A Taste of Clifton Food & Wine Festival 2024
At the Boys & Girls Club of Clifton, we couldn’t be more thrilled with how this year’s A Taste of Clifton turned out! The event was bigger and better than ever, and we are so grateful to everyone who came out to support our mission.
This gathering isn’t just about food and fun—it’s about building a brighter future for our community’s youth. The funds raised during this event go directly to our programs, which focus on youth development. These initiatives provide a safe and supportive environment where children and teens can thrive, learn new skills, and discover their potential.
The sampling experience was nothing short of amazing. Our guests had the chance to savor a wide array of local favorites. We are incredibly thankful to all our participating vendors, including The Love of Grub, Bohemian Bistro, Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas, Il Posto, ShopRite, ShopRite Wine & Spirits, The Barrow House, The Allwood Diner, Stew Leonard's Wines, Stop & Shop, Wahizza, Agamies, Matthew's, Ghost Hawk Brewing Company, The Shannon Rose, Mr. Cupcakes, and Mausam Indian Curry N Bites.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to our sponsors: Corradino & Papa, Kearny Bank, Garden State Honda, Sharp Electronics, JK Realty, JAG Physical Therapy, Drea De Luca, and Cuellar Family Markets including ShopRite and ShopRite Wine & Spirits, Crunch Fitness, Fully Promoted. Your generous support plays a vital role in helping us continue our programs and support kids across Clifton.
A special shoutout to DJ Nick at Nite for setting the perfect atmosphere with great music that kept spirits high throughout the night and got some of our guests up and dancing!
None of this would have been possible without our dedicated volunteers and the hard work of our organizing committee: Gregory Reinholt, Maureen Cameron, Drea De Luca, Gina Corradino, Kim Renta, Gerard Scorziello, Maureen O’Connor, Maura Holden, Alexandra Zeszotarski, and Joseph Cupoli.
To everyone who attended: thank you for being part of this incredible night and for your continued support of the Boys & Girls Club of Clifton. Together, we’re making a difference in the lives of our youth, and we can’t wait to see you all next year for another fantastic celebration!
10th Annual Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show
On September 8th, the Boys and Girls Club proudly hosted our 10th Annual Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Show, and it was an unforgettable day! We’re filled with gratitude for everyone who joined us in celebrating this event. The show not only showcased amazing vehicles but also successfully raised funds to support the Boys and Girls Club mission, ensuring more local youth can access vital programs and opportunities.
The show featured an incredible array of vehicles, and attendees enjoyed delicious food and drinks throughout the day. DJ Nick at Nite kept the energy high with great music, along with our raffle and many prizes.
We extend our sincere gratitude to our generous sponsors, including Summit Health, Corradino and Papa, Fette Auto Group, and Garden State Honda. Your support was invaluable in making this event possible, along with that of our many other sponsors and donors. Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us serve the youth in our community!
To all our attendees—thank you for being part of our celebration! Your enthusiasm and support truly made the day special, and we loved seeing families and friends come together. A big shoutout goes to our amazing volunteers whose dedication ensured everything ran smoothly. We couldn’t have done it without you!
We also want to recognize our planning committee: Odette Coronel, John Degraaf, Drea De Luca, John Fette, Nick Galleta, Kevin Gorman, and Joe Opalka. Your hard work and commitment made this event a resounding success!
Together, we’re building a brighter future for our community, and we look forward to celebrating with you all again next September! Your continued support makes all the difference, and we are excited to see what the future holds!
Boys & Girls Club of Clifton hosts the Great Futures Gala!
Attended by nearly 400 of our closest friends and supporters, the Great Futures Gala raised nearly $100,000 to support the inspiring enrichment programs that we deliver every day. The Gala welcomed three Club Alumni into the BGCC Alumni Hall of Fame: Lori Huk, Israel Reyes, and Lee Sanderson, while also honoring the Club’s longtime Executive Director, Bob Foster. Bob dedicated 47 years to ensuring the Club fulfilled its mission, serving in virtually every professional position until ultimately becoming Executive Director in 2007. Enjoy retirement, Bob!