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Commonpoint Gala – Steps to Stability

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Commonpoint will hold its third annual Gala fundraiser on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at The Altman Building on 135 West 18th Street, New York. This year’s theme, “Steps to Stability,” encapsulates Commonpoint’s commitment to helping our most vulnerable neighbors reach long-term stability.

“The Gala aims to raise essential funds to support our programs, which empower individuals to achieve their full potential. Our individualized approach to bringing people from crisis to stability to empowered living makes us a unique and much-needed resource in communities where instability and uncertainty reach new heights. The significance of this event lies in uniting our community to invest in transformative change, ensuring a better tomorrow for everyone.” says Danielle Ellman, CEO of Commonpoint.

Commonpoint’s programs stretch throughout the five boroughs and include specialized services for individuals with disabilities, after-school programs, summer camps, adolescent education, a workforce development center, mental health care, programs for older adults, and health and wellness programs.

Commonpoint is proud to announce the honorees for its upcoming gala fundraiser, ‘Steps to Stability,’ which celebrates the individuals and partners who have made a significant impact in advancing their mission. They will honor Richard Tanenbaum this year with the Distinguished Service Award. The Tanenbaum family has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to Commonpoint for nearly six decades now, with Richard serving on Commonpoint’s board for 35 years and providing critical support to programs that serve children, adults, seniors, individuals with disabilities, etc. Mary Vaccaro, Vice President for Education of the UFT, will receive the Visionary Award. The leadership of Mary and the UFT has helped Commonpoint to expand our reach and educational offerings, leading to more opportunities for young adults pursuing their GED, as well as new partnerships with school communities and families. Commonpoint will also be presenting the Larry Gottlieb Leadership Award to David Slotnick, who has mentored hundreds of Commonpoint staff members with impactful leadership in camp, after school and operations initiatives for over four decades.

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Attendees include entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and philanthropists who have demonstrated a strong commitment to social responsibility and community development. At the Gala, attendees can expect the opportunity to see Commonpoint programs in action during interactive demonstrations, inspiring keynote speakers, and silent auctions.

Members of the media are invited to attend on Wednesday, October 29th, from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm at The Altman Building on 135 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011, for photos and video.

To purchase a ticket or sponsorship for the Commonpoint Gala, please visit www.commonpoint.org/gala

For general donation support, please visit www.commonpoint.org/donate or email jvladimir@commonpoint.org.

For more information, please contact Judy Vladimir at jvladimir@commonpoint.org or 718-225-6750 ext. 345.

Three people stand together at the Commonpoint Gala; the woman on the left wears a red dress, the woman in the center sports glasses and a denim jacket, and the man on the right is dressed in a suit and tie.
Four people pose and smile in front of a presentation screen at the Commonpoint Gala. Three are standing, one is seated. All are dressed in semi-formal attire at this indoor event.
A man in a suit speaks at a podium with microphones, addressing the audience at the Commonpoint Gala, as "THE GALA" is displayed in bold letters on a large screen behind him.
Three people stand on stage with microphones and papers in hand at the Commonpoint Gala; the woman on the left is pointing toward the audience.
An older man in glasses and a suit speaks at a podium with microphones in front of a Commonpoint branded backdrop at the Commonpoint Gala.
An older man in a suit and glasses speaks at a clear podium with microphones during the Commonpoint Gala. The backdrop displays the Commonpoint logo and the text "Community happens here.
A man in a suit and glasses speaks at a podium during the Commonpoint Gala, with branded logos and the slogan "Community happens here" in the background.
A woman stands at a clear podium speaking into microphones, with a Commonpoint Gala backdrop behind her.
Four people pose and smile for a photo at the Commonpoint Gala; one person in a wheelchair proudly holds an award plaque.
Seven women stand together and smile for a group photo at the Commonpoint Gala, gathered around a tall table with plates of desserts and drinks at this indoor event.
At the Commonpoint Gala, a man in a suit holds up a framed sports photograph with arms raised, smiling in a room with a buffet table and blue lighting.
A group of people posing for a photo at the Commonpoint Gala.