PRESS RELEASES
Greater Bergen REALTORS® Care Foundation & NJMLS Give Close to $290,000 in Grants to 36 Charitable Organizations in Northern New Jersey
[Saddle Brook, NJ, December 10, 2021] Greater Bergen Realtors® Care Foundation and the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service (NJMLS) awarded close to $289,000 to 36 non-profit organizations in the North Jersey region, at its annual grant awards ceremony at the Elan in Lodi. This year’s ceremony marked a return to an in-person venue after last year’s ceremony was held virtually due to the Covid-19 health emergency.
Greater Bergen Realtors® Care Foundation Golf and Tennis Outing Returns After Covid-19 Health Emergency and Raises More Than $17,500 for Communities in Need
[Waldwick, NJ, September 21, 2021] The Greater Bergen Realtors® Care Foundation (RCF) hosted its sixth Charity Golf & Tennis Outing at the Montammy Country Golf Club in Alpine, New Jersey, on Monday, September 21st, resuming a tradition which was interrupted last year by the Covid-19 pandemic. Approximately $17,500 was raised in support of local organizations invested in working and giving back to local communities in Bergen County. 140 Realtors® and industry professionals participated in the event.
Greater Bergen Realtors®, Realtors Care Foundation Welcome Newly Elected Trustees.
[Waldwick, NJ – March 12, 2021] The Greater Bergen Realtors, Realtors Care Foundation welcomes the election of the 2021 Board of Trustees, who were elected as members of the Realtors Care Foundation to serve with one-year, two-year, or three-year terms beginning February 2021. The REALTORS® Care Foundation is pleased to announce that Maureen Mamunes is the 2021 President serving a one-year term. Janet Ginsberg has been elected as Vice-President and is also serving for a one-year period. Maritza Aleman will be serving as 2021 Treasurer with a two-year term as trustee, and Jorge Ledesma remains as the secretary for the foundation.
Greater Bergen Realtors® Care Foundation & NJMLS Give $285,846 in Grants to Charitable Organizations in Northern New Jersey.
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Hasbrouck Heights, NJ – (December 3, 2020) The Greater Bergen Realtors® Care Foundation and the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service (NJMLS) held their first virtual grants awards ceremony where they awarded $285,848.00 to 41 organizations in the northern New Jersey region. NJMLS Executive Director, Michelle Perino shared a few words expressing how honored and happy she was about being able to be a part of this wonderful initiative. Ms. Perino commented, “New Jersey Multiple Listing Service is so pleased to be able to contribute to the Greater Bergen Care Foundation and provide funding to help the many wonderful organizations who receive grants. We recognize the hardships faced by so many this year and are deeply appreciative of the great work these organizations continue to do to improve lives in our communities.”
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Greater Bergen Realtors®, Realtors® Care Foundation Provides 32 Local Organizations with over $192,000 in Grant Monies
[Lodi, NJ – December 6, 2019] – Greater Bergen Realtors®, Realtors® Care Foundation hosted its annual Realtors Care Foundation Awards Luncheon at the Elan located in Lodi, NJ. In partnership with the New Jersey Multiple Listing Services (NJMLS), this year, the REALTORS® Care Foundation awarded over $192,450.00 to 32 local organizations throughout Northern New Jersey. This year was a special year since this was the first luncheon that the Realtors Care Foundation held since its consolidation.
“I am so incredibly proud of all the work we have done this year. In January, we all came together with a vision to make a bigger impact in our community. By being able to award over $192,000 to more than 30 local organizations really shows the amount of work and dedication our members have and continue to put within their communities,” said Realtors Care Foundation Secretary, Jorge Ledesma.
“I am so incredibly proud of all the work we have done this year. In January, we all came together with a vision to make a bigger impact in our community. By being able to award over $192,000 to more than 30 local organizations really shows the amount of work and dedication our members have and continue to put within their communities,” said Realtors Care Foundation Secretary, Jorge Ledesma.
Greater Bergen Realtors® & Realtors® Care Foundation Honored at Bergen Volunteer Center Hearts of Gold
[Hackensack, NJ] — [October 30, 2019] – Greater Bergen Realtors® and the REALTORS® Care Foundation were honored for their continued work and volunteerism within their communities at the Bergen Volunteer Center’s Annual Hearts of Gold Dinner & Reception. The Hearts of Gold Dinner celebrates their programs that help improve lives and strengthen the community. The event honors exemplary individuals, companies and organizations that support their mission to turn caring into meaningful action.
... “Members have supported the Bergen Volunteer programs for many years. Some of these programs include CHORE, making-it-home, Mentoring Moms, and All Wrapped Up through volunteering and their annual Clean Homes, Clean Families that collects cleaning supplies for their mentoring program.”
... “Members have supported the Bergen Volunteer programs for many years. Some of these programs include CHORE, making-it-home, Mentoring Moms, and All Wrapped Up through volunteering and their annual Clean Homes, Clean Families that collects cleaning supplies for their mentoring program.”
Greater Bergen Realtors®️, Realtors® Care Foundation Host Beefsteak Fundraiser Raising Over $6,000
Lodi, NJ – (September 17, 2019) – The Greater Bergen Realtors®, Realtors® Care Foundation debuted their first annual beefsteak/Tricky Tray fundraiser at the Elan in Lodi, NJ. The event was sponsored by Robert Khoury with Main Street Title, whose office is based out of Hackensack, NJ. Over 100 Realtor and Industry professionals came together to support this charitable cause.
