HCCI 23rd Annual Gala
The Harlem Congregations for Community Improvement’s (HCCI) 23rd annual “Let’s Break
Bread Together” Gala took place on April 16, 2026 at Marina Del Rey in the Bronx. The milestone celebration
honored four decades of leadership in affordable housing, community development, and economic empowerment.
Under the guidance of Gala Chair Rev. Shepherd Lee, this year’s gala fulfilled the promise of an inspiring
evening, bringing together faith leaders, community stakeholders, business partners, and supporters of HCCI’s
mission.
Honoring Visionary Leadership
The organization will recognize an outstanding group of honorees for their exceptional contributions:
• Imam Al-Hajj Talib Abdur-Rashid (Posthumously)
• Jack Tawil, Chairman & CEO, Medpod, Inc.
• David Brecher, CEO, FM Home Loans
• Karol S. Robinson, Esq., Member, Reno &
Cavanaugh
• Convent Avenue Baptist Church
