The Joseph Fund of Camden has announced three local business executives as chairs for the Annual Hand Up Gala, its signature event.
Susan Barrett, Rhonda Costello and James K. Wujcik
Susan Barrett, independent financial advisor; Rhonda Costello, executive vice president/chief retail officer, Republic Bank; and James K. Wujcik, Regional Director of Business Banking for Santander Bank will lead the charge for the highly anticipated Gala scheduled for Saturday, October 29 from 6:30- 11:30 p.m. at The National Constitutional Center in Philadelphia.
Barrett, of Haddon Township and Stone Harbor; Costello, of Mt. Laurel; and Wujcik, of Cinnaminson, currently serve as Board members for The Joseph Fund.
The festive, black-tie-optional affair, which attracted more than 350 guests last year, will feature dinner and dancing, live music by the fabulous “Motor City Revue,” a silent auction, amazing live auction and more. Hand Up Gala event proceeds will benefit those in need who seek affordable housing, homelessness services and a quality education.
The Hand Up Gala is based on the philosophy that giving people a “hand up” instead of a “hand out” has a much more profound impact on their lives – it builds self-determination and raises aspirations so that with a “hand up” anyone can soar.
“Approximately 3,500 of the most at-risk members of our community in nearby Camden find themselves in better circumstances thanks to the support of The Joseph Fund,” says Costello. “By supporting the Hand Up Gala, you become part of a solution to change life’s paths of individuals and families. All proceeds from this exciting event will continue to be invested in these programs which transform lives.”
The Joseph Fund is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting the missions of six Camden organizations that provide educational opportunities, permanent housing solutions for lower-income individuals and solutions to end homelessness for those willing to receive a hand up.
For more information about sponsorship opportunities or to learn more about The Joseph Fund, contact Jim Catrambone at 856-576-7012 x617 or
jcatrambone@josephfundcamden.
