Join us for “Gala by the Sea” on Thursday, September 26th at 5:30 p.m. at the Berkeley in Asbury Park to celebrate our mission to promote mental wellness. Guests will enjoy scrumptious food and drinks, our fabulous gift auction, as well as the stunning views of the ocean, all while mingling with colleagues, friends, and mutual supporters of mental health. The event will also feature music by The Haven, a Jersey-Shore based rock band that delivers a diverse blend of classic and contemporary rock favorites, presented by Rice Wealth Management.

We are thrilled to honor three exceptional champions of mental health at the Gala, all of whom have promoted mental wellness and the improvement of our community for many years:

Ann Goldman, Child Advocacy Award recipient, is the Executive Director of the Family Based Services Association of New Jersey (FBSA). In all her roles as FBSA administrator, member of MHA’s Child Advocacy Committee, and mother, Ann has worked tirelessly to support, educate, and advocate on behalf of young people struggling with mental health and related challenges.

Teena Lomack, Humanitarian Award recipient, serves as Director of the Heartwarming Center for homeless women in Red Bank. As a former psychiatric nurse, Teena brings extensive understanding of the diverse needs of this population and has implemented a comprehensive array of supports for the women in her care.

The Provident Bank Foundation, Philanthropy Award recipient, has been dedicated to providing life-changing support in the communities it serves for over 20 years. Provident’s financial support of our Red Bank Resource Network (RBRN) has helped sustain this program and allowed us to provide free counseling, case management, and social services to thousands of individuals and families.