Central Boston Elder Services Raised $230,000
The nonprofit gala honored local figures for their work supporting elderly residents and those with disabilities.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Central Boston Elder Services raised over $230,000 at its annual "Care Unites Us" gala held at the Westin Copley Place. The funds support the organization's mission to help older adults and people with disabilities remain independent.
Why it matters
The event highlights the ongoing need for support systems that allow aging Bostonians and disabled individuals to live safely in their own homes. The organization currently provides services to more than 12,000 residents across the city every month.
The agency provides care services to more than 12,000 Boston residents each month. The recent gala successfully generated over $230,000 to support these operations.
The players
Andrea Campbell
She is the Attorney General of Massachusetts.
Joey C. Key
He is a Boston Police officer serving in District B-2.
Carina Shepard
She is a Boston Police officer serving in District B-2.
James T. Brett
He served as the keynote speaker for the event.
Aleksandr Verbuk
He is a care manager with Central Boston Elder Services.
The details
The gala honored Attorney General Andrea Campbell, care manager Aleksandr Verbuk, Michael Roper and his family, and Boston Police officers Joey C. Key and Carina Shepard. Officers Key and Shepard, who serve in District B-2, received the Drum Major for Justice Award for their work in Roxbury, Dorchester, and Mission Hill.
Timeline
The annual gala took place on October 3, 2026.
Market Landscape
This fundraising success aligns with the growing emphasis on the aging in place housing model within urban social services. It positions the organization to continue bridging the gap between municipal needs and available community resources.
Boston residents interested in supporting these services can contribute through the organization's website. The funds directly maintain access to independent living programs for thousands of local families each month.
The takeaway
Supporting community-based elder services is a critical component of maintaining independence for aging populations. Residents can aid this goal by donating to local agencies that manage essential daily care operations.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to support vulnerable populations in the Boston Philanthropy section.
More information
To donate or learn more about the agency's mission, visit the Central Boston Elder Services donation page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Dorchester Reporter.
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