Building Dreams Gala 2026

Join us for Building Dreams 2026, an evening of friends and community on Thursday, September 24, 2026, 6:00pm at Danversport in support of Essex County Habitat for Humanity.

An enchanting evening dedicated to bringing people together to build affordable homes, strengthen families and communities, and foster hope.

Together, let us make a difference by creating a brighter future for families in our community. Our vison is that one day, everyone will have a decent place to live!

As the sun sets over the harbor at Danversport, the evening begins with cocktails, conversation, and the company of old and new friends. You will enjoy delicious passed hors d’oeuvres and creative food stations before gathering together for our program and live auction.

After the presentation, the celebration continues with coffee, desserts, and plenty of time to connect and linger a little longer.

Thank you to our emcee and auctioneer Cathy MacPherson, along with DJ & Lighting artist Jay Foss, helping to make the evening truly special.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Presenting Cornerstone Event Partner

Watts Water Technologies, Inc.

Atrium Sponsor

TruNorth Bank

Balustrade Sponsor

Institution for Savings

Richard & Lolli Sumberg

Cornice Sponsor

Tina & Greg Benik

DeGeorge Remodeling Partners

Leslie S. Ray | One Digital Insurance

McLane Middleton

NorthEast Community Bank

Penobscot Investment Management

Dormer Sponsor

Cape Ann Savings Bank

Cross Insurance

Eastern Bank

Golden Cannoli

Groom Construction Co.

Haverhill Bank

Jackson Lumber & Millwork

Rokx Services

Salem Five Bank

Sterling Insurance

Media Sponsor

Northshore Home

Half Page Program Book Sponsor

Allworth Financial

Dalton & Finegold LLP

Len Gibley

Dr. George & Marian Myers

Stephen Sakakeeny

Quarter Page Program Book Sponsor

Al Temkin Productions

Endicott College

Greg Plumbing & Heating

LaPlume & Sons Printing, Inc.

NorthEast Computer Services, LLC

Community Partnership Awards

Together, Let's Open the Door!

Be a Sponsor or Donate to our Auction!

Check out some photos from last year!

What to expect

Thank you to our Sponsors!