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CONTENTS CM’s January 2021 Issue

at a Glance

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF C A R O LY N B U R T N I C K CREATIVE DIRECTOR L O R I D O N N E L LY

ART DIRECTOR E R I C A PA R K E R

COVER STORY Jeremy Grunin’s Rising Tide

SENIOR DESIGNER OLIVIA M A Z ANEC MARKETING & FEATURE DIRECTORS L I L I A N N PA R A S C AT H Y PA D I L L A GRAPHIC DESIGN ASSISTANT A LY S S A S I R I C O CONTRIBUTING WRITERS SUSAN MURPHY SHANNA POLIGNONE HOPE DANIEL S DONNA BERIONT PHOTOGRAPHY C A R M E L A C A R A C A P PA TOM Z AP CIC SOCIAL MEDIA + DIGITAL CONSULTANT M AT T A N D E R S O N

Meet Your Neighbor: Kyle Ward

Sisters Changing the World through Education: Kristina Rems and Alexandra Cruz

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Kristina Rems & Alexandra Cruz By: Cathy Padilla

When meeting ordinary people doing extraordinary work, I’m always reminded of the story of the starfish. You’ve probably read it as well. The little boy is walking along the sand littered with thousands of beached starfish and throwing some back in the ocean. An old man questions why he would bother to help a few when there’s no way he can help them all, telling the boy his efforts don’t matter. The little boy, picking up another starfish and casting it into the water, tells the old man, “It mattered to that one.” After a medical mission to Uganda, Alexandra Cruz, PharmD, sponsored a child and changed her life forever. Seeing the tangible results of her sister’s work, Kristina Rems, a teacher in Fair Haven who lives in Red Bank with her husband Jack and her dog Milo, sponsored a child as well. Almost immediately 14 other friends and family members decided to help. Last summer Kristina traveled to Uganda with Alex to meet the sixteen children they and their friends sponsor, finding their lives completely changed but also seeing many other children in desperate need. Upon returning home, the sisters partnered with Waves of Health, the original organization Alex traveled with, to form Waves of Education. Here is their story and

how you can help, because once you read what they’re doing you’ll know how much it matters. CM: Where did the idea for Waves of Education start? Kristina: Waves of Education started in 2018 when Alex went on a medical mission to Kavule, Uganda, a fishing village, with the non-profit organization Waves of Health. On this mission, Alex met a six-year-old girl named Kevin whose mother abandoned her when she was only a year old, whose dad was a 75-year-old alcoholic, and who was essentially neglected (having ringworm and being severely malnourished) before being put into the care of a social worker named Sister Bernadette. Despite the fact that Alex and Kevin did not speak the same language and the only way they could formally communicate was through a translator, they formed a strong bond by taking selfies with Alex’s phone, smiling and laughing together, and simply being in each other’s presence. By the end of the trip, Alex was so moved by Kevin and her story that she asked Sister Bernadette if there was any way that she could help Kevin. Sister Bernadette’s immediate response was sponsoring Kevin to go to boarding school which would give Photo: Kristina Rems (left) and Alexandra Cruz (Credit: Sarah Agliata)

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her access to a quality education essentially bettering her life. At the price of a small coffee each day, Alex happily agreed to sponsor Kevin and afford her this opportunity. Since beginning to sponsor Kevin three years ago, Kevin is now thriving. She speaks fluent English, is well cared for, and most importantly is happy. CM: Why start your own non-profit? Kristina: Seeing how these children were thriving, but also seeing how many other children do not have access to a quality education, Alex and I knew that we needed to do more. After numerous late night talks and a lot of thought, we asked Waves of Health if they would be willing to partner with us and help us build a primary school in Uganda, thus creating Waves of Health’s new initiative Waves of Education. CM: What is your mission? Kristina: Waves of Education’s mission is to expand access to quality education to the children of Uganda. Our vision is to empower a marginalized community to become self-sustainable and offer a way out of extreme poverty. Our current goal is to raise $150,000, which will enable us to build a seven room primary schoolhouse in a remote area in central Uganda. We have partnered with Waves of Health’s in-country partner, The Little Sisters of St. Francis, to do so. By building this school, we would be helping educate a community and assisting them in becoming self- sufficient as well as self- sustainable. Research has proven that having access to a quality education reduces poverty, improves health, and can empower a community. We hope that through this initiative we are giving people a chance to better their lives and the lives of generations to come.

CM: What sets you apart from others doing what you do? Kristina: Our passion for the cause and bond with the people of Uganda really is what sets us apart. We have not been able to ignore the firsthand extreme poverty that we have seen in this country and will work tirelessly to better as many lives as we can. We have a trusted as well as respected in-country partner who is equally excited for this opportunity to work together and we are confident that every dollar raised will be used for this project. CM: What is your next goal beyond the $150,000? Kristina: Our overall goal is empowerment. Once we have built the primary school, we would like to build a secondary school so that the students have a place to go once they complete their primary education and their education doesn’t stop. With time, we are also hoping to provide vocational training for community members and help support them as they get their businesses started. CM: What is the most challenging part of what you do? Kristina: The most challenging part is knowing that we can’t help everyone. Being in Uganda and seeing the conditions that some of the people live in is heart wrenching. We wish that there was a way for us to help every person in need, but what we keep telling ourselves is that even though we aren’t able to help everyone we are helping as many people as we can and that by doing so we are making a difference. CM: Do you have a favorite quote or mantra? Kristina: She believed she could, so she did. Alex: Be the change you wish to see in the world.

CM: Who has most influenced your career or life? Kristina: My family has definitely had the most influence CM: Why the focus on education? on my career and also my life. They have always believed Kristina: We know how impactful a quality education can in me and supported me. My husband, parents, and sister be on a person’s life. We have seen firsthand how educa- in particular have been my rocks through everything and tion creates opportunities and empowers/inspires people have taught me how to be resilient as well as how to perto better their lives and strive to reach their full potential. severe in the face of challenge. As Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the greatest Alex: I have been most influenced by my family who has weapon that can be used to change the world” and this always valued helping others and making a difference statement is something that we both wholeheartedly be- wherever/whenever you can. lieve in. CM: How are you progressing with your goal? CM: Why Uganda? Kristina: Since launching our initiative mid- November, Kristina: Although Uganda has made great progress in we have been able to raise $40,000 with the support of reducing countrywide poverty, it still remains one of the our friends and family. We can’t achieve our goal without poorest nations in the world. Unfortunately, basic needs you. Please consider joining our cause and giving the gift are not met and there is no relief in sight. After visiting of education to those most in need. Uganda and seeing so many children who aren’t able to attend school, we knew that what so many of these children For more information, visit, WavesOfEducation.org need is hope and something to believe in and through education we believe that we can provide them with both.

