Metropolitan Auxiliary Gala
Join us for a historic celebration commemorating 150 years
of partnership between NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan and New York Medical College — a legacy of innovation, excellence, and impact in the world of medicine.
September 18, 2025 | 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Guastavino‘s | 409 East 59th Street, New York, NY 10022
Black Tie Attire
Meet Our Honorees
Dr. Edward C. Halperin
Chancellor and CEO
New York Medical College
Diana Ayala
Deputy Speaker, NYC City Council
Council member, District 8
Dr. Hussein Matari
Department Chair, Radiology
Metropolitan Hospital
Geralyn Lucas
Journalist & Author
Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy
Dr. Marc Wallack
Department Chair, Surgery
Metropolitan Hospital
Sponsorship Levels
Legacy Sponsor - $100,000
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4 premiere tables (40 tickets for the Gala)
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Full-page ad in digital program journal
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Recognition at the Gala as “Legacy Sponsor”
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Logo recognition on all event collateral (journal, signage, step & repeat, website, etc.)
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5 autographed limited edition 150-year legacy look books
Platinum Sponsor - $75,000
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3 premiere tables (30 tickets for the Gala)
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Full-page ad in digital program journal
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Recognition at the Gala as “Platinum Sponsor”
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Logo recognition on event collateral (journal, signage, website, etc.)
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3 autographed limited edition 150-year legacy look books
Gold Sponsor - $50,000
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2 premiere tables (20 tickets for the Gala)
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Full-page ad in digital program journal
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Recognition at the Gala as “Gold Sponsor”
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Logo recognition on event collateral (journal, signage, website, etc.)
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1 autographed limited edition 150-year legacy look book
Silver Sponsor - $25,000
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1 premiere table (10 tickets for the Gala)
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Half-page ad in program journal
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Recognition at the Gala as “Silver Sponsor”
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Logo recognition on event collateral (journal, signage, website, etc.)
Friend Sponsor - $15,000
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1 premiere table (10 tickets for the Gala)
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Logo recognition on event collateral (journal, signage, website, etc.)
Angel Ticket - $1,000
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People who wish to donate on behalf of a healthcare worker
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Recognition at the Gala as an "Angel Donor" (can be anonymous)
Individual Ticket - $1,000
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People interested in attending as individuals
Metropolitan Staff Ticket - $750
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People employed by NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan
150 Years in Focus
Journey through 150 years of history with archival photos showcasing the enduring partnership between NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan and New York Medical College--the oldest hospital-college affiliation in the United States.
From medical milestones to everyday moments, these images highlight our shared legacy of innovation, excellence, and compassionate care.