Community in Action: Events We’ve Powered with Purpose
The Hadnott Foundation has proudly joined forces with community partners through a variety of meaningful events. From sharing resources and raising awareness to promoting self-care and wellness, we’ve contributed our time and expertise to support our shared mission. Below are some highlights and images that showcase the impact we’ve made together.
Self Care Day - Hackensack, NJ September 7th 2025
We had such a great time joining the City of Hackensack and the Hackensack Municipal Alliance for this amazing community wellness event! The Hadnott Foundation was proud to sponsor and share resources on breast cancer awareness, cancer screenings, and prevention. We also connected self-care to cancer prevention, talking about the importance of stress management and healthy lifestyle choices. From African dance to health screenings and even a calming sound bowl session, the day was full of energy, culture, and care — a true reminder that wellness is powerful when we practice it together.
Grief & Healing Workshop — Hackensack, NJ | May 18, 2025
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Hadnott Foundation partnered with Broreavement to host a powerful Grief & Healing Workshop. Together with Hackensack Meridian Health and the John Theurer Cancer Center, we created a safe and supportive space for open conversation, reflection, and connection.
Therapists Don and Rolanda guided meaningful discussions, while Judith from Rock Collage opened with grounding meditation and closed with a beautiful healing sound bath. The New Bridge Recovery Center team also joined us, adding valuable support and resources.
This day was about healing on purpose—reminding us all that caring for our mental health is essential for our overall well-being. our mental health matters—your body is listening.
Long-term stress and unresolved grief can harm your immune system and cause inflammation, which might increase your risk of cancer. And we appreciate Heather Derry-Vick, Ph.D.,, a health psychologist that led the discussion and shared tips for improvement.
A Family Affair: Mental Wellness — Teaneck, NJ | May 17, 2025
The Hadnott Foundation was proud to serve as a corporate sponsor of A Family Affair: Mental Wellness, presented by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Iota Epsilon Omega Chapter, at Fairleigh Dickinson University. This inspiring community event celebrated Mental Health Awareness Month with a day full of healing, education, and joy.
We contributed by sharing resources on cancer prevention, highlighting the connection between chronic stress, mental health, and cancer risk. Stress isn’t just emotional — it can weaken the immune system and increase inflammation, raising cancer risk. That’s why self-care is prevention. 💚
As part of our commitment, we also distributed free Warrior Tees to attendees and captured event highlights through Noir Photography Studios, where we were honored to serve as the official event photographer. From yoga and meditation to therapy insights and family-friendly fun, it was a powerful reminder that wellness is about mind, body, and spirit.
Bergen County Links, Inc. Mother’s Day Scholarship Luncheon Garfield, NJ | May 3, 2025
For nearly two decades, the Hadnott family has proudly honored the legacy of Earlene Hampton Hadnot through our annual scholarship, awarded at the Bergen County Chapter of The Links, Incorporated’s signature Mother’s Day Luncheon. This year’s celebration at The Venetian in Garfield was nothing short of extraordinary.
We were thrilled to present the Earlene Hampton Hadnot Scholarship to Chelsea Ruff of Teaneck High School — a moment made even more special when we realized Danielle had gone to high school with Chelsea’s mother. Surprises like these remind us of the deep roots and connections in our community.
The afternoon was filled with elegance and joy: stunning hats, a luxury silent auction, delicious food, and plenty of dancing. We were also honored to join other families in celebrating outstanding students and community leaders, while recognizing the Bergen County Links for their continued dedication to education and service.
As always, the Hadnott Foundation came together as a family — board members, relatives, and friends — to uplift the next generation and keep Earlene’s legacy alive.
“Investing in our youth is the greatest legacy we can leave.”
It was a beautiful day of tradition, scholarship, and community pride.
The Hadnott Foundation Featured Events
Englewood Fall Health Fair - Depot Square
Oct 8, 2023 - Event Partner with Englewood Health Dept
On Sunday October 8th, Hadnott Foundation and The Englewood, NJ Department of Health hosted an amazing health fair in Englewood NJ at Depot Square Park honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. The event was a great success! Many thanks to all who attended and also those who assisted in making it a fantastic celebration and informative opportunity for ALL! Attendees took advantage of the free flu vaccines and screening services! Much needed healthcare & insurance resources and breast cancer services were in abundance! There were amazing self-care vendors and tons of free massages! As well as free gifts and gift bags sponsored by @tginfoundation!
