Dear Friends, 

On behalf of everyone at The Waterfront Project, thank you for making our 2026 Housing Justice for All Gala an unforgettable evening. 

Whether you attended the gala, sponsored the event, or volunteered your time, your generosity and commitment made this celebration possible. Together we champion housing justice and invest in a future where every family has access to safe, stable housing. 

Thanks to your generous support, we raised critical funds to continue providing free legal services, HUD-certified housing counseling, advocacy, and education for individuals and families facing eviction, foreclosure, and other housing challenges throughout Hudson County. 

We extend our deepest gratitude to our generous sponsors: 

Silver Sponsor  

Ivane Chou 

Bronze Sponsors 

Isabel Chou 

Columbia Bank Foundation 

CSG Law  

MS&B 

NW Financial Group LLC 

PNC Bank 

Lucas Swanepoel 

Valley Bank  

Community Sponsors  

James Solomon Civic Association  

Sutro Li Accounting 

We are also proud to recognize our 2026 Housing Justice Honorees, whose leadership and dedication continue to strengthen our communities: 

Right to Counsel Jersey City Coalition — “In the Trenches” Public Entity Partner Award, accepted by Councilman Jake Ephros and Sarah Levine 

Valley Bank — Corporate Partner Award, accepted by Sofi Cordero 

Anna Bassett — “Trailblazing” Community Leader Award, Tenant Advocate/Housing Team Leadership at Jersey City Together, Co-Founder of Fair Housing Action Network

To everyone who placed a bid in our silent auction, made an additional donation, or shared our mission with friends and colleagues, thank you. Your generosity directly supports our mission to ensure that every person has access to the legal and housing resources they need to remain safely housed. 

The Housing Justice for All Gala is more than a fundraiser. It’s a reminder of what we can accomplish when a community comes together around a shared purpose. We are deeply grateful to each of you for believing in our mission and standing beside us in the fight for housing justice. 

Thank you for being part of this evening and for helping make a lasting difference in the lives of our neighbors. Because of you, hope has a home. 

With heartfelt gratitude, The Waterfront Project Team