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Pastor Gil – Pastor, Leader & Advocate

Austin Tang — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:37:53 +0000

Gilford Monrose is a pastor, philanthropist, and a proud husband and father, renowned for using his platform to bring together people of all backgrounds. Pastor Gil proves that a flourishing city is not a soulless one by bridging the gap between communities, congregations, government, and law enforcement in his everyday work as the Faith Advisor for the Mayor Eric Adams of New York City. He is appointed to expand the Center For Faith and Community Partnerships. This office sector builds bridges among City government, diverse religious communities and nonprofit organizations to better serve all New Yorkers.

“Leading, building, and promoting the awakening of a generation of socially conscious and free thinking leaders.”

https://gilfordmonrose.com/

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Diamonds in the South Bronx

Austin Tang — Thu, 29 May 2025 19:37:34 +0000

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By: Paul Sladkus
Located in the Crotona Park section in the South Bronx sits a hidden gem in
Bronx Prep High School, a representative of the Democracy Prep charter system.
On a rainy April evening the clouds parted and the sun shined for a group of
students who were given the opportunity to be front and center for a
performance of Romeo & Juliet at the Metropolitan Opera as well as we’re given
an opportunity to meet with members of the MET team for a “behind the scenes”
adventure within the arts.
School leadership led by Principal, Cassius Gil has set Bronx Prep apart from the
rest of the D.O.E. through offering opportunities that many NYC students are not
afforded. ““I am very very happy to be able to send kids to an incredible
experience at the Metropolitan Opera and be able to watch Romeo &
Juliet. Teachers jumped at it, kids jumped at the chance”. Gil went on to say, “one
child, when she came back, told me at the end of it that she stood up and cried”.
MET representative, Jess Medoff, discussed career opportunities and answered
questions to an audience of bright-eyed high schoolers from Bronx Prep, thrilled
at having seen a performance that they all proclaimed exceeded their wildest
expectations.
BP senior, Shenoa Urbaez Romero states, “Going to the Met has been one of the
best experiences I have had all year, I was able to explore an artistic environment
that I had dreamed of visiting”.
By all accounts, this event came to pass through a leader who quietly works with
these students on a regular basis as a guest teacher in addition to his regular job
as the Chief Financial Officer of the international investment platform, Alpha
Innovations. Philanthropist and champion for kids / for the arts, Gene Fisch, Jr.,
when asked of his motivation to orchestrate this endeavor stated that, “We grow
through being exposed to opportunities and kids just need that chance, the
chance to fall in love with music, with set design, with lighting. It is one thing to
read Romeo & Juliet, now let us immerse them into the experience! Have them
close their eyes and let the words permeate throughout their bodies! Bam! You
fall in love! Let’s show kids a world of awesomeness that transcends the
neighborhood”.
Democracy Prep’s system includes twelve schools across Harlem and the Bronx in
NYC as well as campuses in Nevada and Texas.
While interviewing the students we saw that most had never seen a performance
of this nature, not because they would not want to, the opportunity had just not
been afforded to them. Society and the educational system typically fall short
when including all its young people the opportunity to experience
possibilities. Such a substantial portion of NYC’s students struggle in the core
areas of education which becomes a tremendous obstacle to overcome. A recent
article by Julian Shen-Berro in Chalkbeat stated that “Roughly 50% proficient on
reading, math exams, data shows”. “Though 51.7% of the city’s third through
eighth grade students were considered on grade level based on their reading
exam scores, and 49.9% were on grade level for math, student performances
diverged across grades. Eighth grade students, for example, fared worse on math
exams — with just 42.3% achieving proficiency, compared to 55% of third
graders.”
It is through the efforts of institutions such as Bronx Prep and leaders such as
Cassius Gil and Gene Fisch, Jr. that can help improve upon these results and
overcome the deficiencies within the system.
Gene Fisch, Jr. went on to say, “kids learn from what they hear and sometimes
make pre-judgements based on how people look or what culture they come
from. Maybe if we educate children to judge people by their actions towards
them versus what they are told to believe the heritages represent, society will be
the better for it and we can eliminate a small portion of hate in the world.”
Drop the mic.
Kudos to Gene Fisch Jr, and the entire community of Democracy Prep. All are
diamonds in the South Bronx

