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.
Dr. David M. Stout
President of Brookdale Community College
Lawrence R. Inserra, Jr.
Chairman & CEO of Inserra Supermarkets, Inc.