
Despite the heavy rain, we laughed, celebrated and honored the memories of our beloved founder Howard “Howie” Josepher. We enjoyed the delightful cuisine from Creative Catering, grooved to the sounds of the Sterling Strings Quartet, and acknowledged the phenomenal contributions of two dynamic women in our field. From all of us here at Exponents, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to you!
Your generous support not only surpasses our initial goals but also propels us forward in our mission of training qualified clinicians and providing life-saving programs. These initiatives connects vital services for individuals seeking to reclaim their lives, whether they are affected by substance use, behavioral health challenges, or incarceration.
Thank you for standing with us in this crucial fight! Your unwavering commitment and generosity are instrumental in our efforts to improve the health and well-being of our fellow New Yorkers. Together, we can continue to make a profound difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Lastly, thank you for your kind thoughts and prayers for Howie and the Josepher family.

Join us in envisioning a New York City where all individuals and communities have access to the resources needed to obtain optimal health and achieve economic security.
HONORING
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| Debbie Pantin President & CEO Outreach Outstanding Public Service Award | Maia Szalavitz Bestselling Author & Contributing Opinion Writer New York Times Innovative Leadership Award |
ABOUT OUR EVENT
Your sponsorship of Exponents’ Annual Gala: Vision
- Ensures Exponents will continue to provide services to over 2,700 New Yorkers annually
- Bolsters our efforts to improve the behavioral health care workforce by training 50 Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselors and 135 Certified Recovery Peer Advocates each year
- Provides financial resources to support our life-saving overdose prevention services and our HIV/AIDS prevention initiatives





























