Tri-County Scholarship Fund (TCSF) raised a record-breaking $2.35 million in scholarship funds through its 41st Annual Awards Dinner, on November 1, at the Legacy Castle in Pompton Plains. The Dinner was held in-person, attracting over 850 friends and supporters. Fulfilling the mission of TCSF, the scholarships will go to financially disadvantaged Kindergarten -12th grade students in Morris, Passaic and Sussex counties so they can obtain quality, values-based educations at accredited independent elementary and secondary schools.
The Annual Awards Dinner honored three distinguished members of the New Jersey community. The Hall of Fame Award was presented to Mr. Juan C. Andrade, President and CEO of Everest Re Group Ltd. (NYSE: RE)., who was introduced by another Chatham resident and top insurance executive, Mr. Eric Andersen, President of Aon. In tribute to Andrade, over 65 corporate sponsors attended and supported the event. The Hall of Fame Award was also presented to Mr. Guy Adami, who was recognized for his leadership on behalf of children’s causes and educational opportunity. Adami was introduced by Fr. Michael Tidd, Headmaster of Delbarton School, in Morristown NJ. The Making A Difference Award was presented to St. Nicholas Ukrainian Cathol