Residents Forward Gala 2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating community, impact, and the residents who make Port Washington thrive.

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Manhasset Bay Yacht Club

Colorful illustrated design for a gala event, featuring a scenic background with water, boats, and trees. The event details include the date Thursday, June 4th, 2026, at 7 PM, at the Manbasset Bay Yacht Club. The event is honoring Damon & Rachelle Gersh, Dyan DuCharme, and Jamie Banks. The design includes the text 'Save The Date,' 'Gala '26,' and 'Residents Forward' with a logo of a tree and leaves.

This year, Residents Forward is proud to honor Damon & Rachelle Gersh, Dyan DuCharme, and Jamie Banks—leaders whose dedication, generosity, and commitment to community have helped shape a more vibrant, resilient, and connected Port Washington.

Guests will enjoy an elegant waterfront evening featuring cocktails, dinner, live music, raffles, and inspiring honoree presentations, all in support of Residents Forward’s mission.

As our largest fundraiser of the year, the Gala plays a critical role in sustaining our environmental education programs, community initiatives, and beautification efforts across Port Washington.

Celebrate with us. Support what matters.
Together, we move Port forward.

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Group of 12 people, both men and women, posing for a photo on a boat dock near water, dressed in casual and semi-formal clothing, with a harbor and boats in the background.

2026 Gala Honorees

Past Gala Photos

People gathered around a poolside area with tables and tents, socializing at an outdoor event in front of a large, historic brick building with columns and multiple windows, surrounded by trees.
Ten people posing together outdoors at a social gathering, smiling and wearing sunglasses, with a large brick building and trees in the background.
Seven people sitting on a bench on a dock by a body of water, smiling and wearing semi-formal clothing, with sailboats in the background and string lights overhead.
Group of people standing outdoors on a beach at sunset, holding certificates and awards, dressed in semi-formal attire.