Event will honor David and Lucia Molinaro and Richard Cotton

Abilities of Northwest Jersey Inc. will honor David and Lucia Molinaro and Richard Cotton during its Blue Denim Ball fundraiser, scheduled for Saturday, April 24, at the Belvidere Manor, 689 Water Street in Belvidere, NJ. Sponsorship opportunities and tickets are available online at www.abilitiesnw.com/events.

Mr. Molinaro, current president of Abilities’ Board of Trustees, and his wife Lucia will be recognized for more than 12 years of service, providing strategic financial and fundraising support. Mr. Cotton will be cited for his many contributions to the local community, including the Village at Hawk Pointe build, which provides housing for individuals with disabilities supported by the organization.

“Our honorees have been instrumental in ensuring our mission not only remains strong but moves forward based on the individual needs of those we serve.” said Abilities CEO Cynthia B. Wildermuth. “We’re looking forward to celebrating a night that will never fade, and of course, attire will be denim chic.”

Proceeds from the event will help fund further expansion of vital services. Sponsorship opportunities are available to individuals, families, companies, and organizations:

• The “Platinum Patch Sponsor” package ($10,000) covers admission and drink tickets for 10 guests plus admission for 10 members of the Abilities family. It also includes a full-page ad in the program journal, acknowledgement on the event website and on social media, and a full year of recognition on Abilities’ homepage and all event-related external communications, and recognition on the night of the event.
• The “Signature Stitch” package ($7,500) covers admission for eight guests plus eight members of the Abilities family, a full-page ad in the program journal, and acknowledgement on the event website and on social media, and recognition on the night of the event.
• The “Stonewash Star” package ($5,000) covers admission for six guests plus six members of the Abilities family, a half-page ad in the program journal, and acknowledgement on the event website, and recognition on the night of the event.
• The “Classic Fit” package ($2,500) covers admission for four guests plus four members of the Abilities family, a quarter-page ad in the program journal, and acknowledgement on the event website, and recognition on the night of the event.
• The “Bootcut Blue” package ($1,000) covers admission for two guests plus two members of the Abilities’ family, a listing in the program journal, and acknowledgement on the event website, and recognition on the night of the event.
• The “Pocket Partner” package ($500) covers admission for one guest plus one member of the Abilities family, acknowledgement on the event website, and recognition on the night of the event.

Individual admission tickets are available for $125, and 50/50 tickets cost $10 each. Anyone who would like to support the event but can’t attend can purchase a ticket and donate it back to the Abilities family.

Current sponsors include two Platinum Patch sponsors: the Rotary Club of Washington and Woods System of Care.

Payment for sponsorships, admission, or donations can be made securely online at: www.abilitiesnw.com/events. To pay by check, contact Charissa Buskirk at (908) 689-1118 or cbuskirk@abilitiesnw.com. The deadline to register is April 3.

About Abilities of Northwest Jersey, Inc.

Abilities of Northwest Jersey Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring people with disabilities to achieve their life goals by providing individualized supports. Incorporated in 1974, Abilities works diligently to create an inclusive community where individuals with disabilities are given the opportunity to reach their fullest potential in life. Visit our website at https://www.abilitiesnw.org/, or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/abilitiesnw/.