Essex County Habitat for Humanity will “Open Doors to Affordable Housing,” by bringing community members, supporters, business leaders, and friends together for its annual Building Dreams Gala. The event will be held on Thursday, September 24 at 6pm. The evening will celebrate the people and partnerships that help make affordable homeownership possible while highlighting the urgent need to open more doors for individuals and families in our community.
This year’s gala will be particularly meaningful as Essex County Habitat for Humanity welcomes Kevin Moore as its new Executive Director and honors Stuart Johnson of Newburyport, and TruNorth Bank for their contributions to the community and commitment to the organization’s mission.
Held at Danversport, the Building Dreams Gala will offer guests an evening of celebration and connection overlooking the harbor. The evening will begin with cocktails and conversation, followed by passed hors d’oeuvres and waterfront dining. Guests will then gather for an inspiring program and live auction in support of Essex County Habitat for Humanity’s work to expand access to affordable housing.
The theme, “Opening Doors to Affordable Housing,” reflects the heart of Habitat’s mission: creating opportunities for individuals and families to access safe, affordable homes and build stronger futures. Every home built and every family supported represents another door opened to greater stability, strength, and hope.
“Building Dreams is about more than celebrating what we have accomplished—it’s about coming together as a community to create opportunities for individuals and families to build a stronger future,” said Kevin Hudson, Director of Charitable Giving at Essex County Habitat for Humanity.
The gala provides an opportunity for the community to learn more about Essex County Habitat for Humanity’s work and to help advance its mission of creating affordable homeownership opportunities. Through the generosity and engagement of supporters, Habitat helps individuals and families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable housing.
At a time when affordable housing remains out of reach for too many families, guests are invited to join Essex County Habitat for Humanity for this special evening to help open doors and build dreams throughout the community.
Tickets and tables are available at www.essexcountyhabitat.org/gala/.