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CFR’s 2025 Benefit: Rooted in Justice–Fighting for Families

Date: September 16, 2025

Time: 6:30 PM

The Center for Family Representation’s (CFR) 2025 Benefit was held on Tuesday, September 16 at Prince George Ballroom in New York City.

Our benefit took on a new, innovative format, reflecting our expanding services to more communities across the city. The evening began at 5:30 PM with an exclusive VIP reception for our closest supporters and sponsors, followed by buffet dinner and a powerful program.

This year, we were proud to honor Julissa Reynoso (Justice in Action Honoree) and Carolyn A. Kubitschek and David J. Lansner (Pro Bono Partner Honorees), who have spent their lives advancing justice at home and abroad.

We were also proud to honor former CFR client Aminullah Hussain with the Sabra Jackson Client Award and highlight visual art and poetry by people impacted by the family policing system. To view our program and the art featured throughout the benefit, please download our e-journal.

CFR was thrilled to celebrate the individuals and organizations—like you—who partner with CFR to empower parents, protect youth, and strengthen families.

If you haven’t yet made a gift, there is still time to help us cross this year’s $400,000 fundraising milestone. Every contribution—no matter the size—is a vital investment in justice, dignity, and stronger futures for families.

For a photo album with highlights from the evening, please click here

2025 Benefit Recap Videos

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CFR staff group photo at the 2025 CFR Benefit

General Recap of the Evening

Thank you CFR for everything that you do in underserved communities! -Joyce McMillan, JMACforFamilies Watch Our 2025 Benefit Recap
Julissa Reynoso at the 2025 CFR Gala

Justice in Action Honoree Julissa Reynoso

Now we have to look inward and take care of our people, at least for the next couple of years. Watch Julissa's Speech
Pro Bono Honorees David and Carolyn at the 2025 Gala

Pro Bono Honorees David Lansner & Carolyn Kubitschek

Lansner and Kubitschek have their hand in protecting the fundamental rights of parents to raise their children. Watch David & Carolyn's Speech
CFR client stands outside with his CFR team

2025 Sabra Jackson Honoree: Mr. Aminullah Hussain

The entire CFR staff treated me like family...with their help, I got back on my feet. Watch Aminullah's Speech
Poetry performer Cassandra Gonzalez at the 2025 CFR Benefit

Poetry Performer Cassandra Gonzalez

I fought with all my might, navigating unknown. In a system bewildering, I was not alone. Watch Cassandra's Performance