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“I was Hungry and you gave me something to eat”
-Inspired by Matthew 25
Reserve your seat at the Gala!
The Details
Thursday, October 8, 2026
6-9 PM
Pines Manor
2085 Lincoln Highway
Edison, NJ 08817
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Evening’s Events
- Cocktail Hour
- Hors d’oeuvres
- Buffet style dinner
- Paddle Raise
Sponsor, Ticket & Journal Ad Options
We invite all our partners to stand with us in support of a more just and compassionate New Jersey.
By sponsoring the 2026 ECS-NJ Gala, you amplify our mission to bring lasting transformation to communities across New Jersey. Your support not only helps expand our impact, but also reflects a shared commitment to equity, dignity, and hope.
Keep scrolling to learn more about our sponsorship, journal, table opportunities and how you can join us in building a future where all are welcomed and supported.
To be included in our event Journal, please submitt ads by: September 1, 2026.
Please make your check payable to: Episcopal Community Services of the Diocese of New Jersey (ECS-NJ) and mail to P.O. Box# 86, Bedminster, NJ 07921
Sponsorship Opportunities
All sponsors receive tickets to the event, a full page ad in the journal, name listing on all promotional marketing and more.
Beacon of Hope Sponsor – $10,000
Represents the highest level of commitment, serving as a guiding light to the vulnerable and marginalized in our communities. 2 tables of 10: 20 tickets (2 premium tables) with priority seating
Faith in Action Sponsor – $5,000
Honors those who put their faith into tangible service, supporting initiatives that change lives through love and justice. 1 table of 10 with preferred seating
Compassionate Servant Sponsor – $3,000
Reflects the heart of ECS-NJ’s mission: walking alongside others with empathy, dignity, and care. 6 tickets with reserved seating
Spirit of Grace Sponsor – $1,500
Honors supporters whose generosity embodies grace, humility, and a desire to uplift others. 2 tickets, Full-page ad in event program
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DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
Ticket Options w/ Journal Ad
Here are several ways you can support this event.
- General Ticket Price – $175
- 1 Table of 10 – $1750
- 1 Table of 10 + Full page ad – $2650
- 1 Table of 10 + Half page ad – $2200
- 1 Table of 10 + Quarter page ad – $1950
- 1 Table of 10 + Name Listing – $1850
- 2 Tables of 10 (20 tickets) – $3500
Journal Ad Options
Can’t attend? Please consider placing an ad in our event journal.
- $900.00 – Full Page Ad
- $450.00 – Half Page Ad
- $200.00 – Quarter Page Ad
- $100.00 – Name Listing
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The 2026 ECS-NJ Gala is hosted by the Gala Steering Committee
- Wendy Blackmen
- Rev. Carolyn Bradley
- Rev. Paul Chalakani
- Jack Daugherty
- Rosina Dixon, MD, Co-Chair
- Karen Moore
- DD Villalobos
- Rev. Fabian Villalobos
- Fr. Dave Snyder, Co-Chair
- Rev. Tammy Young
Proceeds from the evening will support ECS-NJ’s mission to partner with organizations addressing food insecurity, housing support, racial justice, outreach ministries, and other critical community needs throughout the Diocese of New Jersey.
For more information, please email Melanie at [email protected]
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