#diamondsouthbronx #genefischjr #genefisch #paulsladkus

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Faith in Your Borough Harlem Registration

Austin Tang — Tue, 27 May 2025 21:35:10 +0000

In celebration of the Schomburg Center’s 100th anniversary, we’re proud to honor the legacy of the *Lion of Lenox Avenue, Congressman Charles B. Rangel*, during the Harlem Faith Tour on Thursday with Mayor Eric Adams. He will be joined by fellow faith leaders for an important gathering that continues his citywide tour engaging spiritual leadership. This is a moment for churches, temples, synagogues, mosques, and nonprofits to come together, share concerns, and hear directly from city agencies working to support your vital work in the community.

Harlem Faith in Your Borough  Thursday, May 29  10:00 AM – 12:00 PM  Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Langston Hughes Auditorium 515 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10037

Faith in Your Borough (5 Boro Tour & Evening of Faith) is the Mayor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Partnerships’ initiative to connect Interfaith Leaders with crucial public resources. Through these events, the OFCP will host bi-monthly 5 Borough Tour and Evening of Faith events across the boroughs. These sessions will allow faith and community leaders to meet with city agencies such as the Department of Education (DOE), Department of Buildings (DOB), Department of Finance (DOF), FDNY, and the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), to receive technical assistance and support for issues unique to their boroughs.

Schomburg Center for Research In Black Culture,

Langston Hughes Auditorium

515 Malcolm X Blvd

New York, NY 10037

Thursday, May 29, 10AM

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Pastor Gil Monrose, gmonrose@cityhall.nyc.gov

Faith in Your Borough Harlem Registration

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Mayor Adams and Pastor Gil Monrose share a MOTHER EARTH POES at the Earth Day, Times Square Concert, titled Manhattan Goes Green on April 22, 2024.

Austin Tang — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:57:22 +0000

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Mayor Eric Adams – Like so many New Yorkers, Mayor Eric Adams grew up with adversity—and overcame it.

As one of six children, born in Brownsville and raised in South Jamaica by a single mom who cleaned houses, Eric and his family did not always know if they would come home to an eviction notice on the front door or food on the table. And when he was beaten by police in the basement of a precinct house at 15, Eric faced a life-changing act of injustice.
But instead of giving into anger, Eric turned his pain into purpose and decided to change the police department from within. He joined the NYPD and became one of its most outspoken officers, calling out racism and bias in the department and pushing for major reforms.
As a founder of 100 Blacks in Law Enforcement Who Care, Eric would often police the streets in a bulletproof vest one day during the high-crime 1980’s and 1990’s and protest bad behavior by cops the next, marching side-by-side with his fellow civil rights advocates. He rose to the rank of captain, helping to build the first computerized system for tracking crime in the city, which led to historic gains in public safety.
Eric’s efforts to change policing began his lifelong work to improve and protect New York. From the NYPD, he moved on to the State Senate, where he represented sections of central and Brownstone Brooklyn. In Albany, Eric built winning coalitions to advance New York City’s values and goals, helping to push through measures to protect tenants and workers, combat gun violence, end the NYPD’s abuses of stop and frisk, and advance human rights — including marriage equality. He also became the first person of color to chair the Senate’s Homeland Security Committee.
Eric was then elected Brooklyn Borough President in 2013 by putting together a diverse coalition of Brooklynites to become the borough’s first Black leader. As the representative of one of the nation’s largest counties, Eric fought tirelessly to grow the local economy, invest in schools, reduce inequality, improve public safety, and advocate for smart policies and better government that delivers for all New Yorkers.
When the COVID-19 pandemic struck the city, Eric moved a mattress into his office and worked around the clock to deliver donated meals and PPE to essential workers and vulnerable New Yorkers, demanding government produce more equitable relief.
In addition to continuing to fight for struggling New Yorkers and a better quality of life for all, Eric became a national leader on public health policy after learning he had developed Type 2 diabetes. Following his diagnosis, Eric completely changed his diet and his body, reversing the disease and launching a personal mission to educate New Yorkers about preventative care and wellness. His work has already led to successful proactive public health efforts across the city and increased education in schools and with high-risk populations in lower-income areas, partnering with civic organizations and health experts.
Eric is a lifelong New Yorker. He received his master’s degree in public administration from Marist College, and is a graduate of New York City Technical College and the John Jay College of Criminal Justice. He is also a proud product of New York City public schools, including Bayside High School in Queens. Today he lives in Bedford-Stuyvesant, where he has resided for over 20 years. Eric is the proud father of Jordan, an aspiring filmmaker and a graduate of American University.