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47th Annual Joshua Huddy Gala Honored Christopher D. Maher

Carol Stillwell, President and CEO of Stillwell-Hansen, Inc.; Frank Brusco, owner of Patricia’s of Holmdel; and Assemblywoman Serena DiMaso.

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By Susan Murphy This year the 47th Annual Joshua Huddy Gala was held virtually in November at the Navesink Country Club in Red Bank. The recipient of this year’s Distinguished Citizenship Award was Christopher D. Maher, Chairman, President and CEO of OceanFirst Bank. Carol Stillwell, Gala Chair and 2019 Joshua Huddy Award recipient, opened the event. She thanked everyone in attendance for their support and asked them to assist in the evening’s challenge, which was to raise an additional $40,000 in order to keep the scouting program going. The scouts from Troop 111 then led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance and the opening ceremonies. CEO of Monmouth Council Boy Scouts of America Michael Mahon shared, “There are over 8,000 scouts in Monmouth and Middlesex counties supported by 4,000 volunteer leaders and we are very proud of our program.” He recognized Carol for her leadership of the committee. “Carol is one of the most giving people we have ever met. She helps everyone and she does it to the best of her ability.” President of Monmouth Council Boy Scouts of America Timothy J. Hogan explained, “Monmouth Council continues to have a rich heritage of service to youths and families teaching citizenship, character and leadership development and community service throughout central New Jersey. Utilizing Zoom meets, our scouts met virtually throughout this pandemic. Virtu-

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Photos: Tom Zapcic Photography al pinewood derby races were held, as well as virtual merit badge programs. Throughout it all, scouting has continued to help our community.” “This is one of the most prestigious awards in Monmouth County,” said the Honorable Joseph Kyrillos, Jr. “Chris has excelled in all spheres of his life. He is a terrific father and husband. And beyond his work at OceanFirst, Chris serves on the boards for Monmouth University; Hackensack Meridian Health; Helen Keller Services for the Blind; and is a Director of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia. His greatest contribution to Monmouth County, to the state, is his leadership as Chairman of the CEO of OceanFirst Bank.” Christopher Maher took the podium and shared, “Scouting taught me that citizenship is a responsibility and not a privilege. That leadership is an obligation to bring people together and protect them. Leadership is not about exercising power. If you believe these things and want to develop the young men and woman with similar ideals, then support scouting and support the Monmouth Council.” Carol Stillwell closed the formal portion of the event by addressing Maher. “In my journey that I have shared with you over the last 10 years, you have given back in so many ways. I think the greatest gift is the gift of your time. You do it from your heart. For me personally, I want to say thank you for the journey.”

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Legalizing marijuana for adult recreational use was recently passed decisively by New Jersey voters. Those in favor based their decisions on a wide variety of considerations. Some were convinced by the social justice implications of decriminalization; others prefer regulation in order to ensure the safety of the cannabis products. And a third very real consideration was the financial revenue that legalization will generate for the state and municipalities. No matter where you stand on the issue, the effects will be felt. With new laws come many myths, uncertainties, fears, and questions. CM recently met with Charles J. Messina, Esq. of the Genova Burns law firm, one of the leading experts in this new area of the law.

CM: How long do you estimate it will be before dispensaries are up and running? Charles J. Messina, Esq. (CJM): Well first, there are 13 dispensaries already in NJ serving the 95,000+ medical patient population. Once those existing Alternative Treatment Centers (ATCs) with dispensaries are able to demonstrate to the Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) that they have satisfied the medical needs of their patients and have municipal approval, these dispensaries will be the first to sell to adults 21 and over. But most folks who ask me this question are curious about future adult-use retail stores. I could go on about what might go wrong to slow down a projected timeline and why building up the medical program will likely be the focus of the CRC at first...here’s the short answer: you can expect to see recreational retail stores open no earlier than the end of this year, and more realistically in early 2022.

CM: How will the locations for the cannabis dispensaries be decided? CJM: You can apply for a license to be located in any municipality in NJ, though you have to ultimately get the town’s approval for your desired location. So if the town doesn’t want a retail facility, for example, then there is nothing you, the CRC, or even Governor Murphy can do to change that decision. CM: What types of licenses are involved and what is the general approval process? CJM: There are six main types of licenses you can apply for: (1) cultivator, (2) manufacturer, (3) wholesaler, (4) distributor, (5) retailer (this is the license for the dispensaries you asked about, which may include a cannabis consumption lounge as part of the store) and (6) delivery licenses. You can also apply as a “microbusiness” for any of these license types. Similar to the last two medical marijuana application rounds for licensure in 2018 and 2019 (where our law firm represented applicants), there will be multiple categories for the CRC to consider in the approval process such as your team’s collective experience, financing, a security plan, community involvement and the like. CM: Can you explain more about microbusinesses; does it work like a microbrewery license and give those less experienced a better shot? CJM: Absolutely, and that’s a good analogy. I see this as preventing mega-companies from dominating the NJ marketplace, especially because at least 25% of the total number of licenses in each class are supposed to be reserved solely for microbusinesses. “Microbusiness” is defined in the new legislation as a person or entity with business operations that employ no more than ten employees. The application relat-

ed fees should be less, and there won’t be caps on the number of licenses awarded for micro-growers. Similar to a microbrewery license, there are other limitations too. For instance, you can’t operate a cannabis establishment that occupies more than 2,500 square feet, process more than 1,000 cannabis plants each month, or acquire more than 1,000 pounds of cannabis in dried form for retail, resale, or processing each month. CM: Does the law allow for growing marijuana at home? CJM: Not yet... CM: What is the projected state revenue? CJM: Some are projecting up to nearly a billion in revenue over the next three years. Massachusetts is a good example because it only legalized adult use sales at the end of 2018. Last I read, they had already eclipsed $1 billion in total cannabis sales since then, and more than $539 million in cannabis purchases just this year alone, with shutdowns and all. And that’s not including the ancillary businesses economically benefiting from the plant. Then you compare this with NJ, which has a population of more than 9 million people, and how close it is in proximity to states like NY, PA and Delaware that presently have no recreational marketplace and are not yet competitors in this business. CM: What about taxes, and will the revenue be ear-marked for special programs? CJM: To start, towns that permit these businesses will be permitted to charge a local tax of up to 2%. They’ll be able to spend this revenue as they wish. Considering how significantly COVID-19 has bludgeoned municipal budgets, I am already hearing of several conservative towns doing an aboutCONTINUED >

face on welcoming this green rush. There will also be a social equity excise fee, and cannabis products will be subject to NJ’s sales tax. This revenue will go towards things like administering the cannabis program, local training costs for police officers, and financial assistance to “impact zones” and qualifying residents. CM: Since marijuana is a banned substance under federal law, how does that affect cannabis entrepreneurs? CJM: It results in barriers to entry that traditional businesses don’t have to deal with. This includes the lack of options with respect to federal-backed banking, financing, and insurance. There are a number of tax obstacles too, such as Section 280E of the federal tax code which prohibits plant-touching businesses from deducting ordinary business expenses.

