Announcing the 2015 Guardian Angel Dinner Dance Honorees

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Guar�anRichard J. Hughes, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton Humanitarian AwardMost Reverend David M. O’Connell, C.M.

The Most Rev. David M. O’Connell, C.M., 10th Bishop of Trenton, was born April 21, 1955, in Philadelphia.

Following his education and formation in institutions run by the Congregation of the Mission (also known as the Vincentians) then-Father O’Connell was ordained as a Vincentian priest in 1982. He spent nearly three decades serving as a teacher and administrator in several institutions, including 12 years as president of The Catholic University of America.

On June 4, 2010, Pope Benedict XVI appointed then-Father O’Connell as Coadjutor Bishop of the Diocese of Trenton. He was ordained to the episcopacy July 30, 2010. When Pope Benedict XVI accepted the resignation of Bishop John M. Smith Dec. 1, 2010, Bishop O’Connell automatically succeeded him.

As Chief Shepherd, Bishop O’Connell has focused his efforts on the catechetical development of his flock, the sanctification and cultivation of his priests and the advancement of vocations. In 2012, he called for the Diocese’s first Eucharistic Congress, bringing together some 20,000 Catholics for worship, learning and prayer. He has written extensively, including a pastoral letter during the Year of Faith and several series of essays on the tenets of faith.

Bishop O’Connell has been a staunch supporter of Catholic education, implementing efforts to build school sustainability. His efforts on behalf of the less fortunate include the mobilization of a massive relief effort for the victims of Superstorm Sandy in 2012, an outreach that continues to this day along the Bayshore and coastal areas of the Diocese.

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2015 Kick-off Event Catholic Charities held its annual Kick-off event on May 14th for the upcoming 2015 Guardian Angel Dinner Dance (GADD). At the event, held at the Hyatt Regency Princeton, those who will officially be honored at the dance on October 3rd were announced.

Sen. Peter Inverso, Chair of Catholic Charities Board of Trustees, thanked the event’s planning committee, co-chaired this year by Peter and Lori Haas. He also commented on the difference the honorees make because of their commitment to Catholic Charities. “Our honorees have earned their wings because they have brought hope, aid and comfort to our brothers and sisters,” he said.

Marlene Laó-Collins, Executive Director, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton and Sister Joanne Dress, Executive Director,

Catholic Social Services, Diocese of Trenton.

Tickets & Information

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PlaCe: Hyatt Regency Princeton

Date: Saturday, October 3, 2015

tIMe: 5 to 10 PM

COSt: $210 per person

COntaCt: Sarah Macken at 609-394-5181, ext. 1159, or smacken@cctrenton.org

Light of Hope Award, Burlington Countyelizabeth a. RyanElizabeth A. Ryan, Esq., is president and CEO of the Princeton-based

New Jersey Hospital Association, a not-for-profit trade association representing New Jersey’s hospitals and other healthcare providers that provides leadership on quality and patient safety, education and advocacy in both Washington, D.C., and in Trenton. Her involvement in supporting Catholic Charities was inspired by her parents’ focus on giving back to one’s community, the care and assistance she experienced as a child when the agency helped families impacted by the closing of the Roebling steel mill, and her respect for the agency’s mission. “I am honored and deeply humbled to receive this award.”

Light of Hope Award, Ocean Countynotre Dame Club of the Jersey Shore

For over 50 years, the Notre Dame Club (NDC) of the Jersey Shore has made a meaningful impact on the lives of neighbors and friends in Monmouth and Ocean counties through volunteer efforts including service days where club members help elderly homeowners with home repairs and by performing countless yard cleanups. Dave Heskin initiated and coordinated the NDC’s involvement in the Fix It program and was an Ocean County Light of Hope recipient in 2008.

Corporate Citizen of the YearInvestors BankInvestors Bank, headquartered in New Jersey, is a full-service

community bank that has been serving customers since 1926. With more than $18.7 billion in assets and a network of over 130 retail branches, Forbes has placed Investors on its “Best Banks in America” list since 2012.

Since its founding, the Investors Foundation has awarded or pledged more than $14 million to non-profits. Among them is Catholic Charities, which had also been supported by Roma Bank for many years. In 2014 Roma was acquired by Investors, and the Bank and its Foundation continue to provide support to the agency.

Client Achievement Awardthe Gomez FamilyOlga Gomez and her three children endured domestic abuse and other difficulties until she was referred

to Catholic Charities’ El Centro program, where her son Juan enrolled in the After School Program. Her involvement in El Centro formed the turning point in Olga’s life as she moved away from dependence and fear to living in a place of her own with a good job enabling her to provide for her children. Following in son Juan’s footsteps, Olga also started going to El Centro, taking ESL and computer classes. Later, she took healthy relationship workshops, parenting classes and GED classes. Olga says, “the love and compassion that El Centro staff have for people is priceless.”

Light of Hope Award, Mercer CountyJeffrey and Megan GordonJeffrey and Megan Gordon have been married 22 years and have

three children, Jack, Maddie and Jeff Jr. They have supported the GADD since 2001. Members of the Church of Saint Ann, they participated in CYO, Parish Health Ministry, and the 75th Year Anniversary Capital Campaign. Children Jack and Maddie completed volunteer internships with Catholic Charities and Jack and Jeff Jr. also help out at the Catholic Charities Trenton food pantry. Megan served on the 2015 Walk of Hope Committee and is a registered nurse. Jeff is the managing partner for the Princeton office of Archer & Greiner.

