Thank you to all who joined us for our 2025 Awards Gala to celebrate our amazing supportive housing community and honorees.
 

View the gala slideshow here.
 

View photos from the event here.

Gala Journal


 

Outstanding Neighbors of the Year

Every year, the Supportive Housing Network of New York honors supportive housing tenants who have demonstrated leadership, personal growth, and made a positive impact on their supportive housing and/or wider community.  

Helen Taylor, Outstanding Neighbor of the Year
Read more about Helen's journey here.

James Emmick, Outstanding Neighbor of the Year
Read more about Jimmy's journey here.

Unsung Hero Honorees

This year we celebrated several Unsung Heroes, leaders whose dedication and work behind the scenes has transformed lives and strengthened communities across New York City and New York State.

Kim Darga, Deputy Commissioner for Development, NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development

Read more about Kim here.

 

Julie Duncan, Director, Bureau of Housing Development and Support, NYS Office of Mental Health



Read more about Julie here.

Dana Greenberg, Director, Bureau of Housing and Support Services, NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance

Read more about Dana here.

Rick Umholtz, Deputy Commissioner of Housing and Refugee Services, NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance

Read more about Rick here.

Brett Hebner, Vice President of Multifamily Finance and Development, NYS Homes and Community Renewal

Read more about Brett here.


Jamie Neckles, Assistant Commissioner for the Bureau of Mental Health, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Read more about Jamie here.

Craig Retchless, Deputy Commissioner, NYC Human Resources Administration’s Office of Supportive Housing and Specialized Services

Read more about Craig here.