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Meet Your Neighbor

By LiliAnn Paras

Monmouth County is filled with creative people, and musician Kyle Ward fits right in here, where he lives with his parents Lynne and Hugh, his sister Maddie, and dog Ziggy in Rumson. After attending Rumson-Fair Haven High School, Kyle continued his education at Berklee College of Music in Boston. He recently collaborated with fellow Rumson resident, Siobhan Fallon Hogan, on her original film, RUSHΣD, serving as assistant sound engineer and composing four original songs. Although he enjoyed a small acting part, music is definitely Kyle’s passion and at age 24, he already is a multifaceted accomplished musician. Meet Kyle Ward: performer, music teacher, producer, and composer.

Lord-Alge, owner of Mix LA, who has produced for great artists such as Green Day, Muse, Bruce Springsteen, Keith Urban CM: When did you first become interested in music? and so many others. I was the assistant sound engineer and Kyle Ward (KW): When I was around eight years old, my para composer for RUSHΣD, and the four songs I composed for ents had a party in the backyard. I sneaked out of my room to watch the hired band and got hooked on the guitar player, the movie earned IMDb credits. I want to immerse myself in Dave Miller, who later became my first teacher. But even at writing to picture: film, television, advertising, podcasts…all of an earlier age my dad always had classic rockers playing in our the above! I will be composing the music for Fallon Hogan’s house and my mom attended a music class with me when I next film and I also write to picture for an Atlantic Highlands was only two years old. My dad took me to a Van Halen con- company called Two River Pictures. cert at a young age and that sealed the deal! CM: Besides your original music, what music do you most enjoy? KW: I think my favorite music at this point is modern metal CM: How are you currently involved with music? and classic rock. I love bands such as Asking Alexandria, Pink KW: I am a performer specializing in guitar (but also play bass Floyd and Fleetwood Mac. My favorite guitarist is Jason Richand drums fluently) and sing back-up and harmonies. I play ardson. with many acoustic partners and also with full electric bands. I

have been a member of several bands, including my first band, Ardvark Smile; Sam Sims Band; Guilty Pleasure; Pam McCoy and Familiar Faces; Lisa Bouchelle and The Bleu; and The Rachel Ana Dobken Band. I also performed on the main stage at the NAMM Show in Anaheim, California with the WimBash All Stars, a super group formed by Living Colour bassist Doug Wimbish. I teach instrumental lessons privately and have taught lessons and managed bands through Lakehouse Music and Rockin Music Academies. I mentor young artists and have interned at Eventide Audio. Besides performing and teaching, I put a lot of time and energy into writing and production and right now that is my main focus. CM: What is your creative process for production and writing? KW: When I am writing I have to be in a relaxed mindset where I can zone everything out and totally concentrate on the mix to hear every sound. I cannot be distracted by my phone, the television or any other noises. I produce music for myself and my customers and have played on and produced approximately 20 songs since the lockdown. The genres include rock, pop, hip-hop, electronic, country, metal, instrumental, and more. Following Berklee I studied with legendary mix engineer Chris

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CM: What are your next goals? KW: One goal is to be 100% confident with my own ear, in my own production decisions, and to know my equipment inside and out. I want my production and mixing skills to be second nature, just like playing my guitar. I want people to notice and acknowledge my mixes and want to work with me because of the sound I can create. Another goal is to be the “go to place”, a one-stop shop for all music production needs. I can play all the instruments, sing back-ups, produce, mix and master, help with distribution, publishing and album art, and more! I’m getting closer and closer to my goals with each song I produce. CM: Your philosophy? KW: Control what you can control. Don’t wait for something big to come along- take what you can, work hard, work your way up, and do your own thing. I am grateful for my supportive family, my education, my customers, and for the people I collaborate with. Visit kylewardproductions.com, Instagram: kyleward27 or contact Kyle Ward at kylewardmusic1@gmail.com.

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Fair Haven Hosts Annual Turkey Trot The 7th annual Fair Haven Turkey Trot was a festive but smaller affair than previous years with rain and overcast conditions giving way to sunshine by the finish on Thanksgiving morning. Families and individuals came out for the trot and contributed dozens of toy donations for the U.S. Marines’ Toys for Tots drive at Fair Haven Fields. The customary crowdsourced hot cocoa and snacks were absent to minimize interpersonal contact.

Left to right: Fair Haven Councilman Christopher Rodriguez, Jacqueline Braceland (second place, women’s), Megan Elgrim (first place, women’s), Brody Henrikson (first place, men’s), Kevin Medrow (second place, men’s), and former US Marine and Fair Haven Councilman Michael McCue

The annual race and toy drive were supported by dozens of local families with contributions to the event who supplied race essentials and toys for those less fortunate this holiday season. The annual tradition is hosted at no cost for its participants and takes full advantage of the wonderful park setting. All of the participants are looking forward to a more traditional trot in 2021.

Rumson Garden Club Held Annual Christmas Greens Workshop Try as it may, the COVID grinch couldn’t steal Rumson Garden Club’s 2020 Christmas Greens Workshop. For 90 years, Rumson Garden Club (RGC), a member club of Garden Club of America, has held its annual Christmas Greens Workshop to spread holiday cheer and help local non-for-profits deck their halls. Since its inception in 1930, the Christmas Greens Workshop’s boughs of holly, boxwood, magnolia, pine and spruce are clipped from members’ properties and brought to Bingham Hall. There the members gather to create evergreen centerpieces, embellish wreaths, stuff candy into bags and to herald the start of the holiday season. The wreaths, table pieces and candy bags are ferried to local non-forprofit. Like Santa’s sleigh, nothing, not even a pandemic, could stop RGC’s dedication to providing seasonal decorations to charities and civic organizations. This year, the workshop co-chairs Robbyn O’Neill and Melanie Landers

The smaller group worked hard to supply over 100 decorated wreaths and beautiful centerpieces to Allaire Rehabilitation, Parker Family Clinic, Love Inc., Allen House, History House on Sandy Hook Park, King James Care Center, Meridian Health Care Center, Rumson Borough Hall, Oceanic Public Library, Lunch Break, and the Boys & Girls Clubs in Red Bank. RGC members filled the Oceanic Public Library window boxes with seasonal greenery. In spite of the smaller work crew, there was much creativity, talent, camaraderie and good spirits to go around.