Greater Bergen REALTORS®, REALTORS® Care Charitable Foundation gives focus and added strength to the Association’s tradition of giving back to the community. Greater Bergen REALTORS®, individually and collectively, do more than sell houses and are generous of their time and money. The mission of the REALTORS® Care Charitable Foundation is to provide support to those in need and to improve the quality of life in the communities where our members live and work.
Greater Bergen REALTORS®, REALTORS® Care Charitable Foundation gives focus and added strength to the Association’s tradition of giving back to the community. Greater Bergen REALTORS®, individually and collectively, do more than sell houses and are generous of their time and money. The mission of the REALTORS® Care Charitable Foundation is to provide support to those in need and to improve the quality of life in the communities where our members live and work.
Greater Bergen Realtors® Care Foundation raises more than $30,000 at 5th Annual Golf & Tennis Outing
[Alpine, NJ, JUNE 18 2019] - The Greater Bergen Realtors® Care Foundation (RCF) hosted its fifth Annual Charity Golf & Tennis outing in Alpine, NJ on Monday, June 17th. Approximately $30,000 was raised to support local organizations that are invested in working and giving back to local communities in Bergen County. To date, GBR’s Realtors® Care Foundation has provided grant funding to 17 organizations in Bergen County and awarded over $200,000 in grant monies.
REALTORS® Care Foundation Raised Over $11,000 for Local Bergen County Charitable Organizations.
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (September 2017) – Local Realtors® and industry professionals attended the Eastern Bergen County Board of REALTORS®, Care Foundation for their annual golf & tennis outing held at the Montammy Golf Club in Alpine, NJ. The charitable event raised over $11,000. All monies raised will go toward supporting local non-profit organizations that provide essential services and assistance to those in need.
EBCBOR members Participate in REALTOR® Care Day
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Fair Lawn N.J. – The Eastern Bergen County Board of REALTORS® Care Foundation and the Community Service & Outreach committee members participated in NJ REALTORS® Care Day this past September. Realtors® Care Day is a day where members of local associations across the state are able to give back to the local community through improvements including landscaping and outdoor cleanup. As one of the 12 associations that participated in the annual charitable event, EBCBOR members were able to help a Fair Lawn resident and fellow REALTOR® colleague with the beautification to her home.
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REALTORS® Care Foundation Raised Over $20,000 for Local Bergen County Charitable Organizations.
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (June 18, 2018) – Local Realtors® and industry professionals attended the Eastern Bergen County Board of REALTORS®, Care Foundation 4th annual golf & tennis outing held at the Montammy Golf Club in Alpine, NJ. This charitable event raised over $20,000. All monies raised will go toward supporting local non-profit organizations that provide essential services and assistance to those in need. The event gave golfers, tennis players, and participants the opportunity to enjoy a day of sport and charity. Attendees gathered for cocktails, dinner and the Awards Ceremony where they networked with colleagues and industry partners.
The Eastern Bergen County Board of REALTORS® Care Foundation Award over $50K in Grant Monies to 13 Local Bergen County Organizations
(Hasbrouck Height, NJ) - The Eastern Bergen County Board of REALTORS® Care Foundation held their 3rd annual Care Foundation Luncheon at the Eastern Bergen County Board of REALTORS® office in Hasbrouck Heights where they highlighted 13 local organizations within Bergen County who have worked with REALTORS® to ensure the safety and well-being of families in need of food, housing, education and shelter.
REALTORS® Care Foundation Raised Over $11,000 for Local Bergen County Charitable Organizations.
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Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (September 2017) – Local Realtors® and industry professionals attended the Eastern Bergen County Board of REALTORS®, Care Foundation for their annual golf & tennis outing held at the Montammy Golf Club in Alpine, NJ. The charitable event raised over $11,000. All monies raised will go toward supporting local non-profit organizations that provide essential services and assistance to those in need.
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EBCBOR REALTORS® Care Foundation Awards over $50,000 in Grants to Local Organizations
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The Eastern Bergen County Board of REALTORS® (EBCBOR) REALTORS® Care Foundation recently awarded $57,000 in housing-related grants to 10 non-profit organizations in Bergen County, N.J. The recipients included Alliance Against Homelessness of Bergen County, Bergen Volunteer Center, Center for Food Action, Family Promise of Bergen County, and Rebuilding Together.
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Eastern Bergen County Board of Realtors Donates to 17 Bergen County Charities
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Realtors® help make the dream of homeownership a reality for thousands of Bergen County residents each year. Realtors also work to build better communities where they live and work. In small towns and large municipalities across Bergen County, REALTORS® promote community values, giving their time and effort to the organizations that help provide vital services to all residents. The Eastern Bergen County Board of REALTORS® (EBCBOR) recognizes the importance of community support and recently donated $30,000 to local charitable organizations.
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EBCBOR donates $30K to Bergen County charities
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"Bergen County Realtors are Bergen County residents do more than buy and sell houses," said Bowen Pak, 2014 EBCBOR president. "The Eastern Bergen County Board of Realtors is committed to the welfare and prosperity of the communities where we live and work. Through our charitable contributions and member involvement, we strive to help create more productive and enriched communities."
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