HOME, Inc. – 60 Years of Fighting for Equality In Housing

Fair housing supporters from all over Western New York will gather for Housing Opportunities Made Equal’s 60th Anniversary Gala, on October 27th, at the Atrium at Rich’s. WGRZ’s Claudine Ewing will serve as MC.

Founded in 1963, Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME), is a civil rights organization with a mission to promote the value of diversity and ensure all people an equal opportunity to live in the housing and communities of their choice. Through education, advocacy, and enforcement of fair housing laws, HOME aims to ensure that everyone’s voices are heard on housing issues and that victims of housing discrimination receive the justice they rightfully deserve.

This year’s theme is “60 and Counting...” and commences with a 5:30 pm social hour. Guests will enjoy dinner, dancing, a silent auction showcasing Buffalo Bills items, basket raffle, live artwork and much, much more! To reflect on 60 years, HOME will also be screening a short video showcasing their history of fair housing work for the past six decades and the leaders who made great contributions to the organization’s mission.

“Luck did not bring us to 60 years of this work,” said Executive Director DeAnna Eason. “The dedication, courage, strength, and love for humankind of a small group of like-minded individuals have brought us to this day. We honor those who stood in the face of hatred and fought for the equal rights of all.”

Highlights of the evening will also include the presentation of the Agents of Change Award, recognizing the work of individuals who have provided significant contribution to the service of fair housing and equal rights in the past, present, and future. Award honorees are Attorney James Myers, Heather Abraham and the UB Law and Transparency Clinic, and advocate Austin Von Martin.

Those interested in supporting HOME’s work fighting housing discrimination and homelessness are invited to donate at www.homeny.org/dinner or: www.homeny.app.neoncrm.com/forms/donation.

This event is open to the public. For more information on tickets or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Wendy Mednick, Fund Development Manager at (716) 854-1400 ext. 22 or: wmednick@homeny.org.