Left to right: Christmas Greens Co-Chair Robbyn O’Neill, RGC President Maya Speelmans, and Christmas Greens Co-Chair Melanie Landers

thoughtfully altered the format with scheduled shifts of smaller groups to allow masked club members to safely decorate wreaths and centerpieces.

“It’s bittersweet this year,” said Maya Speelmans, RGC president. “While it’s great fun to be a part of Christmas Greens Workshop, we miss the company of members working together side by side. But it’s good to know we are enhancing the community’s holiday spirit.” Rumson Garden Club is a member of Garden Club of America. For more information visit rumsongardenclubnj.org.

RFH Football Players Celebrate Accomplishments with Early College Commitments Four Rumson-Fair Haven student-athletes, all football players who have played integral roles in the program’s success, made their college choices official by signing Letters of Intent to continue their academic and athletic careers at colleges and universities all on the East Coast for the upcoming school year. While the signing day looked different than usual, the athletes and their families donned their new colors and celebrated their hard work both in the classroom and on the sports field at their homes. Massachusetts will become the new home to two Bulldogs in the fall as Ryan Ruane 20

and James Smith will look to make an impact on the fields at College of the Holy Cross in Worcester and Merrimack College in North Andover, respectively. Patrick Jamin will make the move further north when he becomes a panther at Middlebury College in Vermont where he’ll show off his abilities on both the football and lacrosse teams. John Volker will stay close to home when he takes his exceptional talents to Princeton University. These athletes will join countless others from RFH that have and are currently making a name for themselves in the NCAA. Congratulations, Dawgs!

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Local Hockey Team Donates to Lunch Break Governor Murphy signed an executive order to pause all indoor practices and competitions for youth sports from December 5, 2020 through January 2, 2021 – but that didn’t stop a local hockey team from coming together and doing good. The Red Bank Generals Pee Wee AA team donated hams to Lunch Break on December 13, 2020. The idea was brought to the team by a player’s parent, Gina Costello. “Since the boys couldn’t be together on the ice, I thought they could continue with their teamwork by helping out the local community,” said Costello. “Our neighbors are in need more than ever, and it was heartwarming to see the Generals in the giving spirit.” Lunch Break freely provides food, clothing, life skills and fellowship to those in need in Monmouth County and beyond. To donate or to learn more, visit lunchbreak.org.

Pictured are the Red Bank Generals Pee Wee AA team in front of the Red Bank Armory before dropping their donations off to Lunch Break – back row, left to right: Coach Yves Heroux, Michael Schneitzer, Brendan Costello, Brayden Severini, Dylan Vislocky, Michael Russomano, Sasha Saks, Corrado DiFiore, Owen Montgomery – kneeling, left to right: Greg Bonzcek, Jacob Fisch, Reid McConville, Vinny Baldari, Sasa Geise, Ryan Burtnick – not pictured: Sienna DeAngelis, Will Gulden, and Brady Johnson.

Monmouth County SPCA Receives Second $25,000 Grant for Community Cats The Monmouth County SPCA received a $25,000 grant in order to fund TNR (Trap, Neuter, Return) in its surrounding communities. The first grant was awarded in 2019, and with the hard work and meticulous reporting on the funds, the shelter was awarded a second grant in 2020. The awarding of this grant is unprecedented for shelters in New Jersey and the Monmouth County SPCA is proud to be the first organization to receive it, not once –but twice. The securing of the grants is largely attributed to the hard work of Senator Vin Gopal, who recognizes the value of the shelter’s community programs. “As the Executive Director of the MCSPCA, I am thrilled that our organization, with the help of Senator Gopal, has forged this road with regards to the community cat issue. Government partnerships with animal welfare organizations, like the MCSPCA, are the right formula to effectively and humanely bring community cats under control. Both the public and the cats will benefit from such an alliance,” said Ross Licitra.

“I am happy the state renewed grant funding for MCSPCA’s TNR program. This program is the most humane way to control feral cats, to make sure they are fed and cared for, and to ensure they cause less trouble in municipalities,” Senator Vin Gopal said (D-Monmouth). “With this funding in place, the MCSPCA can work to significantly decrease the feral cat population in Monmouth County over the years, and simultaneously help save the lives of animals.” The grant has already funded the TNR of 229 outdoor cats, preventing thousands of new cats from being born in the wild over the next several years. With the help of public figures like Senator Vin Gopal, the quality of life for our New Jersey cats, and all animals, will continue to improve.

The Monmouth County SPCA is the leader in the state for addressing the feral cat population through TNR and can continue to grow the program thanks to donations and grants. Every cat trapped is spay/neutered, microchipped and vaccinated, both decreasing the population by preventing breeding and overall giving the cats a healthier, more enjoyable life. After being assessed, cats deemed feral are returned to the community to live in managed colonies while “friendly” stray cats are put up for adoption at the shelter. Ross Licitra, Executive Director, Monmouth County SPCA with Senator Vin Gopal

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Using Philanthropy to Drive Economic Excellence By Jeanne Wall Publisher and Editor TAPinto Holmdel, Colts Neck & Middletown

he name Jeremy Grunin was hardly known in Monmouth County five years ago. Today, there is hardly anyone who doesn’t know Jeremy. He is President of the Grunin Foundation and is leading the organization to make significant impact in Monmouth and Ocean Counties, improving the quality of life for all members of our community, and using philanthropy to drive economic excellence. To date, the Grunin Foundation has invested $23 million in the Central Jersey Shore, with another $15 million committed. Some of the more recent highlights are its $2 million gift to Count Basie Center for the Arts for The Grunin Arts and Educa-

tion Building, a hub for research, nonprofit collaboration, arts education, and a cutting-edge performance space; a $3 million gift to Hackensack Meridian Health Meridian Health Foundation, to create patient care technician and apprenticeship programs; and a $3 million gift to Monmouth Medical Center for the Linda Grunin Simulation Lab and Learning Center. This is a joint partnership between Monmouth University and Monmouth Medical Center. The Linda Grunin Sim Lab provides stateof-the-art training to Monmouth Medical Center’s medical staff and first responders. There are many more projects and partnerships that you can find on the Grunin Foundation’s website (gruninfoundation.org). In addition to running the Grunin

