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Kessler Foundation

Friday, November 16, 2012

Kessler Foundation Hosts Benefit Thursday

Raffles, Boardwalk games to help people with disabilities affected by Hurricane Sandy.

The Kessler Foundation held a Jersey-Shore-themed night at the Grove, Thursday, to raise money for people with disabilities affected by Hurricane Sandy. “Rebuilding Lives After Hurricane Sandy: A Benefit for People with Disabilities,” featured comedian Jeff Norris, a New Jersey native, the premiere 80’s cover band — the Emulators — and The Platinum Band. The evening was highlighted by raffles, Boardwalk games, caricature artists and a classic Jersey Shore menu. Entertainer Ben Vereen, who has received care at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, also performed at the event. “The impact of this historic storm on people with disabilities must not be overlooked,” said Rodger DeRose, president and chief executive officer of Kessler Foundation…

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Monte Carlo Benefit Revised

Thursday event will now provide relief for people with disabilities affected by Hurricane Sandy.

[Updated: Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 12:50 p.m.] Monte Carlo Night will come to Cedar Grove on Thursday, Nov. 15 in a benefit renamed for Hurricane Sandy relief for people with disabilities, officials announced Tuesday afternoon. “Rebuilding Lives After Hurricane Sandy: A Benefit for People with Disabilities,” will help to raise money for people with disabilities affected by Hurricane Sandy. The evening will feature comedian Jeff Norris, a New Jersey native, the premiere 80’s cover band — the Emulators — and The Platinum Band. There will be raffles, boardwalk games, caricature artists and a classic Jersey Shore menu. Entertainer Ben Vereen will also attend and perform at the event. Vereen, who has received care at Kessler Institute for …

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

PHOTOS: Stroll 'N Roll at Brookdale Park

11th annual run and wheelchair race benefits those with disabilities

Brookdale Park hosted the 11th annual Stroll 'N Roll (and RUN!) Saturday. Kessler Foundation's 5 and 10K race for runners and wheelchair racers has raised more than $85,000 for people with disabilities. Click through the photos above to see more.

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