Pastor Gil Monrose – Gilford Monrose is a pastor, philanthropist, and a proud husband and father, renowned for using his platform to bring together people of all backgrounds. Pastor Gil proves that a flourishing city is not a soulless one by bridging the gap between communities, congregations, government, and law enforcement in his everyday work as the Faith Advisor for the Mayor Eric Adams of New York City. He is appointed to expand the Center For Faith and Community Partnerships. This office sector builds bridges among City government, diverse religious communities and nonprofit organizations to better serve all New Yorkers.

“Leading, building, and promoting the awakening of a generation of socially conscious and free thinking leaders.”

#mayorericadams #pastorgilmonrose #marklindeno’meara #earthday #manhattangoesgreen

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The Bowery Mission Partners with WNBA Team New York Liberty and the Mayor’s Office in a Winter Coat Drive for Unhoused New Yorkers and Migrant Families

Austin Tang — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 21:50:35 +0000

The Bowery Mission Partners with WNBA Team New York Liberty and the Mayor’s Office in a Winter Coat Drive for Unhoused New Yorkers and Migrant Families

NEW YORK, December 6, 2023 – The Bowery Mission is partnering with WNBA team New York Liberty and the Office of the Mayor to hold a winter coat drive to benefit the city’s unhoused population as well as migrants who have recently arrived in New York City. The drive will run from 10am to 4pm this Saturday, December 9 at The Bowery Mission’s iconic location at 227 Bowery.

As the number of unhoused New Yorkers continues to grow and as the city grapples with new migrant arrivals, The Bowery Mission together with New York City’s Office of Faith Based and Community Partnerships, New York City Mayor’s Office, and the Office of Immigrant Affairs is rallying to provide new and gently used coats to anyone in need, including migrants who may be experiencing their first New York winter. The WNBA team New York Liberty will also be on site to participate in the coat drive.

“For more than 150 years, it’s been our mission to welcome and serve all in need, no matter where they come from and why they find themselves in need,” said James Winans, President and CEO of The Bowery Mission. “The Bowery Mission was itself founded by two immigrants to serve an influx of new migrants living in the Lower East Side, underscoring the incredible potential for newcomers to become catalysts of positive change and community transformation.”

The Bowery Mission has seen a rise in migrants coming to its red doors for food and other assistance, and as winter sets in, the Mission will provide hygiene kits and other winter accessories to an increasing number of New Yorkers experiencing homelessness.

“We are looking to collect 10,000 coats,” Mr. Winans said. “We welcome members of the community to donate new or gently used adult and children’s coats so we can meet this critical need.”