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Foundation, Jeremy serves in leadership roles on many nonprofit boards. He is the Chairman of Count Basie Center for the Arts, Past Chairman of Fulfill, and is a Trustee of the Center for Non-Profits. He is also a board member of the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County, Jersey Shore Medical Center Foundation, Meridian Health Foundation, Arts Ed NJ, and Monmouth University – and that’s just to name a few. Jeremy isn’t one to sit back and watch – he plays an active role in everything he does. He motivates others and moves initiatives forward, always in a collaborative way. He wants success for the organizations he serves. Jeremy is a connector and brings people to the table who can implement growth initiatives and help the orga-

nization thrive. He never pauses in driving economic excellence at the Central Jersey Shore. We had the opportunity to meet with Jeremy at his Red Bank office on Bridge Avenue. He also has an office in Toms River. The Red Bank building has a bit of a SoHo feel to it with living space above the office. It’s a quick walk to the restaurant and brewery down the street, dessert shop a few doors over, or Two River Theater across the street. Jeremy is curious and focused. He is someone who has vast knowledge but always wants to learn more. He is steadfast in his mission and speaks passionately to it - off the cuff and right on message. To get to know Jeremy is to realize that he is as real as it gets…he will tell you exactly how it is. Where did you grow up, and what was childhood like for you? Jeremy Grunin: I grew up an only child in Toms River. My father (Jay) and late mother (Linda) met at NYU Law School. My dad grew up in Brooklyn and my mom in Long Branch. They moved to Ocean County in 1970 and I was born in 1973. My parents had a busy private law practice in town and worked long hours, so my maternal grandparents helped raise me to a large extent. While I was not a child who got everything he wanted, I did not lack anything I needed. We ate in restaurants three times a week, which was a treat, but my parents really didn’t believe in buying things like toys. I was not the kid that got the Big Wheel or even the Star Wars action figures – instead, I read The New York Times! My mom practiced matrimonial law and my father, real-estate law. It just so happened that in the 1980s, Ocean County was the second fastest-growing county in the country behind Orange County, California. Real estate was booming, and this kept my dad busy with an average of seven to eight real estate closings a day. My parents did very well and invested every dollar into the stock market. Simultaneously, they were landowners in Toms River, and were successful with that as well. I never realized we had money. I went to Toms River High School East for my first two years then transferred to Lakewood

Prep in Howell. I then tried college at Rutgers, for a cup of coffee...I was not cut out for it. I left college, then left Toms River and moved to Middlesex County, where I stayed for about 20 years. Were your parents upset you left college? What happened over the 20 years in Middlesex County? Jeremy Grunin: My parents originally offered me a new car if I did NOT begin college – that’s how well they knew I was not cut out for it. I did well in school, but I never studied. So no, they were neither upset nor shocked about that. I moved out and had nothing except an old, used car I bought with money from my grandparents. I was living in a frat house in Trenton, but I was not in a fraternity. I had no money and needed to pay my rent. I had to get a job, so I became a waiter at Olive Garden. I was the absolute worst waiter, dropping items on people, losing my balance – you name it. My low point was when I spilled drinks all over everyone at a table, and they left my tip in a full glass of water. It was bad. Olive Garden was in a plaza right next to Nobody Beats the Wiz. I used to go to the Wiz all the time and just like every 19-yearold kid, I dreamed about buying all of the great electronics. A friend worked there who eventually convinced me to apply. I left Olive Garden and during my first year at the Wiz, I made over $100,000 because as it turned out, I was great at sales. In 1993, I was making a good living because of the commission, and was offered a promotion to management. I was now a 20-year-old manager at the Wiz, making LESS money with a salary of only $28,000. However, on some level, I was mature enough to realize a management position was better for my future because I knew I wasn’t going to stay in that position forever. So, then what was next for the 20-something Jeremy? Jeremy Grunin: In 1997, I got a new job as the youngest general manager at CompUSA. I was running a $52 million store in Edison. We had 120 employees and I was doing great. Retail paid differently then. And I met my now ex-wife at that job. We married when I was 27 and she was 21. Although we are no longer married today, she is my best

friend and our three children (two girls and a boy who are now teenagers) are my greatest accomplishment. I was focused on balancing my career and raising a young family. After CompUSA, I began working at Circuit City. I became a district manager and worked in NYC and NJ. Eventually, I left and became a district manager for Borders Books, running their Philadelphia locations.

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What lessons did you learn, and hurdles did you overcome during that time? Jeremy Grunin: I went through a rough patch in 2008. In order to pay my bills, I had to supplement my full-time job by throwing papers for The Star Ledger. Then, the worst came in 2011 when I got laid off from my full-time job at Borders. My wife was home taking care of the kids and I was scared. My full-time job became looking for a full-time job. Every day I woke up totally stressed about money and searching for a job. CONTINUED >

I was unemployed for several weeks, and finally ended up getting a job as a director for NY Sports Club, where I successfully ran 40 health clubs in NY and NJ - which is funny because I’m not the poster for physical fitness. My pitch when I interviewed for the job was “I’m your client, I’m your members, I’m the everyday person. I know how to talk to your customers.” I also had a success story to speak about, because I was once 330 pounds and had gastric-bypass surgery. So, at that point in 2013, I was 100 pounds lighter and could relate to others wanting to achieve a similar goal. I was working again, and my wife was a labor and delivery nurse. We were back on our feet. We were your regular everyday soccer parents, raising young kids. Life was good. 2013 is not that long ago. Where’s the jump from NY Sports Club executive and soccer fields, to philanthropist and Grunin Foundation? Jeremy Grunin: Well, in 2013 I got a call from my dad. He was very upset and told me that he and my mom needed me to come home. Unfortunately, my mother had a brain event which caused her to fall and hit her head. She never fully recovered. My dad asked me to move back to town and help him with the family business. My then wife and I had a very significant decision to make. We eventually packed up and moved into a home on the same street as my parents, and I started to work with my dad who was focusing a lot on taking care of my mom. How did the Grunin Foundation come about? Jeremy Grunin: The Foundation existed but had no real name. No one knew who we were. Our idea was that I would run the Foundation, establish our brand, and make a splash. We hired our first executive director and started off geo-focused in Toms River. We then trickled into Ocean County but had an eye on Monmouth County as well. We expanded into Monmouth County just three years ago and that grew very quickly. Recently, we went through a rebranding process to re-establish and redirect

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how we are viewed in the state and beyond and rolled it out last year. Going through the process brought us closer together as a Foundation, too. I could not ask for a better team. We are only as good as our team and fortunately, we have a really great one. Grunin Foundation is now donating millions of dollars to nonprofits and charities in Monmouth County. Looking beyond the mission statement of “improving the quality of life for all members of our community by using philanthropy to drive economic excellence at the Central Jersey Shore.” What then is the driver of the Grunin Foundation? Jeremy Grunin: People think everyone has an ulterior motive. I like putting it right out there. I like transparency. It is one of our core values as a Foundation and also one of mine, personally. No one knew who we were seven years ago. The whole point of the Foundation was to build a name and reputation, to enable us to get a seat at the table with the right people. These discussions open doors to investments to help us make more money through our for-profit arm of our family of organizations – Grunin Holdings (gruninproperties.com). I want to do better, and I want everyone else to do better at the same time. The profits earned through Grunin Holdings enable Grunin Foundation to invest that money back into Monmouth and Ocean Counties. And more investing into the community benefits everyone. So goes the saying: “A Rising Tide Lifts all Boats.” Talk to me about your passion for lifting the arts.

