2026 Gala

A Shared Vision. A More Equitable Brooklyn

A fundraising event for Access Justice Brooklyn

Event Information

Tuesday, December 01, 2026 from 6:30pm - 10:00pm

Tuesday, December 1, 2026

6:30 PM Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction | 7:45 PM Awards Program

9:15 PM Dessert Reception


Brooklyn Museum |  Beaux-Arts Court 

200 Eastern Pkwy | Brooklyn, NY 11238


HONORING

 Tradition of Excellence Award Recipient
JASON A. JONES
EY Americas and US Vice Chair 
and General Counsel

&

 Dedication to Justice Award Recipient
TONY WEST
 Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer,
and Corporate Secretary

Uber

CELEBRATING

Champion of Justice Award Recipient
RADHA SATHE MANTHE
Pro Bono Deputy
King & Spalding LLP

&

Lois Karch Conway Circle of Justice Award Recipient
DR. JOCELYNNE RAINEY
President & CEO
Brooklyn Org



ABOUT THE GALA

The Access Justice Brooklyn Gala celebrates exceptional individuals and visionary leaders whose dedication to public service, equal justice, and stronger communities reflects the values we strive to advance every day. As AJB’s premier fundraising event, the Gala brings together our community of supporters, partners, friends, and advocates united by a shared vision of an equitable Brooklyn where everyone knows their rights and has access to legal support. Funds raised through the Gala provide critical resources for AJB’s work and expand our impact throughout the borough.


SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sapphire – $100,000 

  • Twenty tickets, premium reserved seating
  • Special recognition from the Gala stage
  • Access Justice Brooklyn branded gift
  • Special recognition of sponsorship in all public relations materials related to the planning and execution of the event
  • Premium & prominent two full-screen digital advertisements in the event journal
  • Premium & prominent placement with logo and link on event website
  • Premium & prominent recognition listing and logo included in the Gala invitation and journal


Diamond – $75,000 

  • Twenty tickets, premium reserved seating
  • Special recognition from the Gala stage
  • Special recognition of sponsorship in all public relations materials related to the planning and execution of the event
  • Premium & prominent full-screen digital advertisement in the event journal
  • Prominent placement with logo and link on event website
  • Prominent recognition listing and logo included in the Gala invitation and journal


Platinum – $50,000

  • Ten tickets, reserved seating
  • Special recognition from the Gala stage
  • Recognition of sponsorship in all public relations materials related to the planning and execution of the event
  • Prominent full-screen digital advertisement in the event journal
  • Prominent placement with logo and link on event website
  • Prominent recognition listing and logo included in the Gala invitation and journal

 

Gold – $25,000 

  • Eight tickets, reserved seating
  • Recognition of sponsorship and name mentioned in all public relations materials related to the planning and execution of the event
  • Full-screen digital advertisement in the event journal
  • Recognition listing with logo and link on event website
  • Recognition listing and logo included in the Gala invitation and journal


Silver – $15,000 

  • Eight tickets, reserved seating
  • Recognition of sponsorship and name mentioned across Access Justice Brooklyn social media platforms
  • Half-screen digital advertisement in the event journal
  • Recognition listing and link on event website
  • Recognition listing included in the Gala invitation and journal

 

Leader – $10,000 

  • Six tickets, reserved seating
  • Recognition of sponsorship and name mentioned across Access Justice Brooklyn social media platforms
  • Half-screen digital advertisement in the event journal
  • Recognition listing with link on event website 


Partner – $5,000 

  • Three tickets, reserved seating
  • Half-screen digital advertisement in the event journal
  • Recognition listing with link on event website 

EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Cocktail Reception Sponsor – $50,000 
  • Eight tickets, reserved seating
  • Special recognition from the Gala stage
  • Special, exclusive recognition signage in the cocktail reception area with logo
  • Access Justice Brooklyn branded gift
  • Recognition of exclusive sponsorship, “Cocktail Reception Sponsor,” in all public relations materials related to the planning and execution of the event
  • Prominent full-screen digital advertisement in the event journal
  • Exclusive sponsorship recognition listing with logo and link on event website 


Dessert Reception Sponsor – $25,000

  • Four tickets, reserved seating
  • Recognition from the Gala stage
  • Special, exclusive recognition signage in the dessert reception area with logo
  • Access Justice Brooklyn branded gift
  • Recognition of exclusive sponsorship, “Dessert Reception Sponsor,” in all public relations materials related to the planning and execution of the event
  • Prominent full-screen digital advertisement in the event journal
  • Exclusive sponsorship recognition listing with logo and link on event website


Video Sponsor – $15,000

  • Two tickets, reserved seating
  • Recognition as the sponsor of the video that will premiere during the Gala with sponsor logo displayed prominently in the video
  • Recognition of exclusive sponsorship, “Video sponsor,” in all public relations materials related to the planning and execution of the event
  • Half-screen digital advertisement in the event journal
  • Exclusive sponsorship recognition listing with logo and link on event website 

TICKET OPPORTUNITIES

Benefactor – $1,000
  • Two tickets, reserved seating
  • Quarter-screen advertisement in the event journal 
 
Individual Gala Ticket – $500

Individual Community/Nonprofit Ticket – $250

DIGITAL JOURNAL AD OPPORTUNITIES (due by Tuesday, November 24, 2026)

Gold Full Screen – $2,000          Full-Screen - $1,000          Half-Screen - $500

ABOUT ACCESS JUSTICE BROOKLYN

Access Justice Brooklyn partners with compassionate pro bono attorneys and cross-industry professionals to provide high-quality, civil legal services that help ensure equal access to the legal system. We focus on services that contribute to the economic security of Brooklyn households, ensuring that income does not represent a barrier to legal help and financial stability. Our proven pro bono model—recruit, train, supervise, and support— also provides flexibility to address new legal issues as they emerge. 


For more information or for assistance securing your support, please contact Melissa Starr, Chief Strategy officer at melissa@accessjusticebk.org or call 718-473-9209.

Gala dress code: formal business attire.

Access Justice Brooklyn is a not-for-profit public charity recognized by the IRS under 501(c)(3). Tax ID:11-3155182. Federal tax law specifies that the tax-deductible value of Gala sponsorships or tickets is limited to the amount of your contribution minus the fair market value of goods or services provided (such as food and beverage). Access Justice Brooklyn Gala digital journal ads and donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

A copy of the our most recently filed financial report is also available from the Charities Registry on the New York State Attorney General’s website (www.charitiesnys.com). You also may obtain information on charitable organizations from the New York State Office of the Attorney General at (212) 416-8686.

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