Celebrate This Year's Honorees!
The Brothers of Mercy Foundation will host its 25th Anniversary Caritas Awards on Friday, May 8, at Salvatore’s. This signature event celebrates community leadership and charitable service while raising essential support for residents and patients served by The Brothers of Mercy.
The event will honor 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 are invited to an after-event celebration featuring music by the Colored Musicians Club 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