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Jeremy Grunin: Arts is a means to an end. I believe the arts and exposure to the arts open up the minds of children and build creativity. The arts help kids become more creative and better problem solvers. We are building the executives of tomorrow. Most of them will have careers we don’t even know about yet. Think about it – there was a time when we didn’t know what Google or Facebook were. The arts help make minds more flexible, dynamic, and open to new learning. Arts and education represent two incredibly important pillars in our Foundation’s commitment to driving economic excellence. Investments in this space, such as our work with Count Basie Center for the Arts, is something we are really excited about. As the former Chairman of Fulfill, can you talk about the importance of the organization. Jeremy Grunin: Fulfill is an amazing organization. What a lot of folks don’t realize is that most of the people coming to food banks are the working poor that just can’t get over the hump. Many are working 60 hours a week and have to decide whether they will pay their electric bill or buy food. Most of America is one paycheck away from being heavily in debt or in financial trouble, and that’s reality. We still have people who can’t pay for healthcare, can’t afford a car, and sadly can’t afford food. Fulfill is great at shining a light on food insecurity and what that really means. Talk about the community purpose of the Grunin Foundation and the infrastructure.

Jeremy Grunin: Grunin Foundation advocates for businesses and nonprofits to work together in a thriving community where everyone has access to an abundance of exemplary arts, education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. The Grunin Foundation is driving economic excellence at the Central Jersey Shore by assisting with capacity building for non-profits. That is a large part of what we do. We don’t just hand money out. We work to provide nonprofits and nonprofit leaders with the tools, knowledge, and support to accelerate their impact. There needs to be a plan for impact. We learned the hard way by gifting money to an organization that did not have the infrastructure in place to utilize the funding properly. We realized that we needed to help organizations cut through the noise to become more effective. So, we eventually created Grunin Capacity and the Catapult Institute, to help nonprofits in this area in addition to just providing funds. At the next Monmouth Park Charity Kentucky Derby event in May, you will be honored. What do you like best about Monmouth Park Charity Fund? Jeremy Grunin: Monmouth Park Charity has its heart in the right place, and it mobilizes the all-star roster of Monmouth County. It’s the cream of the crop in the philanthropic community and it’s the folks who make the impact. I like that they help as many nonprofits as they can. Being recognized by the Monmouth Park Charity is a real validation of the work we are doing in the community. And being able to come together and celebrate at Derby Day is an honor!

2020 was a challenging year to say the least. How has it impacted your stride and what did you do to pivot? Jeremy Grunin: Pivot is certainly the buzz word of 2020. When COVID-19 hit, we started with what would make the quickest impact – keeping sponsorship dollars in place even if events were cancelled, switching our Catapult Institute events to an online platform, funding Zoom accounts for local nonprofits for as long as we need to remain virtual and providing grants to nonprofit organizations on the frontlines during this health crisis. We provided a $500,000 grant to the major healthcare systems in Monmouth and Ocean Counties, allowing them to disperse the funds to their local hospitals as they saw fit. We also partnered with the Monmouth County Freeholders to open free COVID-19 testing sites in more densely populated, higher risk neighborhoods in Monmouth County. The effects of the pandemic on health and education were pretty obvious, but not everyone realizes the toll it’s taking on the arts sector – and how that trickles down to the economy and almost everything else in life. During the spring, I had a virtual meeting with colleagues in philanthropy and representatives from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation. From that meeting came the idea of establishing a fund to help ensure the survival of the state’s arts, cultural and historical sector during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. On behalf of

the Grunin Foundation, I put up the initial gift of $250,000 and the New Jersey Arts & Culture Recovery Fund was created. We are nearing $4 million and counting. The growth of this fund is crucial to the recovery and future sustainability of the sector. In addition to the health crisis, we have been actively listening to the racial justice and equity discussions going on in our community and the nation. We know we don’t have all the answers, but each of us at the Foundation is doing the work internally (both individually and as a team) to learn how we can be an effective part of the solution and help foster the dialogue within our communities, working towards a more just, equitable and inclusive society. What is next for the Grunin Foundation? Jeremy Grunin: We will continue to live our mission to improve the quality of life for all residents of the Central Jersey Shore and to drive economic excellence. We will listen to our nonprofits and our community and provide the support they need. We will continue learning and pledge to do the work to advance racial equity. The challenges we have faced in 2020 are only the tip of the iceberg, but we have an incredible community of nonprofits, business leaders and residents who enable us to do the work that we do. We are hopeful that we are heading towards a brighter, healthier, and more equitable future - together.

What’s a favorite evening out for you? Hobbies, books, etc? Jeremy Grunin: For an evening out, I enjoy entertainment. I would say a night in the city with a good restaurant, a Broadway show, drink at a bar afterwards…somewhere to listen to live music. I don’t have a lot of hobbies, I don’t normally binge-watch shows, except during the pandemic I binged a few seasons. I play Fantasy Football with my son. I enjoyed coaching soccer for my kids in the past. I never used to read many books, but I recently started reading a few. THE MONMOUTH COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS KICKED OFF THE COUNTY’S COVID-19 TESTING PROGRAM IN JULY 2020, IN COORDINATION WITH THE GRUNIN FOUNDATION (JEREMY GRUNIN, FAR LEFT), TO OFFER FREE TESTING IN DENSELY POPULATED MUNICIPALITIES THROUGHOUT THE COUNTY.

