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

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.

North Highland community center - annual support