Pastor Gil Monrose | Faith Advisor/Executive Director

Office of Faith-Based and Community Partnerships

Office of the Mayor of New York City

gmonrose@cityhall.nyc.gov

o:212-346-6335 c: 929-287-7653

Meeting and Event Request

Invite Mayor Adams

Mayoral Greeting Request

OFCP Faith Leaders Survey

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Earth Day 4/22/23

Austin Tang — Fri, 26 May 2023 19:34:55 +0000

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#earthday #michaelfitzpatrick #ringostarr #drjanegoodall #gilmonrose #scottharrison #unify #youtube #goodnews #paulsladkus

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Gabriela Gil Presents Her First New York Solo Art Exhibition, TIME and SPACE | Thursday, December 3, 2020

Austin Tang — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 21:50:34 +0000

TIME and SPACE

Opening Night

Thursday, December 3, 2020

Cocktails & Hors’doeuvres

6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

484 Broome Street, New York City

RSVP@lawlormediagroup.com

CDC Guidelines Observed

Virtual showing also available

Exhibit December 3 – 20, 2020

GabrielaGil.com

@bygabrielagil

PR CONTACT:

Norah Lawlor

norah@lawlormediagroup.com

Lawlor Media Group

One Rockefeller Plaza

11^th Floor

New York, NY 10020

T: 212-967-6900

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Gil Dezer, President of Dezer Development

admin — Mon, 17 Jul 2017 17:29:05 +0000

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One of the youngest developers of luxury high-rise residential and condo-hotel properties in the United States, Dezer has been instrumental in changing the face and value of the South Florida real estate industry through the introduction of brand partnerships.

In collaboration with real estate mogul Donald J. Trump, Gil led the Trump Organization’s first foray into the South Florida real estate market through the successful development of Trump Grande Ocean Resort and Residences and Trump Towers in Sunny Isles Beach. Despite the downturn of South Florida’s residential real estate market, and the ongoing recession, Gil managed two remarkable achievements between 2009 and 2010 – securing sufficient sales to pay-off Trump Royale’s $210 million construction loan and the $265 million pay-off of Trump Tower II and III’s mortgage, a combined $475 million.

With a track record of success in leveraging luxury brand partnerships within the real estate arena, in 2012, Gil announced a master licensing agreement with Germany-based Porsche Design Group to expand the iconic brand’s reach into the residential real estate market. The venture’s first project is a 60-story ultra-luxury tower showcasing a one-of-a-kind Patented robotic parking system, the Dezervator, which will allow owners to park their vehicles in ‘sky garages’ directly next to their units. Gil had the foresight to envision the need for this type of building. He believes that the innovative parking technology will serve as a catalyst for future luxury real estate developments around the world, especially in urban cities where parking is a premium.

As testament to how the project has been received by buyers, as well as the lending community, Dezer Development received a $214 million construction loan from Wells Fargo in September 2013, at the time marking the largest loan for a single construction project in the Southeast in the post-recession era. It was a true stamp of approval for Porsche Design Tower.

On the heels of Porsche Design Tower Miami’s success, Gil announced that Dezer Development and The Related Group had partnered with the iconic fashion and furnishings designer, Giorgio Armani, to launch his first-ever residential Tower, Residences by Armani/Casa.

Having earned wide recognition as the developer at the forefront of the luxury branded real estate trend, Gil continues to actively look for other major brands with which he can partner and further define South Florida’s spotlight on the world stage.

Gil’s professional achievements have led him in several areas. Specifically, Gil holds a Florida Real Estate license and is the Past President and Chairman Emeritus of the Developers & Builders Alliance (DBA), one of the world’s largest development and construction organizations. Gil received the 2012 Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce’s R.E.A.L. Award for Residential Real Estate – Condominiums and has taken home the Platinum Personal Achievement Award for Sales Director of the Year for Trump Grande Ocean Resort & Residences for three years in a row at the annual Florida’s BEST Awards sponsored by the Builders Association of South Florida (BASF), Miami Herald and el Nuevo Herald.

Active in the community, Gil holds several positions which include: one of the Founders of the Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation; a Young President of the Miami Heart Institute; member of the Florida Friends of Israeli Defense Forces (FFIDF); member of Project Cradle in Miami; member of WIZO Florida and the One Family Fund Organization.

for more info, go to www.DezerDevelopment.com

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