08/05/2026
GFP Real Estate recently announced the successful completion of a 34,300-square-foot lease transaction on behalf of the Center for Justice Innovation, a nonprofit organization focused on advancing community justice and public safety initiatives nationwide, at 520 Eighth Ave. in Midtown Manhattan. The transaction includes a long-term extension, expansion and consolidation of the nonprofit’s administrative headquarters operations within the building.
The redesigned space will feature expanded collaborative areas, flexible meeting and training spaces, and modern workplace amenities intended to foster greater connectivity, increase in-office engagement and support the organization’s long-term operational strategy. While the transaction represents a modest increase in square footage, the consolidation significantly expands the organization’s usable operational capacity and flexibility.
The tenant was represented by OPEN’s Stephen Powers and Jake Cinti. Landlord representation was handled in-house by Matthew Mandell of GFP Real Estate.
“Center for Justice Innovation has been part of the 520 Eighth Ave. community for more than 25 years, and we’re proud to continue supporting the organization through this next phase of growth,” said Matthew Mandell of GFP Real Estate. “As one of New York City’s largest landlords to nonprofit organizations, GFP has long believed in creating office environments that foster collaboration, connectivity and long-term institutional stability. This transaction further reinforces 520 Eighth Ave.’s position as one of Manhattan’s premier hubs for mission-driven organizations.”
Built in 1926, 520 Eighth Ave. is a 26-story office tower comprising more than 860,000 square feet of office space. The property is located steps from major transit hubs including Penn Station, the Port Authority Bus Terminal, and the A, C, E, 1, 2 and 3 subway lines, providing tenants with exceptional accessibility throughout the region.
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