28th Annual Foundation Gala
Fifty Years Strong. One Unforgettable Evening. Fifty and Forward!
This year's honoree is Provident Bank!
The Hudson County Community College Foundation invites you to our 28th Annual Gala on Thursday, December 4 at 6 p.m. at HCCC’s Culinary Arts Center.
This year’s Gala takes on added significance as part of Hudson County Community College’s
50th Anniversary Celebration: Fifty and Forward! Join us for a truly memorable evening featuring the exceptional cuisine and desserts
prepared by our talented culinary students and staff.
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Mission and Impact
The Gala is the Foundation’s largest and most important fundraising event of the year.
For five decades, HCCC has opened the doors of higher education to Hudson County residents.
Today, more than two-thirds of our students face challenges such as food insecurity, housing insecurity, and even homelessness. Many are first-generation students striving to change the trajectory of their families.
The Foundation is laser-focused on removing these barriers to success through:
- Scholarship support
- Endowment growth
- Books and technology resources
- Programmatic support
Join Us
The impact of this year’s Gala will extend far beyond one evening. Every dollar raised
helps students persist, graduate, and thrive.
We look forward to celebrating 50 years of achievement with you on December 4—and building the path Fifty and Forward.
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Foundation Gala Honoree
Provident Bank:
With a rich history that dates back to its founding in Jersey City in 1839, Provident
Bank is proud to be New Jersey's oldest and second largest financial institution.
With over $24 billion in assets and more than 1,800 dedicated team members, we are
committed to putting our customers at the center of all we do.
At Provident Bank, our focus is on delivering personalized financial solutions that
meet the unique needs of both individuals and businesses. Whether you're visiting
one of our 140+ convenient branches across New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania,
connecting through our mobile and online banking platforms, or speaking with our friendly
team at our customer contact center, you can count on an exceptional experience every
step of the way.
We also offer comprehensive fiduciary and wealth management services through Beacon
Trust, and a full suite of insurance solutions through Provident Protection Plus-both
wholly owned subsidiaries of Provident Bank. Every interaction reflects our deep-rooted
promise to be committed to our customers, our communities, and their financial well-being.
Sponsorship Benefits
In honor of Hudson County Community College’s 50th Anniversary, we invite visionary supporters to join a new giving level created exclusively for this milestone year.
With a contribution of $25,000, members of the Endowment Circle help establish a permanent, income-generating fund that will benefit HCCC students for generations to come.
This leadership gift ensures your impact continues well beyond a single evening, providing scholarships, programs, and opportunities into the College’s next 50 years.
Recognition:
- Two tickets to the 2025 Gala
- Lifetime recognition as founding stewards of HCCC’s future
- Invitations to future gatherings honoring Endowment Circle members
Includes all Ambassador of the Arts benefits, plus:
- Full-page advertisement with company logo in our Gala ad journal
- Two on-stage tickets to the 2026 Commencement ceremony
- Personalized thank-you video from a Foundation scholarship recipient
- $1,000 dedicated to the Foundation Art Program
Includes all Community Sponsor benefits, plus:
- Private guided tour of the Foundation Art Collection
- Early access to HCCC Gallery openings
- $750 dedicated to the Foundation Art Program
The HCCC Foundation Art Collection includes paintings, sculptures, photography, drawings, limited-edition prints, and more, revealing aspects of America’s and New Jersey’s cultural heritage from the Hudson River School to today.
- Table for eight at the Gala
- Virtual ad displayed during the Gala
- $500 dedicated to the Foundation Art Program
- Table for four at the Gala
- $500 dedicated to the Foundation Art Program
Sponsorship Opportunities
All payments are due on or before Monday, December 1, 2025.
Advertising List
Print advertisements are due by November 10, 2025.
Digital advertisements are due by November 28, 2025.
Please submit to foundationFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE (with Subject line: HCCC Gala 2025) the following:
- Name for all publications
- Your Name
- Company
- Address, City, State, and Zipcode
- Phone and Email
Other Payment Information
Online/PayerExpress
You can pay and give directly through our online giving portal.
Click here to give through our giving portal.
Check
Please make your check payable to the HCCC Foundation.
Mail your check to 162-168 Sip Ave, 2nd Floor, Jersey City, NJ 07306.
Unable to attend?
I cannot participate, but would like to make a donation.
All payment methods can be found at:
https://www.hccc.edu/community/foundation/
ACH/Wire
DOWNLOAD and sign the Authorization Form through Adobe Acrobat Reader and use the Submit button on the form.
OR
DOWNLOAD and sign the Authorization Form and send it to foundationFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE.
HCCC Foundation 50th Anniversary Raffle!
Get your Golden Ticket!
Winning tickets will be drawn September 2026 at the NEW Center for Student Success!
- Tickets are $100 each.
- Cash Prize (Maximum prize of $50,000)
- Only 1,000 tickets available 50/50
- You do not need to be present at the Gala to win the raffle.
All proceeds will support Hudson County Community College Foundation Scholarships/Endowments.
Foundation Board Gala Committee Members
James Egan
Ceallaigh Lorenz-Talleyrand
Michelle Richardson
Mark Rodrick
Ronnie Sevilla
Seema Shah
Contact Information
Hudson County Community College26 Journal Square, 14th Floor
Jersey City, NJ 07306(201) 360-4069
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