Thank You for Your Commitment to Compassionate Care!

The Brothers of Mercy Foundation hosted its 25th Anniversary Caritas Awards on Friday, May 8, at Salvatore’s. This signature event celebrated community leadership and charitable service while raising essential support for residents and patients served by The Brothers of Mercy.

Thanks to all of our sponsors, donors and friends, we raised more than $200,000 in total revenue for the first time in the event’s history, including more than $29,000 for our Mission Moment, which had a goal of $10,000.

The event honored Dave and Joan Rogers, Msgr. LiPuma and David Kersten from OLV Charities, and Al Nemmer from Clarence Wall & Ceiling. The evening begins with a reception followed by the awards program and dinner. Guests were invited to an after-event celebration featuring music by The Anderson Big Band and an open bar.

All proceeds benefit the residents served on The Brothers of Mercy Wellness Campus, helping sustain compassionate, dignified care to meet growing community needs.

2026 Caritas Honorees:

• Patsy Casilio Humanitarians of the Year: Dave and Joan Rogers, The Rogers Family Foundation
• Nonprofit Honoree: Msgr. David LiPuma and David Kersten, Our Lady of Victory Charities
• Corporate Honoree: Al Nemmer, Clarence Wall and Ceiling

Event Chairpersons:

• Paula Salvatore
• Jerry Burgin