Yachad New York to Honor Community Leaders at Annual Gala

Celebration to recognize families, businesses, and students dedicated to inclusion

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:41am

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Yachad, the Orthodox Union's program for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, will host its annual New York Gala on April 29th. The event will honor the Goldstein family, Camp Morasha, White Glove Consulting, and a group of high school senior leaders for their commitment to building a more inclusive Jewish community.

Why it matters

For over 40 years, Yachad has created opportunities for people with disabilities to fully participate in Jewish life. This gala celebrates the individuals, organizations, and young leaders who have embraced Yachad's mission, ensuring that those with diverse abilities are not just welcomed, but truly belong within their communities.

The details

The Goldstein family will receive the Yachad Family Award for their nearly two decades of involvement, including their son JJ's participation in Yachad programs and the family's hosting of community events. Camp Morasha will be recognized for its 25-year partnership with Yachad, providing an inclusive summer camp experience. White Glove Consulting will be honored with the Lev Business Award for its commitment to inclusive employment through Yachad's vocational training program. Finally, a group of exceptional high school seniors will be recognized for their leadership in organizing school-based Yachad clubs and events that promote inclusion.

  • The Yachad New York Gala will take place on Tuesday, April 29, 2026.
  • The event marks over 40 years since Yachad was founded in 1983.

The players

Yachad

The Orthodox Union's program for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, which has spent over 40 years creating opportunities for people with diverse abilities to participate fully in Jewish communal life.

The Goldstein Family

A family who has been deeply involved with Yachad for nearly two decades, with their son JJ flourishing through Yachad's programs and the family hosting community events.

Camp Morasha

A summer camp that has partnered with Yachad for 25 years, creating an inclusive experience where campers with disabilities can fully participate alongside mainstream campers.

White Glove Consulting

A business that has embraced Yachad's mission of inclusive employment, providing job skills training and meaningful work opportunities for Yachad participants.

High School Senior Leaders

A group of exceptional students who have dedicated themselves to strengthening Yachad's mission of inclusion through their leadership of school-based Yachad clubs and community events.

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What they’re saying

“As we celebrate more than four decades of Yachad's impact, what continues to inspire us most are the individuals, families, businesses and young leaders who embrace our mission of inclusion. Their partnership ensures that people with disabilities are not simply welcomed into our communities but truly belong within them.”

— Avromie Adler, International Director of Yachad

“At White Glove, we believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to contribute in a meaningful way. Partnering with Yachad has shown us just how impactful an inclusive workplace can be not only for the individual but for our entire team.”

— Duvi Taub, Co-founder and CEO of White Glove Consulting

What’s next

The Yachad New York Gala will take place on Tuesday, April 29, 2026, at The Sands in Atlantic Beach.

The takeaway

This gala celebrates the power of community and the transformative impact that can occur when families, businesses, institutions, and young leaders embrace inclusion and ensure that individuals with diverse abilities are fully welcomed and integrated into Jewish life.