7th Annual Gala Breaks Fundraising Records!
A glittering event with star power and a special appearance by a hometown boy, the Trinitas Health Foundation Gala brought 500 guests together to celebrate the ties that bind patients, their families, physicians and staff together in quality healthcare at Trinitas Regional Medical Center. The early May event, aptly titled "We Are Family!", successfully raised more than $500,000 to benefit the hospital.

Sparkling with the energy of recording star Sister Sledge and resonating with the heartwarming support of WABC-TV Eyewitness News journalist NJ Burkett, the Gala was a night to remember. The Palace at Somerset Park was the venue for the evening of dining, socializing and dancing to the disco-era songs of Sister Sledge. Serving as master of ceremonies, NJ Burkett recalled his childhood in Elizabeth and the positive experience his family at St. Elizabeth Hospital.

Speaking of today's Trinitas, Mr. Burkett pointed out the hospital's many new services and programs, including the new Trinitas Comprehensive Cancer Center, the recently-dedicated Oncology Patient Care Unit, and the initiation of elective angioplasty services.

"You have achieved so much, and I could not be more proud of my hometown hospital!" he exclaimed.

Nadine Brechner, Executive Director of the Trinitas Health Foundation, praised the family atmosphere that exists at Trinitas. "We care, trust and support each other - and this is what family is all about. When patients come to Trinitas, their families expand as our doctors, nurses and staff become trusted and valued family members. A permanent bond forms, a bond that makes Trinitas unique."