Mount Carmel Guild’s annual gala is a signature event that unites mission-driven businesses, community leaders, and philanthropic partners in support of our vital services. This year’s Pearl Jubilee Gala will honor our past, celebrate our present, and support a stronger, more resilient future for the Trenton community and beyond. 

The goal of this event is to raise $70,000 in support of the Guild’s two core programs: 

• Community Support Program – provides food, hygiene items, and critical essentials to struggling families, seniors, and individuals facing food insecurity and economic hardship. 
• Home Health Nursing Program – delivers compassionate, professional, in-home nursing care to aging and disabled adults, allowing them to remain safe and independent in their own homes.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Mount Carmel Guild

For over 100 years, Mount Carmel Guild of Trenton has offered relief for individuals and families experiencing both chronic and temporary personal crises. Our two core programs: Home Health Nursing and Community Support, help sustain the good health and well-being of low-income seniors and reduce food insecurity among Mercer County residents. We remain committed to continuing these FREE programs and are adapting each to the growing social and economic challenges within our community. Our annual fundraising gala was designed to help sustain these programs and are supported by the kindness and generosity of our Mission Members, volunteers and community partners.

About the Event

A Night to Remember

Set against the backdrop of the historic Trenton Country Club, guests will enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere that blends classic charm with modern sophistication. With its manicured grounds and top-tier hospitality, the Club has been a trusted host for the Guild’s gala for many years - providing the perfect ambiance for a night of celebration and giving.

We expect to welcome 250+ guests, including business leaders, community advocates, clergy, and dignitaries. Over the years, our gala has drawn notable attendees such as His Excellency, Bishop David M. O’Connell, Bishop of Trenton, and Kassie Mundhenk, the talented young actress featured in the Emmy-winning HBO original series, Mare of Easttown.

Fundraising Highlights

In addition to a delicious dinner, inspiring program, and heartfelt stories from those we serve, guests will enjoy an exciting lineup of fundraising activities designed to engage and delight:

• Silent Auction - Bid on exclusive experiences, curated gift packages, and luxury items.
• Restaurant Raffle - A fan favorite! Guests can win gift cards to the area’s finest dining establishments.
• Gift Pull - Mystery gifts of various values await lucky ticket holders.
• Wine Pull - Select a wrapped bottle and take home a surprise vintage.

Our 2025 Honorees

During our gala each year, Mount Carmel Guild offers special recognition to individuals and organizations whose efforts support our mission of service. They are remarkable examples of kindness; the bedrock upon which the organization strives. We are pleased to present six honorees this year, in acknowledgement for their immense support and dedication to community.

This year, as we celebrate our Pearl Jubilee Gala, we are proud to honor a group of extraordinary individuals and ministries who have walked with us in service to the most vulnerable across our community. Their selfless commitment has uplifted countless lives and helped carry the Guild’s mission forward with grace and generosity.

We are pleased to recognize:

 Mariyam Francis
Guild Neighbor Award
          Terri Olexa
Bishop Thomas J. Walsh Award          Joe and Maureen Mutinsky
Guild Appreciation Award
         Leo Stinson
Guild Appreciation Award
 

                                                                      Social Concerns Ministry of St. Gregory the Great 
Guild Neighbor Award

Represented by: 
Michele Derezze and Dorothy Hanneberry         
Princeton University's 
Food Bank Express
Community Service Award

Represented by:
Daniel Greene