27th Annual Roberto Clemente Gala – Friday, October 11th, 2013 at 6:00 p.m., Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel, Iselin NJ.
HONORING: Honorable Mathias E. Rodriguez, Eddie Trujillo, Carlos A. Sanchez and PNC Bank
News Release
The 27th Annual Roberto Clemente Gala planning committee, gala honorees, PRAHD executive staff and Board of Directors *Photo Submitted
PERTH AMBOY – Thirty nine years ago a group of individuals came together to create an organization that would assist and empower the community at large. An intimate dialogue between a group of leaders created what is now the Puerto Rican Association for Human Development, Inc. (PRAHD). On Friday, October 11th, 2013 the anniversary of PRAHD’s creation and tradition of service excellence will be honored with the annual Roberto Clemente Gala. This year the gala celebrates PRAHD’s ability to illuminate lives through programs that inspire individuals to make and sustain beneficial changes.
Honorees: Carlos A. Sanchez, PNC Bank, the Honorable Mathias E. Rodriguez, Eddie Trujillo with PRAHD Exec. Dir. Yvonne Lopez & PRAHD Board Member Bob Durso *Photo By Joe Bayona
Our annual gala is a night that features a silent auction, delectable food, fine libations and performances by a live band. Furthermore the gala gives the agency an opportunity to thank our supporters and constituents who represent various organizations, governmental bodies, communities, etc. Additionally, each year PRAHD honors truly unique individuals with awards and this year PRAHD will present the Goodwill Ambassador Award to Eddie Trujillo, the Outstanding Business Leader Award to Carlos A. Sanchez, 360 Staffing, Inc. and the Corporate Excellence Award to PNC Bank. PRAHD also has the honor of presenting the Lifetime Humanitarian Achievement Award to Mathias E. Rodriguez, “Eddie” for his contributions as a founding member of the agency and his philanthropic legacy throughout the State of NJ.
PRAHD Representatives & Executive Board *Photo By Joe Bayona
All proceeds from this year’s gala support the agency’s overall operations and programs. Your dollars will work to assist PRAHD in reaching and servicing over 17,000 children, teens, adults and seniors each year throughout Hudson, Middlesex and Union counties. PRAHD’s programs empower individuals to make positive decisions through meaningful activities and program measures. Our clients receive the tools necessary to improve their lives for the better – a sustainable impact that is not possible without the help of our supporters and allies!
Partnering with PRAHD in planning and executing the 2013 gala is a dedicated team of community leaders, local organizations and businesses. Additionally, Senator Robert Menendez, Perth Amboy’s Mayor Wilda Diaz and Roberto Clemente Jr. all serve as honorary members for the 27th Annual Roberto Clemente Gala.
Please join us in celebrating PRAHD’s tremendous efforts in the community and we hope to see you there!
