarter Page (3.375" x 4.625") in Gala Journal
Purchase Sponsorship Here

​*The deadline to receive sponsorships & journal ads is Wednesday, April 22nd

Be A Part Of Our Green Gala Journal:


Journal Ads:

Back Cover - 7.5" x 10.5" (vertical) - $1,000

Inside Cover - 7.5" x 10.5" (vertical) - $1,000

Center Page - 7" x 9.5" (vertical) - $800

Gold Page - 7" x 9.5" (vertical) - $700

Silver Page - 7" x 9.5" (vertical) - $600

Bronze Page - 7" x 9.5" (vertical) - $500

Full Page - 7" x 9.5" (vertical) - $400

Half Page - 7" x 4.625" (horizontal) - $250

Quarter Page - 3.375" x 4.625" (vertical) - $125
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Eighth Page - 3.375" x 2.25" (horizontal) - $75
Purchase Ads Here

​*The deadline to receive sponsorships & journal ads is Wednesday, April 22nd

Join Our 50/50 Raffle:


1 ticket for $10 or 3 tickets for $25
Purchase Raffle Tickets Here

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The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.
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229-10 Northern Blvd.
Douglaston, NY 11362
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MAIN: (718) 229-4000
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  • Home
  • About us
    • Mission & History
    • Your Visit
    • Who's Who at APEC?
    • Staff & Board
    • APEC In The News
    • FAQ
  • In-Person Programs
    • 2026 Summer Programs
    • Early Childhood Programs >
      • Sunny Bunnies (3 - 4 years)
      • Lil' Hoppers (3 - 4 years)
      • Toddler Time (2 - 3 years)
      • Wee Sprouts (18 - 23 months)
    • Weekend Programs
    • Weekday & Vacation Programs
    • Animal Care Programs
    • Adult Programs
    • Homeschool
    • Free Programs
    • Program Calendar
  • Birthday Parties
  • Education
    • Summer Camp Visits
    • Class Visits
    • Outreach
    • Scouts
    • Teacher Workshops
    • Adult Clubs
  • Support
    • APEC Merchandise
    • Seeds for the Future Fundraiser
    • Donate >
      • Contribute
      • Amazon Wishlist
    • Membership
    • APEC's 50th Anniversary Green Gala
    • APEC's 2025 Green Gala
  • Work Opportunities
    • Paid Positions
    • Unpaid Positions >
      • Volunteer
      • Field Biology Internship >
        • Student Presentations
      • College Internships
  • Contact