MORRIS PLAINS – The Knights of Columbus Bishop McLaughlin Council #3495 recently held an awards ceremony on February 11, recognizing five charitable organizations with donations from the $3,600 raised during their annual Poker Night fundraiser.
During the event, Jersey Mike’s in Morristown and Dunkin’ Donuts in Morris Plains were also honored with Certificates of Appreciation for their generous food donations. Anggie Feliz, manager of Jersey Mike’s, and Tyler Marositz, manager of Dunkin’ Donuts, accepted on their behalf.
Grand Knight Gary Richenaker and Poker Night Chairman Mike Fichter presented the donations for Council #3495. This year’s recipients included:
- Saint Virgil’s Church – Accepted by Pastor Father Lukaz Wnuk
- Operation Jersey Cares – Accepted by President Ted Wurster
- Project Kind – Accepted by President/Founder Jenny De Paul
- Morris Plains Fire Department – Accepted by Assistant Fire Chief Bob Webster
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, NJ Chapter – Accepted by Board Member Matt Chrystal
The donation to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention was made in memory of Timothy O’Shea, and members of the O’Shea family—Marianne, Kelly, Patrick, and Catherine—were present to receive the contribution.
Over the past two years, Council #3495 has donated $6,300 to local charitable initiatives, reinforcing their commitment to service and community support.
