ESRA 100th Anniversary Gala

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Harlem is shifting quickly. From historic brownstones to billion-dollar developments, the neighborhood that shaped Black culture, music, and enterprise is at a pivotal crossroads. As new buildings rise, too many legacies risk being left behind.

But ESRA Realty is holding the line.

For 100 years, ESRA has been more than a real estate company, it’s been a lifeline for Harlem. A builder of homes, yes. But also a protector of generational wealth, a platform for small business growth, and a force for equitable development in a city that often forgets its roots.

This gala is in one part, celebrating ESRA’s past but more importantly, it’s about funding Harlem’s future.

Join us for a powerful evening that fuses elegance with impact. You’ll hear stories of triumph from the families, entrepreneurs, and leaders whose lives have been transformed through ESRA’s work — and you’ll be part of writing the next chapter.

This is a night for those who believe that Harlem’s story is still being written — and that community-led institutions like ESRA must be at the heart of it.

Event highlights include:

• Red carpet arrival + press wall
• Formal dinner service + curated cocktails
• Legacy tributes + award presentations
• Live music and entertainment
• Premier networking with industry and civic leaders

When you attend the ESRA 100 Gala, you’re not simply showing up to a beautiful night of music, dining, and storytelling. You are affirming your belief in Harlem’s future. You are supporting a 100-year legacy of Black ownership, family-run businesses, and equitable development in one of the most culturally iconic neighborhoods in the world.

Here’s why your presence matters:

• Preserve Harlem’s Legacy: Help sustain Harlem’s architectural and cultural heritage in the face of rapid gentrification.
• Invest in Local Leadership: Fund ESRA’s work to mentor and support Black professionals, families, and future homeowners.
• Build Real Equity: Your attendance contributes to a pipeline of generational wealth through accessible housing and business opportunities.
• Join a Powerful Network: Connect with mission-aligned executives, creatives, civic leaders, and visionaries shaping Harlem’s next chapter.

100 years ago, ESRA began with a simple mission: to create dignified pathways to homeownership for Harlem’s Black families. Today, that mission has evolved — but the heart remains the same.

We’re honoring the pioneers who laid the foundation for ESRA’s first century — and calling on our community to fuel the next.

Align your brand with 100 years of legacy, and a bold vision for the next 100.

By sponsoring the ESRA 100 Gala, your organization gains meaningful visibility with Harlem’s top leaders, tastemakers, and changemakers, while backing one of New York’s most trusted community-rooted institutions.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Alhambra Ballroom, 2116 Adam Clayton Powell Junior Boulevard, New York, United States