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The CMSF has donated a new park bench, in memory of Christian Marchena, to Hazlet’s Veterans Park. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on May 6th, 2023. Christian’s father, and CMSF Vice President, Jose Marchena, shared some words on the meaning of the park and gratitude to the community of which it belongs.
A special thanks to the Hazlet Township D.P.W. for making this installation possible!
September is here! As the school year kicks off, the CMSF would like to reflect on the events of this summer. In May of this year, Alexander Pante was named as the 2023 CMSF scholarship recipient. Alexander was recognized at this year’s Family Fun Day event. The event was a huge success filled with games and activities for the whole family.
Best of luck to Alexander as he starts his college career at Monmouth University!
Grace Smith is the fourth, and latest, recipient of the CMSF Scholarship! The CMSF hosted a gathering this past weekend with Grace, her family, and the past recipients. Grace will be attending University of Delaware this fall semester and the board could not be more thrilled for her. Go Blue Hens!!
On June 9, 2022, the CMSF hosted its first golf outing at the Charleston Springs Golf Course in Millstone, NJ. There were over 50 golfers in attendance, many of which were friends and family of the CMSF community. A special thanks to Jared Gurczeski for organizing the event!
Despite the rain, the CMSF’s 2022 Family Fun Day was a great time! This year featured a bouncy house, field-day games, cotton candy, face painting & barbecue. The CMSF thanks all who came by, participated in the raffles, and donated to the cause. This is a yearly event, so look out for more information next spring!
The CMSF hosted its first fundraising event in over two & a half years! The CMSF Silent Auction & Dinner took place on March 19th at the Knights of Columbus, Council #3402, in Keyport, NJ. The auction featured over 100 baskets. Grand prizes included a Florida vacation, outdoor patio set, living room furniture, air-conditioner, TV and cornhole set. Dinner was catered by Angela’s Pizzeria and Restaurant.
Many thanks to all who donated their time and gifts in order to make this special evening possible!
A special thanks to: Knights of Columbus, Keyport | Angela’s Pizzeria and Restaurant | Salerno’s Pizzeria | Costco, Hazlet | Texas Road House, Holmdel | Chick-fil-A, Hazlet | Trio Salon | Courtyard Marriott, Red Bank | The Gurczeski Family
Congratulations to Concetta La Lima and best of luck to the entire graduating Class of 2021!
2021 Raritan High School graduate Concetta La Lima was selected as this year’s recipient of the Christian Marchena Memorial Scholarship! Concetta submitted a moving essay that radiated the positivity and passion that CMSF stands for. The organization is thrilled to have her become part of the family. A big congratulations to Concetta as she joins The College of New Jersey this fall. Best of luck!
Although the CMSF could not present this award publicly at their yearly Christian Marchena Day, the board was happy to meet and congratulate Sean Butler in person this summer. It was a pleasure to connect with Sean, learn more about him and introduce him to last year’s scholarship recipient. Best of luck to Sean as he continues his studies at NJIT and loads of support to the Raritan High School Class of 2020 as they start their next, unique and unprecedented, chapter.
This year’s recipient of the Christian Marchena Memorial Scholarship is Sean Butler! Congrats to him and the entire graduating class of 2020! Raritan High School hosted its yearly Awards Night virtually this year. Message below was submitted on behalf of the CMSF.