Shout out to our amazing sponsors:
All Health Medical Group, DARCARS @lexusofenglewoodnj, Englewood Health, National Coalition of 100 Black Women Bergen/ Passaic, Horizon Blue, NJ Imaging, NJ in Color - Media Sponsor, Modivcare Foundation, Tammy Felton State Farm, Gift Bag Sponsor @tginatural @tginfoundation. And also a huge thank you to Trader Joe's of Edgewater, @starbucks of Englewood and BJs of Paramus for food donations. We are beyond grateful!
Thanks to our Speakers, Englewood Health Breast Surgeon, Dr Violet McIntosh, Rochelle - R. E. Magno, @glammingthewarrior, medical student Dr. Zachary Coles, Chef Anthony Vasquez from @shirvanfamilylivewell.center, Teva Spencer, Breast Cancer Survivor & Lateefah Fleming of @empowerfityoga
Performers Latin Band @TrovaFusion , the excellent dancers from @latindancehouse and the @40plus_doubledutchclub of Plainfield and the new Teaneck chapter (congratulations)!!
Our thanks goes to all of the breast cancer survivors & warriors spending their day with us, especially those who
inspired and challenged. We are still learning each day about how we can support breast cancer prevention, diagnosis & healthy living through sharing their stories.
Thank you @dwightmorrow and @THS high school student volunteers for your participation and partnership.
bergen county links scholorship luncheon - The venetian
May 6, 2023 - scholarship award
Founding Board members Bennie Hadnott and Danielle Hadnott representing the Hadnott Family Foundation attended the Bergen County Link Hat Luncheon. It was the first since 2019. As you can see we had an amazing time connecting with the Nia Gooden-Johnson, the recipient of the Links-Hadnott Family Foundation Scholarship and her mom Donna Gooden-Johnson. Nia is a Senior graduating from Teaneck High School, and she is attending Howard University in the Fall majoring in Political Science. Also attending are family members Evelyn and Brittany Nelson. We also were there to support POP Program founder and partner Janel F. Johnson as she was presented with the Community Partner Award.
100 Black Men 60th Anniversary Gala - jazz at Lincoln Center - february 22, 2023 - Sponsor
Board members Danielle Hadnott and Bennie Hadnott supporters our ongoing partner 100 Black Men at their 60th Anniversary Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center. The event started with a cocktail party, followed by an awards ceremony with honoree presentations to notable industry and business leaders Hope Knight, Assemblywoman Inez Dickenson, Hon. Charles Rangely, Robert F. Smith, Pat Wang, Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield and others. In addition Mayor Eric Adams was on hand to present a special award to Michael Garner, OHBM Chairman. He was presented with the member of the Decade award. He also recently left 100 Black Men to join Mayor Adams administration. And lastly we ended the night with Ray Chew and friends including Howard Hewett, Ruben Studdard, Eric Benet and Jeffrey Osborne. The talented artists put on an amazing benefit concert sponsored by Moet Hennessey.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH HEALTH FAIR - ENGLEWOOD, NJ
FEBRUARY 11, 2023 - EVENT VENDOR
We were excited to be a participant in the free Health Fair for Black History Month sponsored by the Bergen County Chapter of the NAACP. Our health is so important, and we ALL need the most updated information on prevention and screenings. We appreciated all that came out to support our Bergen County family in Englewood. We shared info on cancer prevention, screenings and how to transition to a more toxic free healthier lifestyle!! Free food, raffles and amazing workshops!!! We can’t wait to support again next year!!
BERGEN IN COLOR CHRISTMAS PARTY - MONTCLAIR BREWERY
DECEMBER 10, 2022 - Toy drive support
Merry Christmas y'all!! We had the best time at @montclairbrew for the @njincolor Christmas party celebrating the holidays, ugly sweaters, supporting small businesses and collecting toys for several amazing organizations!! Also sponsored by @havingoursay and @statefarmtammyfelton !! A perfect way to start the holiday season!!
