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Bergenites always show up to support their friends and neighbors—especially when help is needed most. 1
MAHWAH REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Mahwah Regional Chamber of Commerce (MRCC) welcomed new members to the organization at its annual luncheon at the Sheraton Mahwah Hotel. The MRCC also donated $1,750 to the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference— funds were raised during last year’s MRCC 5K Run. 5 MRCC welcomes new members. 6 Don Weise, Maureen Huggins, Paul Scarduffa
Visions Federal Credit Union, with branches throughout Bergen County, collected and donated toys and sports equipment to the Ridgewood YMCA. The Y will incorporate the new gear into its summer camp programs. 7 Visions Federal Credit Union staff prepares its donations for the YMCA.
BERGEN COUNTY AUDUBON SOCIETY The Bergen County Audubon Society recently donated $2,000 to the town of Secaucus, which 1 will use the funding to continue its bird nesting projects in the Meadowlands area. 1 Michael Gonnelli, Jennifer Schneider, Don Torino
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JUNIOR LEAGUE OF BERGEN COUNTY Members and friends of the Junior League of Bergen County (JLBC) gathered for a Designer Purse Bingo fundraiser to support the organization’s ongoing projects. The women’s group promotes volunteering and improving the community through action and leadership. 2–3 Event guests and organizers enjoy the bingo fundraiser.
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NJ SHARING NETWORK Volunteers from all over New Jersey crocheted more than 900 shawls and blankets to express gratitude and support for families of deceased organ and tissue donors. 4 NJ Sharing Network volunteers prepare shawls and blankets and add a personalized message with each package.
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IMMACULATE HEART ACADEMY Immaculate Heart Academy in Washington Township held its Hall of Fame induction ceremony at Seasons. 8 Barbara Fritsche, Lauretta Miller, Mary Ellen Dooley Nye, Lori and John Feery, Mary Ellen and Richard Offer, Rev. Donald K. Hummel, Serena Bocchino 9 JUNE 2022
Bergen Audubon Society (1), Junior League of Bergen County (2–3), Sharing Network (4), Mahwah Regional Chamber of Commerce (5–6), Ridgewood YMCA (7), Immaculate Heart Academy (8)
RIDGEWOOD YMCA
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