Residents Forward Gala 2026

The 2026 Residents Forward Gala was a memorable evening celebrating community leadership, generosity, and the shared commitment to making Port Washington a more vibrant, resilient, and connected place to live.

Residents Forward was proud to honor Damon & Rachelle Gersh, Dyan DuCharme, and Jamie Banks for their outstanding dedication and service to the community. Their contributions have helped strengthen local initiatives and inspire positive change throughout Port Washington.

Held on the waterfront, the Gala brought together supporters, neighbors, and community leaders for an elegant evening featuring cocktails, dinner, live music, raffles, and heartfelt presentations recognizing this year's honorees.

As Residents Forward's largest fundraiser of the year, the Gala generated critical support for the organization's environmental education programs, community initiatives, and beautification efforts. The success of the event reflects the power of community collaboration and the collective commitment to preserving and enhancing the quality of life in Port Washington.

Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, sponsored, donated, and supported the Gala. Together, we continue to move Port forward.