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If You Want To Keep Your Restraining Order… …don’t sleep with the defendant. In a recently reported Family Court case, Mary filed for a restraining order against John (fictitious names), claiming that he harassed and assaulted her when he grabbed her arm and “yanked it back forcefully” after she refused to have sexual intercourse with him. She also claimed that he pulled her hair and forcefully tried to kiss her. The judge found that John had, indeed, harassed and assaulted Mary and that a restraining order was necessary to protect her from future acts of domestic violence. Three years later, John filed a motion in which he asked the court to vacate the restraining order. John alleged that Mary was not afraid of him, that she did not require the protection of a restraining order, and that their relationship had changed since the order was originally entered. During a fifteen day trial which included testimony from Mary and John and Peter C. Paras

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numerous other witnesses, it was revealed that their relationship had changed. In fact, after the restraining order was entered, Mary and John engaged in an eight month long sexual relationship. An audio recording of at least one liaison provided graphic evidence to support John’s case. Mary admitted that she had sex with John because she trusted him. Testimony also revealed that Mary appeared at John’s door at least once dressed in only a raincoat and that she considered the restraining order to be like a loaded gun, wielding it for control. The court had to balance the primary purpose of the Prevention of Domestic Violence Act (PDVA), which is to protect victims of domestic abuse, against the abuse of the act itself by the victim. Quoting an earlier case, the court concluded that the PDVA “should not be distorted or trivialized by misuse.”

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At the conclusion of trial, the judge found that Mary did not objectively fear John and, therefore, did not require the protection of a restraining order. He went further by concluding that Mary had misused the statute and, therefore, had not acted in good faith in opposing John’s request to vacate the order. This case, like most, turned on its specific facts, the credibility of the witnesses, and the unique characteristics of this couple’s relationship. In other cases, sex with the defendant may not lead to the conclusion that the victim was not in fear of him. In fact, it may lead to the conclusion that the victim engaged in relations precisely because of fear. The facts of each case are unique and those unique facts can lead to different results. In this case, Mary lost her restraining order because she willingly slept with the defendant.

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The Monmouth Museum is seeking entries for its upcoming New Jersey Emerging Artists Series (NJEAS). The Monmouth Museum is committed to providing opportunities for New Jersey artists. NJEAS started in 2007 to give a platform to local artists who had yet to exhibit their work in a solo-show and to create a nurturing environment to develop their careers. Monmouth Museum has worked with more than 70 local artists since the program’s inception and it has become a popular staple at the museum.

arts, as it applies to all fields and disciplines. The Museum looks to thoughtfully engage a broad group of emerging artists and prioritize diversity in all areas including gender, age, background, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and the special needs community. By creating a platform and providing a voice to these diverse perspectives, the exhibitions and their workshops can provide an inclusive and interactive space for artistic exploration and support a collaborative environment for attendees.

Each New Jersey Emerging Artist Series consists of six-monthly solo exhibitions where artists are given a platform to exhibit their work, discuss their process in a gallery talk, and are guided through the stages of a solo exhibition including the installation of the show. Artists are also provided promotional material and an opening reception by the museum.

The Emerging Artist Series structure implements peer-reviewed selection processes and committee-based decision-making. The jurors are professional artists, curators, academics, and community members with a keen focus on diversity, creativity, and excellence.

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Deadline to submit is March 5, 2021. To see the prospectus and to submit, visit monmouthmuseum.com.

LADACIN Network receives $35,000 from OceanFirst Foundation in honor of Anita Kneeley On March 20, 2020, LADACIN Network lost a dear friend and life-long supporter, Anita M. Kneeley. Anita was a past Executive Director of LADACIN and an advocate for the Agency until her passing. Anita was also a long time Board member of the OceanFirst Foundation. In recognition of Anita’s legacy, OceanFirst Foundation presented a $35,000 gift to LADACIN Network to be used as follows: $10,000 to seed an Employee Appreciation/ Recognition Fund and $25,000 to create the Anita Kneeley Capital Improvement Fund to support the maintenance of LADACIN’s residential facilities. Additional charitable contributions have been made by the Kneeley Family and estate in honor of Mrs. Kneeley. Anita began her career with LADACIN Network as Executive Director in 1979, then known as United Cerebral Palsy of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, with 36 staff serving 125 children and adults with disabilities. Over the next 17 years under her leadership, LADACIN Network grew tremendously. Along with a visionary Board of Trustees, Mrs. Kneeley led her dedicated staff in transforming

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Gwendolyn Love, executive director of Lunch Break, will be presented the Human Dignity Award at annual YMCA Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. commemoration.

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The Y will present its Martin Luther King Jr. Human Dignity Award to Gwendolyn Love, Executive Director of Lunch Break. The award honors an individual who reflects Dr. King’s principles and ideals in philosophy and action. “Gwen Love is the perfect candidate this year,” said Event Chairman and Y board mem-

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Monmouth County-based FRA Serves People of All Ages with Developmental or Acquired DisAbilities. In a year that has been overshadowed with struggles and hardships surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, it has also been sprinkled with light, hope and PossAbilities through the work of one local nonprofit organization. As new realities set in, Family Resource Associates (FRA) in Red Bank has continuously adapted in order to serve people of all ages who have developmental or acquired disAbilities. From its own support staff to the families it serves, FRA has witnessed countless stories of lives that were touched over the last nine months through its various outreach initiatives. Before COVID-19, FRA was seeing more than 250 children from birth to three-years-old with developmental delays and disabilities each week in their homes and daycare centers. With social distancing in place, even services for babies have changed. “FRA’s team of 60 Early Intervention special-

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Lin Fong-O’Neill By LiliAnn Paras Lin Fong-O’Neill was born in China, raised in Hong Kong, and has lived in Colts Neck for more than 27 years and counting. Lin spent 33 years in the corporate world at J.P. Morgan Chase, managing global project implementation. She met her husband Ben there and in 1993, they moved to Colts Neck from New York with their son David, who is now married to Stephanie and has two daughters, Olivia and Catalina. A wonderful life together changed abruptly for Lin with the sudden passing of Ben last year. Fortunately, Lin has a myriad of interests, talents, and causes she supports which help her to cope with her new way of being in the world. She is an author of published children’s books, she paints, and she derives great satisfaction in using her creativity in ways to benefit others. She helps young readers learn empathy and kindness through her children’s books, addressing topics of diversity and acceptance. And as a life-long reader and fan of libraries, Lin chose the Colts Neck Friends of the Library (CNFOL) as a beneficiary of the proceeds of her book sales. CM met with Lin to learn about the inspiration for her books and paintings. CM: You moved to America when you were 17. What are some of the challenges you encountered? Lin Fong-O’Neill (LFO): Because I came from a protective environment, I was young, naïve and oblivious. It worked to my advantage in that I just soaked up every wonderful thing America had to offer. My family settled in Harlem. The diversity of the neighborhood shocked my parents but its colorfulness resonated with me.

CM: You have traveled extensively. What are some of your favorite places and why? LFO: I love to travel: from snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, wandering in the rain forests of Costa Rica, touring English castles in Wales, and admiring the 14th century Gothic cathedral in Majorca. I believe the wonders of the world can inspire us to accept diversity among people as well.

