Dear Sponsors, Board Members, Vendors, Partners, Staff, and Volunteers,
On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of Two Bridges Neighborhood Council (TBNC), I extend our heartfelt gratitude for your support of our Anchored in Community, Sailing into the Future Gala, held on June 9, 2026.
This special evening was a tremendous success because of the collective efforts, generosity, and commitment of so many individuals and organizations who believe in our mission and the communities we serve. Together, we celebrated our accomplishments, honored outstanding leaders, strengthened partnerships, and raised critical support for the programs and services that impact the lives of youth, seniors, families, and residents throughout our community.
Special Recognition to Our Sponsors
Captain’s Circle Sponsor
- NYC Water Cruises
Grande Mariner Sponsors
- Hamilton Madison House
- Settlement Housing Fund, Inc.
- GRC Management
- Related Companies
Community Impact Sponsors
- Vision Urbana
- Vargas & Rivera, LLP
- Henry Street Settlement
- Royal Business Bank
- Youth Employment Services (YES)
- WCA Technologies
- ESKW/Architects
Your investment in TBNC helps us continue creating opportunities, strengthening communities, and improving lives. We are honored to have your partnership and support.
Vendor & Event Partner Appreciation
We extend special thanks to our outstanding vendors and event partners whose expertise, creativity, and professionalism helped make the evening memorable:
- SRC Management & Productions – Entertainment and event production
- Crystal Claire Events – Event décor and design
- Standard Management – Event security and guest safety
- Owner’s Media – Videography, photography, and event media coverage
- NYC Water Cruises – Exceptional hospitality and venue experience
Your contributions helped create an unforgettable evening and ensured that every guest experienced the warmth, excellence, and spirit of our community.
Appreciation to Our Board of Directors
Thank you to our Board of Directors for your leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment to the mission of TBNC. Your guidance and stewardship continue to strengthen our organization and position us for future growth and impact.
Appreciation to Our Staff & Volunteers
To our dedicated staff and volunteers, thank you for the countless hours of planning, preparation, fundraising, outreach, coordination, and execution that brought this event to life. Your passion, teamwork, and commitment to excellence were evident in every detail of the evening.
Whether you worked behind the scenes, welcomed guests, coordinated logistics, managed registration, secured sponsorships, assisted our honorees, or helped ensure the event ran smoothly, your efforts were instrumental to our success.
Because of each of you, our 2026 gala was more than an event—it was a celebration of community, partnership, and the power of working together toward a common purpose.
As we reflect on the success of this year’s gala, we are reminded that our greatest achievements are made possible through collaboration. Together, we remain Anchored in Community as we continue Sailing into the Future, creating opportunities, strengthening neighborhoods, and building a brighter future for generations to come.
Thank you for believing in our mission and for being part of this extraordinary journey.
With sincere gratitude,
Ditashiah Kohn
President
Two Bridges Neighborhood Council
Ditashiah@dkohn917-797-5463
Anchored in Community, Sailing into the Future
Together, we are stronger.