FOSTER CARE WEBINAR
2021-03-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-04-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-04-12 16:00 - 18:00, 2021-04-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-05-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-05-10 16:00 - 18:00, 2021-05-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-06-09 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) and 17 more dates
There are many children in need of a nurturing family, especially in a time of crisis. Could you foster a child? Do you have questions about becoming a foster parent and want to learn more from the comfort of your home? We are hosting webinars and Q&A sessions for prospective foster parents on Zoom. Please call Sylvia, our Family Engagement and Community Outreach Specialist at 201-414-1076 for more information.

CELEBRATE A MOTHER, SUPPORT ANOTHER
2021-04-06 00:00 - 2021-05-07 15:00
This Mother’s Day, celebrate a special mother in your life by making a gift in her honor or in her memory to Children’s Aid and Family Services.
In grateful acknowledgement of your gift, your mom, children’s mom, grandmother, aunt, sister, sister-in-law or friend will receive a personalized Mother’s Day card from Children’s Aid, letting her know that she is helping other moms in the community to build brighter futures for themselves and their families. A personalized remembrance card will be sent to a family member in memory of a beloved mother.
These special cards will also contain a QR Code for your loved one(s) to easily link to our Celebrate a Mother, Support Another webpage which will list the names of all the fabulous moms being honored and remembered.
Your gift will celebrate and support the diverse group of mothers in the Children’s Aid family, including: Foster mothers who open their hearts and homes to children who have suffered from abuse, neglect and trauma; mothers whose adult children have intellectual and developmental disabilities and need a strong support system to help their children become more independent; mothers whose children are struggling with the devastating disease of addiction; and young mothers who have “aged out” of foster care and are working on educational and career goals to help them create better lives for themselves and their children.
By making an individual gift, you are helping to provide:

Sponsorships for educational or vocational training for young moms aging out of foster care
Specialized training for our therapeutic foster parents,
Diapers and baby essentials to families in need
Free support services for mothers with children suffering from the disease of addiction
Counseling for an adoptive mother

By becoming a PARTNER, you can support the initiative on a leadership level like sponsors of our events.
Partners will be recognized in all Celebrate a Mother, Support Another communications including weekly emails to over 2,000 active supporter and on social media posts. Partner Names/Logos will also appear on our Celebrate a Mother, Support Another webpage on cafsnj.org. Each Partnership level is invited to celebrate the special mothers in their lives.
To make an INDIVIDUAL gift or to become a PARTNER online, CLICK HERE.
To make an INDIVIDUAL gift or to become a PARTNER by check, CLICK HERE.
A GENEROUS DONOR has added a sweet incentive to our Celebrate a Mother, Support Another initiative:
DONORS making gifts of $250 or more will be automatically entered to win a week’s stay at NJ’s premier year-round resort, Crystal Springs! The winner will enjoy the week of August 20th – 27th, 2021 in a 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath condo.

The drawing will be held at 3pm on Friday, May 7th. Winner will be announced by Email and on Facebook.
Located in the rolling farmland of the Garden State’s picturesque northwest, Crystal Springs Resort offers so much to experience: Every acre of its natural beauty is at your disposal during a late summer getaway. All on-site activities such as golfing, hiking, fishing, and canoeing, are available. With restaurants featuring award-winning farm-to-table outdoor dining and a Grand Spectator award-winning wine cellar, foodies will not be disappointed! Lavish outdoor pool complexes are perfect for relaxation, signature cocktails, and sunset gazing. Condo is located in Crystal Spring’s Minerals Resort and sleeps 6 privately, 8 total. Master bedroom has King bed, second bedroom has a queen and third bedroom has two single beds. Condo must be used the week of August 20th, 2021. Valued at $2,300
Beginning April 26th, 2021, the names of all the special moms being celebrated, and those of our Partners, will be posted and available for viewing on our Celebrate a Mother, Support Another webpage. Names will be added on an ongoing basis. Please consider making a gift before May 1st. We want these special moms to receive their cards before Mother’s Day! All mothers being honored through gifts received before May 6th will be added to our website before Mother’s Day.
To view our list of special Mothers Being Honored and Remembered, and our Partners, please CLICK HERE.
All proceeds from Celebrate a Mother, Support Another will benefit the programs and services that Children’s Aid and Family Services provides to the vulnerable children, adults and families in our community.
Thank You to Our Partners!
Platinum
The McInerney Jansen Family Foundation
Gold
Dr. Jennifer and Timothy Cope
Tracey and David Gerber
Cecily and Brian Healy
Leanne and Stuart Hinchen
Maureen and Dennis Martin
Kathie and Wade Schwartz