CM: What inspired you to write books for children? LFO: I always liked to write, love children, and am fascinated with art. Though transitioning from writing business memos to creative writing was a challenge, I was determined to tackle it after I left my corporate career. Being a master of multi-tasking, I decided to pen children’s stories, design illustrations with artists, and to write a monthly column (mostly life experience stories) for a Long Island magazine. The column ended after 15 years as COVID has forced the magazine to shut down recently.

CM: What are some of the other things you enjoy doing? LFO: I enjoy gardening, tennis, working out, bonding with girlfriends over lunch, meditating by my koi pond, and occasionally ballroom dancing, as well as aerial yoga. CM: Your philosophy? LFO: I believe in gratitude – I am grateful for every good thing and every true person that comes in my life and I give thanks continuously. I am an open book!

CM: What led you to focus on stories about diversity? LFO: I address cultural diversity because I embraced what I have learned dealing with it in my global role professionally, and in my personal life. Trust me, daring an interracial marriage at 19 was not a walk in the park, especially in my traditional family.

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CM: When did you begin to paint, and did you have formal training? LFO: I began in 2013, mostly self-taught, and I took classes regularly through the Monmouth Park System. My preferred medium is acrylic and my favorite subjects are buildings, animals, and people. CM: You recently donated all the proceeds from your paintings of homes to the CN Library. How did this idea come about? LFO: The first house I painted was as a thank you to a neighbor and friend. It took three years because I was painting on and off and in no hurry! I then painted other homes within a few months. With the isolation as a result of COVID, I thought it’s a great way to use my skill to paint the beloved homes of others, and the task serves as an outlet to channel my bottled creative energy.

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Monmouth Museum Board Member Michael Rubin (left) and Acting Executive Director Erika Hellstrom.

An independent, non-profit organization established in 1963 that presents changing art, history, and science exhibitions to educate and entertain while providing a destination for creative expression and lifelong learning to the diverse community it serves. The Impact 100 grant will bring personalized art pro gramming consistently to adults with special needs, providing therapeutic benefits during these uncertain times. The project, known as Making Art Possible! addresses the needs of adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, one of the most vulnerable populations in Monmouth County. Every other week for twelve months, customized art kits will be delivered to the group homes and residences of The Arc of Monmouth. At the end of twelve months, the program will be recognized with a community-based gallery exhibit, building confidence and breaking down societal perceptions of people with disabilities by showcasing their abilities and creativity in a public setting. “I am so excited for this transformational project and share our appreciation for the generosity of the Impact 100 Jersey Coast Members for selecting Making Art Possible!” said Erika Hellstrom, Acting Executive Director of the Monmouth Museum. For more information on Making Art Possible! or the Monmouth Museum, visit monmouthmuseum.org or email: art@ monmouthmuseum.org.

istries. As the runner-up finalist, American Littoral Society was also awarded $2,500 from OceanFirst Foundation, who was inspired by the impact of the night. “Although we see an uncertain future, we know that as a collective we are stronger together. This evening encapsulates what can happen when women unite together to pool our individual donations to help our community. We are truly Impact Strong!” commented Deirdre Spiropoulos, Impact 100 Jersey Coast President and Co-Founder.

Children & Families Grant Winner

HABcore

(L to R) Marta J Quinn, HABcore, Sr. Director of Development; Kathleen Mullarkey, HABcore President; Denise Liotta, Impact 100 Jersey Coast Impact Chair; and Sue Harbison, HABcore board member.

An organization that provides permanent housing and individualized support and helps homeless families, veterans, and individuals with special needs move through crisis to stability, giving them the opportunity to improve their lives. “It was an honor to work on the Impact 100 grant and have an opportunity to learn and grow from such a generous, supportive, and dedicated group of women,” said Kate Ryan, HABcore Grants Administrator. “The level of detail and thoroughness of the Impact 100 Jersey Coast to ensure integrity and fairness to the process is unmatched. HABcore is deeply grateful for the grant, and that Impact 100 acknowledges the importance of our Independence Pathways Program in transforming the lives of so many families who have experienced homelessness or might be facing homelessness in Monmouth County. $114,000 will indeed make a huge IMPACT.” The Independence Pathways Program combines affordable housing with coordinated services to help people struggling with chronic physical and mental health issues to maintain stable housing while receiving appropriate support and employment services. For more information, visit HABcore.org.

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Impacting Lives Impact 100 Grant Winners Receive $114,000 Each

Education Grant Winner

Aslan Youth Ministries

(L to R) Deirdre Spiropoulos, Impact 100 Jersey Coast President & Founder; Rowena Crawford-Phillips, Impact 100 Grants Committee, Chair; Denise Liotta, Impact Sponsor Coordinator; Craig Bogard and Lynn Ann Bogard, Founders of Aslan Youth Ministries.

Founded in 1975, the mission of Aslan Youth Ministries is to effect permanent change in the hearts and minds of at-risk youth residing in Red Bank, Long Branch, Asbury Park, and Neptune. By participating in afterschool and summer programs that incorporate supportive relationships and positive expectations for achievement and are targeted toward specific needs, students see improvement in their social skills, emotional development, and academics. “We owe our most heartfelt thanks to Impact 100 Jersey Coast for choosing Aslan as a 2020 grant recipient,” shared Founders Craig and Lynn Ann Bogard. “With this gift we will be able to hire our first-ever, full-time Volunteer & Resource Director. We know this is a major step in ensuring that Aslan will continue to serve children in need for the next 45 years. We are thankful beyond words for the wonderful work Impact 100 accomplishes!” For more information or to help, visit aslanyouth.org.

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Health & Wellness Grant Winner

Fulfill of Monmouth & Ocean Counties

Fulfill staff members with Impact 100 volunteers.

Dedicated to alleviating hunger and building food security in Monmouth and Ocean Counties, Fulfill’s vision is a food secure community where all people always have access to enough food to lead active and healthy lives. “Impact 100’s generous grant to Fulfill will help us feed hungry kids falling through the cracks during the pandemic in our own backyard. We will be able to serve 88,000 healthy meals to 450 children in need in Monmouth County, through an expansion of our Backpack Program and Kids’ Cafe After School Meals Program. The nutrition these kids will receive will give them a fighting chance to thrive. As such, the impact of this grant on their development and their lives overall is priceless,” said Fulfill CEO and President Kim Guadagno, the former Lieutenant Governor of New Jersey. The demand for food at Fulfill has increased by 40% since the pandemic hit our area. If anyone would like to donate or volunteer, please go to fulfillnj.org.

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