2025 Mary's Fund Reception

On December 14, 2012, Mary Joy Sherlach, school psychologist at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut, gave her life to protect the students she served. Her family and friends created Mary’s Fund to honor her legacy and continue her important work.

The mission of the fund is to support programs that aid the mental and social wellness of children and adolescents as Mary did in her day-to-day life. Initially created in Fairfield County, Connecticut, the New Jersey chapter supports mental health charities such as Tri-State K9 Crisis Response Team and Angels Community Outreach, Camden County Youth Partnership as well as provides scholarships to graduating seniors pursuing a career in psychology.

The Mary's Fund reception celebrates these organizations over great food and drink, live music and high-end raffles.