Celebrate 50 Years of DOROT
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
6:30pm - Cocktails | 7:30pm - Dinner and Program
American Museum of Natural History
Festive Attire
The gala will honor Robert S. Tucker, 35th Fire Commissioner of the City of New York. Please join Master of Ceremonies David Price, Weather Anchor — WNBC and Gala Co-Chairs Elyssa Friedland, Jennifer Perkins and Josh Targoff for this very special evening.
For five decades, DOROT has worked to alleviate social isolation and loneliness among older adults, foster meaningful connections across generations and build a world in which aging is supported with dignity, respect and community. This gala is a celebration of all that has made that work possible and all that lies ahead. We hope you will join us for this meaningful celebration and help ensure DOROT’s work continues to thrive for generations to come.
Honoring Robert S. Tucker
35th Fire Commissioner of the City of New York
We are proud to honor Robert S. Tucker for his remarkable leadership and service to New York City.
Individual tickets start at $1,000.
Gala Co-Chairs
Elyssa Friedland
Jennifer Perkins
Josh Targoff
DOROT's Board of Directors
Harriet Shaiman, President
Andrew Pardo, Treasurer
Josh Targoff, Secretary
Mitchell Berkey, Vice President
Jennifer Perkins, Esq., Vice President
Helaine Suval Beckerman, Vice President
Renée Adler Ascher*
Marian Faytell
Elissa Fishman
Elyssa Friedland
Judith Fryer
Jack Hattem
Ethan Horwitz, Esq.*
Marcie Imberman
Donna Jakubovitz*
Ellen Marram*
Barbara Matas
Zachary Neugut
Matthew Novack
Joyce Silberstang, Ph.D.
Sara Turken
Doris Ullendorff, LCSW
Ann Wimpfheimer, Psy.D.*
Mark Meridy, Executive Director
*denotes Past President
Sponsorship Opportunities
Supporting DOROT’s 50th Anniversary Gala is a meaningful way to celebrate this milestone while helping sustain programs and services that reduce social isolation and bring older adults connection, care and community. Individual tickets start at $1,000.
Platinum — $250,000
- Two tables for ten with VIP seating
- Prominent recognition on the gala website and at the event
- Recognition from the podium
- Inclusion in all press materials
- Premium full-screen journal ad
- Listing as a member of the gala committee
Diamond — $100,000
- Two tables for ten with VIP seating
- Prominent recognition on the gala website and at the event
- Recognition from the podium
- Inclusion in all press materials
- Premium full-screen journal ad
- Listing as a member of the gala committee
Gold — $50,000
- One table for ten with VIP seating
- Prominent recognition on the gala website and at the event
- Recognition from the podium
- Premium full-screen journal ad
- Listing as a member of the gala committee
Sapphire — $36,000
- One table for ten with premier seating
- Prominent recognition on the gala website and at the event
- Recognition from the podium
- Premium full-screen journal ad
- Listing as a member of the gala committee
Silver — $25,000
- One table for ten with premier seating
- Logo/listing on the gala website and at the event
- Recognition from the podium
- Premium full-screen journal ad
- Listing as a member of the gala committee
Bronze — $18,000
- One table for ten
- Logo/listing on the gala website and at the event
- Recognition from the podium
- Premium full-screen journal ad
- Listing as a member of the gala committee
Champion — $10,000
- 8 tickets to the gala
- Logo/listing on the gala website and at the event
- Premium full-screen journal ad
- Listing as a member of the gala committee
Partner — $5,000
- Two tickets to the gala
- Premium full-screen journal ad
- Listing as a member of the gala committee
Friend — $2,500
- One ticket to the gala
- Full-screen journal ad
Digital Journal Ads
Celebrate 50 years of DOROT and share your support with a tribute in our digital journal.
Journal ads do not include tickets to the event.
Premium Full-Screen Ad
$3,600
Appears three times as often as standard full-screen ads.
Full-Screen Journal Ad
$1,800
Half-Screen Journal Ad
$540
Join Us
For 50 years, DOROT has helped build a world in which older adults are connected, valued and supported. We hope you’ll join us for this special evening and be part of the community carrying that work forward. Dietary laws will be observed.
Can't join us the night of the gala? Make a gift in honor of our 50 years of impact.