Silver
Jennifer and Joe Castelano
Mary Krugman and Barry Poskanzer
Joanne LaMarca and Tyler Mathisen

Bronze
Valerie Brauckman Burgess
Edith and Tom Fiato
Dr. Bob Jones
Mary Elizabeth Lyons
Holly and Frank Maschio
Liz and David Mason
Joan Stearns
Jessica and David Trokel
Karin and Chris Vanuga

MOTHERS BEING HONORED AND REMEMBERED
2021-05-09
If you’d like to make an additional donation to Children’s Aid and Family Services, CLICK HERE!
Thank You to Our Partners!
Platinum
The McInerney Jansen Family Foundation
Gold
Dr. Jennifer and Timothy Cope
Tracey and David Gerber
Cecily and Brian Healy
Leanne and Stuart Hinchen
Maureen and Dennis Martin
Kathie and Wade Schwartz

Silver
Jennifer and Joe Castelano
Mary Krugman and Barry Poskanzer
Joanne LaMarca and Tyler Mathisen

Bronze
Valerie Brauckman Burgess
Edith and Tom Fiato
Dr. Bob Jones
Mary Elizabeth Lyons
Holly and Frank Maschio
Liz and David Mason
Joan Stearns
Jessica and David Trokel
Karin and Chris Vanuga

FOSTE CARE WEBINAR
2021-06-22 18:00 - 20:00

JOURNEY OF RECOVERY
2021-09-29 19:00 - 20:30

AN EVENING OF MYSTERY AND MAGIC
2021-10-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Indian Trail Club, 830 Franklin Lake Road, Franklin Lakes, NJ, 07417, United States
Please join us on Friday, October 29, 2021
for a Maskerade featuring a fun-filled evening of mystery and magic!
Cocktail Hour – Live Music – Dancing – Open bar – 50/50 Raffle
Silent & Live Auctions
This year we are proud to recognize Thomas Hewitt and Charlie Ponti for their remarkable commitment and dedication to the agency and community we serve.
Enjoy a delectable sit-down dinner, top shelf open bar and a spirits tasting led by two of NJ’s finest award-winning craft distillers.

We look forward to gathering together in support of the vulnerable children, adults, and families we serve. Please feel free to wear whatever mask makes you most comfortable!
SUGGESTED ATTIRE: Festive Black and White
BYOM: Bring Your Own Mask(s)
Self parking only
In order to ensure the safety of our guests, clients, and staff, all CDC guidelines will be followed and proof of Covid-19 vaccination will be required for entry. Please email a copy of your Covid-19 vaccination card to Events@cafsnj.org by October 22, 2021.
Click here to purchase your tickets, sponsorship or journal ads!
Our Silent Auction is now LIVE and open to EVERYONE!
You do not have to purchase a ticket to the Maskerade to participate in the auction; simply follow the directions below to register as an online bidder and participate from anywhere.
If you are attending the event, this will also conveniently serve as your contactless registration. Registration can be completed on any smartphone, tablet or PC.
CONTACTLESS REGISTRATION DIRECTIONS
To register as an online bidder: CLICK HERE.
Please follow these directions to register as an online bidder:

In the top right corner of the page click, Get Started
Next, Create an Account and enter your email address.
You will then be sent an email with the subject line “Greater Giving Login” (Check your inbox and junk mail).
To finish registration, click the link in the email.
Fill out the form, include your credit card information and start bidding!
The auction will close on Friday, October 29th at 9:45pm.
For questions or assistance, please contact Liz Kordonsky at 201-740-7107.

With the support of partners like you, Children’s Aid and Family Services has identified and addressed the needs of some of the most vulnerable children, adults, and families in our community for over 120 years. With your help, we can continue to make a difference in the lives of so many of our neighbors.
#2021CAFSMaskerade
Our Sponsors:
Signature

Platinum

Gold
Dr. Jennifer and Timothy Cope
Kim Cosimano
Tracey and David Gerber
Cecily and Brian Healy
Leanne and Stuart Hinchen
Maureen and Dennis Martin
Joanne LaMarca and Tyler Mathisen
McInerney Jansen Family Foundation
Kathie and Wade Schwartz

Silver
Sarina and Ken Bronfin
Mary Krugman and Barry Poskanzer
Anne and John Oros
Cheryl and David Sabath

Bronze
Jennifer and Joseph Castelano
Delight and Paul Dodyk

Advertisers
Ellen and Michael Jacobs
Insurance Group
Parlance Chamber Concerts Inc.

Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets
