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Saddle Brook, NJ - July 1, 2025 — Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) in partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH), proudly hosted its second annual Health Expo 2025 on June 30, 205 at the GBR headquarters in Saddle Brook, NJ. The exclusive GBR member event provided free access to vital wellness screenings and preventive care in a convenient location that made members feel at home.

Saddle Brook, NJ – August 27, 2024- Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) non-profit organization, the REALTORS® Care Foundation (RCF) was thrilled to join a special evening hosted by Stuart Weitzman with One Hope Wine at the Shops At Riverside on August 21, 2024. A percentage of proceeds from the evening benefited the RCF so the organization can continue to fund grants to non-profit organizations in our local communities throughout Northern New Jersey.

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.

Saddle Brook, NJ – June 11, 2024 – Greater Bergen REALTORS® charitable organization, the REALTORS® Care Foundation (RCF) hosted their annual event of the summer, the 2024 Golf & Tennis Outing on June 3, 2024 at Montammy Golf Club in Alpine, NJ.

"This organization means a lot to me and my fellow Trustees," stated 2024 RCF President, Shana Sanchez, "It is a lot of boots-on-the-ground work and effort that allows us to make a difference in our communities. We appreciate all who support us and continue to support the REALTORS® Care Foundation’s mission to give back."

Saddle Brook, NJ – January 16, 2024- The Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR), REALTORS® Care Foundation (RCF) welcomes their newly elected Board of Trustees for the year 2024. GBR member, Shana Sanchez has been elected the 2024 RCF President, alongside 2024 Executive team: Vice President, Maureen Mamunes, Treasurer, Patricia Sudal, and Secretary, GBR Chief Executive Officer, Jorge Ledesma.

The 2024 RCF Board of Trustees includes GBR 2024 President, Lisa Comito, Linda Barba, Charlene Barbetta, Jaqueline Frank, Aaron Galileo, Maria Gesualdi, Esq., Steve Grossman, Rose LaPira, Nataly Mendez, Debra Norman, and Soo Yu.

Saddle Brook, NJ – January 9, 2024 - Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) Community Service Committee partnered with Jersey Cares for the 2023 Annual Winter Coat Drive, a collection of over 600 new and gently used winter coats of all sizes for local communities throughout the months of November and December.

This year, thanks to participating GBR brokerage offices, Berkshire Hathaway Home Service, Hasbrouck Heights; Christie’s International Real Estate Group, Ridgewood; Coldwell Banker, Allendale; Corcoran Infinity Properties, Cresskill and Rivervale; Keller Williams Town Life, Tenafly; Liberty 100 Realty, Waldwick and Re/Max Home Signatures, Closter, the committee collected over 600 coats – their second year reaching a record-breaking number of donations since their partnership with the organization.

Saddle Brook, NJ – July 28, 2023 –During their month-long campaign, the Back-To-School Backpack-A-Thon, the Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) Community Service Committee alongside the GBR REALTORS® Care Foundation, collected school supplies and classroom essentials at GBR headquarters and several participating GBR brokerage locations in Bergen County.

Last week, a team of dedicated volunteer members participated in the successful packing event of 300 backpacks, which were then distributed to four local non-profit organizations who partnered with the committee for the cause.