Samaritan Daytop Foundation Gala Sets Fundraising and Attendance Records, Raising Over $1.1 Million
Samaritan Daytop Foundation Gala Sets Fundraising and Attendance Records, Raising Over $1.1 Million
Funds Raised Will Support Delivery of Critical Health and Human Services to New Yorkers
(NEW YORK, NEW YORK) – October 6, 2026 — On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, Samaritan Daytop Village and Health brought together over 350 supporters at Tribeca 360° for Samaritan Daytop Foundation’s annual gala, celebrating the community of supporters who have sustained its life-saving services for more than 65 years.
The evening raised over a record-breaking $1.1 million to support the programs that directly serve more than 36,000 New Yorkers every year, including substance use treatment, mental health care, veterans services, housing, and educational and vocational support.
With the theme “Stronger With You,” the gala recognized three honorees: MEGA Contracting Group, the general contractor for the Highbridge development in the Bronx that will provide affordable, supportive, and transitional housing; Errol Louis, political anchor at Spectrum News NY1; and Ronald L. Savarese, PhD, a Samaritan Daytop Village Board member and former Board chair.
The evening was hosted by Erin Billups, national health reporter for Spectrum News NY1, and longtime SDV supporter. Al Roker, host and Weatherman of NBC’s TODAY show, served as Honorary Chair.
“Tonight’s gala was a powerful demonstration of what happens when we come together. Thanks to the generosity of our gala champions, sponsors, and honorees, and the hard work of our staff and volunteers, we will continue to help New Yorkers build better lives and brighter futures,” said Mitchell Netburn, President & CEO of Samaritan Daytop Village and Foundation.
The gala was made possible by support from:
- Gala Champions: MEGA Contracting Group, The Nancy and Edwin Marks Family Foundation, SterlingRisk Insurance
- Platinum Sponsor: Magnusson Architecture and Planning PC
- Titanium Sponsors: The Ametrine Group, CVM Construction, Dual Fuel Corp, PharMerica, Precision Pharmacy, Regina Caterers, Colleen Taylor
- Gold Sponsors: Alliant LLC, Louise Armour, Bed-Stuy Beacon LL, The Charles H. Revson Foundation, Cosan Construction Corp., CSI Security & Electric Inc., Lemle & Wolfe, Napoli Painting Services Inc., SKF Development, Tristate Apartment Furnishers LLC, Turf Office LLC
ABOUT SAMARITAN DAYTOP VILLAGE:
Since 1960, Samaritan Daytop Village has been improving the quality of life for New Yorkers. We are nationally recognized for our treatment of substance use disorder as well as for the veteran-specific approach we pioneered. Our continuum of services also includes primary and mental health care, transitional and supportive housing, educational and vocational assistance, peer-assisted recovery, and specialized programs for adolescents, families, and older adults. Annually, Samaritan Daytop Village serves over 36,000 people at more than 80 programs throughout New York City, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley.
ABOUT SAMARITAN DAYTOP FOUNDATION:
Samaritan Daytop Foundation was created in 1979 as the fundraising, housing development, and real estate arm of Samaritan Daytop Village, and champions the mission of the organization to improve lives by helping people help themselves. Samaritan Daytop Foundation raises critical funds to help expand the vast array of programs and services, including housing and shelters, addiction, mental health, and employment programs, which collectively serve over 36,000 New Yorkers with person-centered care each year.
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