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The Candle Lighters is a group of concerned parents, relatives and friends who volunteer their time to help manage special fundraising events for The ARC of Essex County. What The Candle Lighters do The Candle Lighters was established in 1974 to raise funds for programs that benefit children and adults with developmental disabilities in Essex and surrounding counties. All money raised is given to The ARC of Essex County, which distributes the funds to a variety of special projects serving people in Hudson, Morris, Union and Passaic counties as well. These programs would not operate without privately-raised funds. How money is raised The majority of money raised each year is accomplished by selling ads for the ad journal. The proceeds from this effort are presented at a gala event in the spring, which is usually a dinner-dance. Other major fundraising efforts include an annual raffle and Tricky Tray event in February. On average, over $91,000 is raised each year, which is distributed to the following programs:
Support the Candle Lighters by attending the Tricky Tray on February 1, 2008 at Hanover Manor in East Hanover, New Jersey. Enjoy a full, four course dinner, beverages, one sheet of raffle tickets and a cash bar.
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Tricky Tray Become one of the many “candles” that light the way and assure a brighter future for all of the developmentally disabled. Annual dues are just $10, which covers the costs of our mailings and meetings announcements. To join, please send a card or note with your name, address and phone number, along with a check for $10, to: The Candle Lighters Or, to receive a brochure, please fill out this form: |
