Saddle Brook, NJ – July 22, 2024 – Last week, Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) non-profit organization, the REALTORS® Care Foundation (RCF) participated in Dining Out Jersey Foodie Expo, at The Terrace at Biagio’s. The 2024 Foodie Expo was a full evening of gourmet food and elevated drinks from the chefs, mixologists, and restaurant owners of the best restaurants in northern New Jersey. The REALTORS® Care Foundation participated in the event by raising awareness of the organization’s mission that REALTORS® do more than sell houses within our local communities, they participate and support community initiatives through fundraising with a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle.

Since its inception in 2015, the RCF has awarded over $1,400,000.00 in grants to more than 71 local non-profit organizations providing food, clothing, shelter, education, and more to individuals, families, and children in need.

REALTORS® Care Foundation Trustee and Dining Out Jersey member, Linda Barba, finds that collaboration and community outreach have a positive impact in our communities:

“I love being a REALTOR® because I am involved in my community in more ways than just selling homes. I have always had a love for restaurants, for the community, and for people. Dining Out is a big part of my life, and it is the only dedicated dining guide in New Jersey. During the Covid-19 pandemic, I wanted to make sure that local restaurants were able to stay on their feet, so I collaborated with a medical IT company to facilitate restaurants bringing food to our first responders.”

“My goal as an RCF Trustee is to bring awareness to the public about REALTORS® and gain recognition for the impactful work we do in the community. The RCF not only provides grants to local non-profit organizations to support their work, but we also provide high school scholarships to graduating seniors across Northern New Jersey, supporting their futures.”

“Great communities that support small businesses, local restaurants, and non-profit organizations make great neighborhoods. REALTORS® play a huge role in helping neighborhoods succeed, bringing more people into communities where they can have better lives. The RCF’s participation in Dining Out Jersey Foodie Expo was an opportunity to remind our community that REALTORS give back in so many ways.”

Thanks to Dining Out Jersey Foodie Expo, the REALTORS® Care Foundation raised over $6,700 toward their ongoing efforts to support non-profit organizations across Northern New Jersey, raise awareness for their cause, and expand their outreach.