📸: @noirphotographystudios
4th annual Backpack giveaway - Alpine Boy scout camp
august 26, 2022 - event sponsor
We are proud to support @njincolor and @havingoursay on this year's 4th annual Backpack giveaway as a sponsor and contributor! The kids from @pop.program were enjoying the end of summer and getting ready for the new school year! The team worked together to build backpacks full of much needed supplies donated from sponsors and the community! We capped off the afternoon with a treat from @konaice_paramus !! That was the highlight for ALL of us!! 🍦😎Thanks to: @pop.program, , @njincolor, @havingoursay, @konaice_paramus, @statefarmtammyfelton
📸: @noirphotographystudios, 💻: @artisticchadphotography
AKA CAREGIVER SELF-CARE EVENT - Tina Pearson Salon
event volunteer/service provider - JUNE 26, 2022
The Bergen County AKAs led by Gail S. Smith, President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Iota Epsilon Omega Chapter organized a Caregiver Day of Pampering event on June 26, 2022 from 1-4pm at the Tina Pearson Salon in Edgewater, NJ. The Hadnott Foundation was proud to be one of the sponsors of the event which provided lunch, makeovers and pampering to 10 caregivers taking care of their sick and homebound parents, siblings, etc. The group even helped to arrange coverage for the day. The event also had an amazing keynote speaker, Dr. Ann Guillory, Professor at Felician University, providing insight and inspiration on the real level of stress that caregivers experience. All vendors donated their time and they included an esthetician, massage therapist, makeup artist, hair stylist and our own Danielle Hadnott, board member for the Hadnott Foundation and owner of Noir Photography Studios who captured images of the guests post makeover. It was an amazing day for all involved.
Unity and the community Health and Wellness Fair
Votee Park - Oct 2, 2021 - event co organizer
The Hadnott Foundation & Never Alone Again Resource Center sponsored a day of health and wellness to support Breast Cancer Awareness and Domestic Violence Awareness month. Participants enjoyed a variety of interactive activities focused on providing an overview of whole-body health education and disease prevention awareness. Taking control of health and overall wellness including info on community resources for mental health and stress management for the entire family. The event included info on Nutrition, Cancer Prevention, Mental Health, Dental Health, Yoga & meditation. With the keynote Speaker: Actress Alicia Joy Powell, certified RN and Doula. Event Participants included sponsors - BCD Health Partners, BR3 Health & Performance, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc, 4 Corners Church, Teaneck United Methodist Church, Vantage Health Systems, YWCA, Holistic Prostate Health, and Hair Planet. Vendors included Holy Name Hospital Cancer Center, Bergen CC Dental Hygiene Program Bergen County Sheriff's Office, empowerFit Wellness, NJ Foot and Ankle Centers, Parent Matterz, Dorothy's Wellness, Bergen County, NJ Chapter of The Links, Incorporated RISE Medical Marijuana Dispensary Paramus, NJ.
Jazz for Prostate Cancer Event - Holy Name Medical Center - September 21, 2019 - Gold Sponsor
Thanks to all that attended, participated and provided screenings!! The event was a huge success with an impressive turnout. We especially want to commend the team at Holy Name Hospital including Urology specialist Dr. Michael Nazmy, MD for his Keynote Speech providing us all with the most up to date info on Prostate Cancer. He stayed after to answer every question and provide the attendees with guidance on next steps. The Jazz for Prostate Cancer Awareness kept the crowd entertained and served on the panel for the inspirational Fraternity of Heroes discussion.
Englewood community health fair - community BAPTIST church june 1, 2019 - event co organizer
The Hadnott Foundation & The Jessie Banks Foundation sponsored a day of health and wellness. Participants enjoyed a variety of interactive activities focused on providing an overview of whole-body health education and disease prevention awareness. Taking control of health and overall wellness including info on financial health and preparedness. The event included FREE health screenings, info on Nutrition, Cancer Prevention, Mental Health, Diabetes, Dental Health, Yoga & meditation. With the keynote Speaker: Dr. Robert Adair, MD, Internal Medicine, Holy Name Hospital. Event Participants included Englewood Hospital and Medical Center, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ, Englewood Dept of Health, BVMI, Holy Name Hospital Cancer Center and others.
links, inc bergen county - scholarship luncheon
Congratulations to our scholarship recipient Cannon Johnson. One of the 17 deserving students of the 2019 scholarships presented by the Links, Inc. Bergen County chapter on May 11, 2019 at the Venetian.
2019 Links Mother’s Day Luncheon - Scholarships
Board members Glenda Hadnott(l) and Danielle Hadnott (r) representing the Hadnott Family Foundation while meeting Cannon Johnson, the recipient of the Links-Hadnott Family Foundation Scholarship.
2016 Links MOther’s Day luncheon - scholarships
Founder Bennie Hadnott and board member Danielle Hadnott in 2016 representing the Hadnott Family Foundation as they meet the recipient Justin Jones at the annual scholarship luncheon presented by the Links, Inc. Bergen County chapter.
