21st Annual Kentucky Derby Celebration Raises $400K

About the Event

The 21st Annual Kentucky Derby Celebration benefiting the Monmouth Park Charity Fund was an unforgettable day of philanthropy, community, and celebration.

Held in the spirit of one of the most iconic days in horse racing, this year’s event brought together generous supporters, community leaders, sponsors, volunteers, and friends of the Fund for a memorable afternoon in support of local nonprofit organizations and those they serve.

Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of donors and supporters, the event raised more than $400,000 in support of the Monmouth Park Charity Fund’s mission.

The Monmouth Park Charity Fund extends its deepest gratitude to Event Co-Chairs Maureen Lloyd and Ann Mohamadi for their leadership and dedication, as well as to the event’s generous sponsors, underwriters, committee members, volunteers, and every guest who helped make the celebration such a tremendous success.

A special thank you is also extended to Honorary Chair Carol Stillwell, whose continued leadership, generosity, and commitment to the community have made a lasting and meaningful impact.

This year’s celebration also recognized and honored Lawrence R. Inserra Jr., Dr. David M. Stout, and Brian and Elizabeth Kirk for their exceptional leadership, service, and commitment to making a difference. Their contributions to the community were celebrated throughout the day, adding even greater meaning to the occasion.

From the excitement of the races to the joyful gathering of friends and supporters, the 21st Annual Kentucky Derby Celebration served as a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when a community comes together for a great cause.

The Monmouth Park Charity Fund is deeply grateful to everyone who supported this year’s fundraiser and helped make it such a remarkable success. We look forward to celebrating again next year.

$11M+

in grants awarded to Monmouth County nonprofits since 1947


21

years of the Kentucky Derby Celebration


100%

of proceeds benefit local nonprofits


2026 SPONSORS

Sponsors & Underwriters

Event Sponsors

Inserra Supermarkets, Inc.
Peter and Tatiana Cancro

Finish Line Sponsors

Hackensack Meridian Health
Carol Stillwell and Stillwell-Hansen Inc.

Buffet Sponsors

The Lloyd Family

Run for the Roses Sponsor

Peter Arthur Roselle and Vincent Apice

Mint Julep Sponsor

Dr. Ken and Ann Nahum

Trifecta Sponsors

Ansell Grimm and Aaron, PC
M&T Bank / Wilmington Trust

Military Hero Sponsors

Brandywine Assisted Living by Monarch Communities
Encompass Health
Hope Haskell Jones
Marsh McLennan Agency
Monmouth Medical Center
New Jersey Natural Gas

Paddock Sponsors

Accela Rehabilitation Center at Manalapan
Karen Goldblatt
Jersey Shore Partnership
Vince and Maria Tanzola
Margaret S. Riker
Monmouth University
Visiting Nurse Association Health Group
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.

Invitation Underwriter

Joseph C. and Anita Roselle

Step and Repeat Underwriters

Drazin and Warshaw, Attorneys at Law
Frank Brusco

Entertainment Underwriter

Diehl’s Landscape & Design

Decoration Underwriters

Arbor Terrace
Bayshore/Montecalvo Family of Companies
Comfort Keepers
Complete Care
Margaret S. Riker
Surf Taco

Listing

Fighting H.A.R.D. Foundation

2026 HONOREES

Meet Our Honorees

We are proud to recognize three outstanding members of our community at this year's celebration.

Man in a dark suit, light blue shirt, and patterned tie.

Dr. David M. Stout


President of  Brookdale Community College

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