Light of Hope Award, Monmouth CountyPeter J. Griffin

Peter Griffin became involved with Catholic Charities in 2003 when

he and wife Mary Ellen helped with the Monmouth County Ray of Hope Gala. Later, they chaired the Ray of Hope and Peter spearheaded the gala’s raffle and ad journal committees. A member of the Monmouth County Board, Peter generates sponsorships for fundraisers each year and the couple are underwriters for the 2015 Monmouth events, as well as the GADD.

A 38-year member of the Parish of St. Mary, Colts Neck, Peter chaired the parish finance council.

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enteRtaInMent Weekend in New York City, Philadelphia, Princeton; theatre and/or concert tickets

GetawayS Accommodations in Boston, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, New York City

SPORtS Luxury box sporting events, golf foursomes at prestigious golf courses, memorabilia, tickets

GIFt CeRtIFICateS Restaurants, specialty stores, spas, gym memberships

VaCatIOn HOMeS The beach, the mountains, the islands

MISCellaneOuS Jewelry, wine tastings, portraits, iPads, designer handbags

available opportunities:

o Full Page (print area 7.5”h x 5”w) $800

o Half Page (print area 4”h x 4.5”w) $450

o Quarter Page (print area 4”h x 2.5”w) $250

o I am not interested in placing an ad, but would like to make a donation of $

Name:

Company:

Address:

Phone/Fax:

Email:

Ads should be submitted in black and white and designed to fit the appropriate page size selected. Ads provided in color will be converted to black and white. Electronic files should be submitted in high resolution (300 dpi) JPG or print quality PDF to: jsalmestrelli@cctrenton.org

If unable to email ad, please mail camera-ready art (crisp, clear type, spot-free, staple-free) to Catholic Charities at the address below.

AD DEADLiNE: August 21, 2015

SiLENT AuCTioN WiSHES

Receive tickets for a table of ten, a full page ad with exclusive placement in event program journal, acknowledgement on event invitations, your company logo projected at event entrance, will be highly recognized at the dinner, and your company’s weblink posted on Catholic Charities website.

o CoCktAIl SPonSor $12,000

o PrInt/MAIl/AuCtIon SPonSor $12,000

o VIdeo SPonSor (partial — $6,000 sold) $12,000

ANGEL SPoNSoRSHiPSo ArCHAngel $5,000 Includes preferred seating with a table for ten, acknowledgement on event invitations, gold border advertisement in program journal, recognition at the dinner and in event promotion.

o guArdIAn Angel $3,500 Includes a table for eight, acknowledgement on event invitations, silver border advertisement in program journal, recognition at the dinner and in event promotion.

o Angel $2,500 Includes a table for six, acknowledgement on event invitations, black border advertisement in program journal, recognition at the dinner and in event promotion.

EvENT AND PRoGRAm uNDERWRiTERS

PRoGRAm JouRNALADvERTiSEmENTS

For More InForMAtIon on the silent auction, or to arrange for pick up of your item, please contact:

Sarah Macken609-394-5181, ext. 1159 smacken@cctrenton.org

For More InForMAtIon about available sponsorship opportunities or placing an ad in the program journal, please contact Sarah Macken at 609-394-5181, ext. 1159 or smacken@cctrenton.org.

Please return your form(s) and check payable to Catholic Charities, Diocese of trenton, no later than AuguSt 21, 2015 to: Catholic Charities Development Department, 383 West State Street, Trenton, NJ 08618.

What are the benefits of donating a silent auction item, placing an ad or sponsoring our event? More than 600 people attend the Guardian angel Dinner Dance which will give your business or organization great exposure while helping Catholic Charities reduce poverty, promote recovery and strengthen families.

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383 West State St.P.o. Box 1423Trenton, NJ 08607-1423

Sponsorstop event SponsorInvestors Bank

Floral and Band SponsorJ. Mark and Ann D. Baiada

Video SponsorRiverview Studios (partial)

Behavioral Health Services SponsorReilly Financial Group, an office of MetLife

Children and Family Services SponsorMerrill Lynch Wealth Management Bank of America Corporation

Community Services Sponsor Honorable Anthony J. and Judith M. Persichilli

Providence House Domestic Violence Services SponsorsNJ SHARES/Verizon NJ and St. Francis Medical Center

archangelsAmboy Bank J. Knipper and Company, Inc. New Jersey Hospital Association Phoenix Packaging & Fulfillment

Guardian angelsArcher & Greiner P.C. The Church of Our Lady of Good Counsel, Moorestown

angelsBrewer Direct, Inc. Georgian Court University

Peter J. and Mary Ellen Griffin Hyatt Regency Princeton NJM Insurance Group The Parish of Saint Mary, Colts NeckV.J. Scozzari & Sons, Inc. Margaret and Pat Walsh

(at time of printing)

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Six-year old Marina Gomez, part of the family being recognized with this year’s Client Achievement Award, shows her gratitude.

the Following Sponsorships are Still available (at time of printing):

Cocktail Sponsor, Print/Mail/Auction Sponsor, Video Sponsor (partial — $6,000 sold) Archangel, Guardian Angel and Angel Sponsors