On behalf of everyone at Citizens Committee for New York City, thank you for your generous support of the 2026 New Yorkers for New York Annual Gala.

For five decades, CitizensNYC has helped New Yorkers come together and improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods. We receive thousands of applications from community leaders across the city, and thanks to generous supporters like you we are able to make hundreds of microgrants for community-led initiatives every year.

The community leaders we support are the ones creating community gardens, food pantries, sports mentorship programs, creative arts initiatives, health workshops for seniors, and so much more. They are the small business owners providing opportunities and centers of community in their neighborhoods.

We’re deeply grateful for your partnership, which allows these grassroots leaders to create the change they envision for their communities. If you have any questions about your donation, please contact Sage Cleghorn, Development & Events Manager, at 973-900-4636 or scleghorn@citizensnyc.org.

Once again, thank you for your generosity and for making our work possible.

Sincerely,

Julie L. Shapiro

Chief Executive Officer

CitizensNYC

In accordance with IRS requirements, we confirm that Citizens Committee for New York City is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization (tax ID number 51-0171818). This letter serves as an acknowledgement of your contribution and should be kept for tax purposes. The fair market value for each New Yorkers for New York Gala ticket used is $275. If no goods or services were received, the contribution is fully tax-deductible. 