Past Events & Campaigns

Linda and President Larry in front of a screen saying Thank you

JSDD’s Annual Meeting Celebrates Leadership, Growth, and a Strong Future

June 17, 2025 / JSDD News, Past Events & Campaigns

JSDD Annual Meeting was held on June 11, 2025, bringing together board members, staff, residents, and supporters to reflect on the past year’s accomplishments and prepare for the future. The meeting was marked by gratitude, celebration, and thoughtful planning. A highlight of …

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JSDD Celebrates Philanthropy and Vision at the Goodman Perwien Legacy Society Cocktail Reception

June 16, 2025 / JSDD News, Past Events & Campaigns

An Evening of Gratitude, Connection, and Impact JSDD held its annual Goodman Perwien Legacy Society Cocktail Reception, an elegant and heartfelt gathering to honor the extraordinary generosity of those whose philanthropic support ensures the agency’s continued strength, growth, and innovation. The reception …

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JSDD’s Foodie Event: A Delicious Success!

March 25, 2025 / JSDD News, Past Events & Campaigns

JSDD’s Foodie Event, held on Sunday, March 23, 2025, was an incredible success – delightful culinary inspiration, community connection, and support for a meaningful cause. Guests enjoyed a unique and flavorful experience that celebrated the joy of food while supporting the important …

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2024 JSDD Foodie Retreat Fundraiser

March 15, 2024 / JSDD News, Past Events & Campaigns

In a delightful celebration of flavors and community spirit, the JSDD Foodie Retreat Fundraiser Event emerged as a culinary triumph, leaving participants with satisfied taste buds and warm hearts.
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JSDD 2023 Annual Gala

November 3, 2023 / JSDD News, Past Events & Campaigns

JSDD 2023 Annual Gala honoring Rocco Varma, Stephen Schwartz, AIA, and Laurie Goodman and Mark Perwien was a brilliant and successful evening! Enjoy the Digital Ad Journal and videos of the honorees and JSDD’s story. Ad Journal PDF Event Photos

Goodwin Perwien Legacy Society Welcomes Leon Cooperman

May 11, 2023 / JSDD News, Past Events & Campaigns

Mark Perwien, member of JSDD’s Board of Trustees, and his wife Laurie Goodman have been connected to JSDD for many years. In 2006, they donated a home in Parsippany to the agency. Their son, Artie, along with four other men have been …

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JSDD Savory Brunch and Cooking Demonstration
Presented by Meny Vaknin
Executive Chef & Owner of Montclair’s
Marcel Bakery and Kitchen and MishMish Café

March 28, 2023 / Past Events & Campaigns

All of us at JSDD want to extend a warm thank you to all who attended our Savory Brunch and Cooking Demonstration Sunday, March 26, 2023. We were thrilled to have you join us and we hope you found the event to be as sweet as it was savory, delicious, and informative. Please continue to follow all the exciting happenings at JSDD through our E-News, E-Blasts, and social media postings and join us for future events. Your presence at our event made it more special and we are grateful for your support.
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