Sunshine Sunday 2024

Honoring these outstanding community leaders for their support of Sunrise Day Camp-Staten Island

Dr. William & Francesca LaGrega
Sunrise Leadership Award

Anthony Reinhart & Family
Sunrise Spirit Award

Kiwanis Club of Bensonhurst and Bay Ridge
Sunrise Impact Award

Event Chairs
Dr. Andrew Olsen
Gabriella DeLuca Garrone

Committee
Carol Bongiovi, Michael Cama, Anthony Gochal, Nick Manfredi, Dr. William LaGrega, Angela Olsen, Tom Olsen, Anthony Reinhart, Rosemarie Saladino, Susan Sappin

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS & JOURNALS:

Each sponsorship includes: special acknowledgment at the event & social media inclusions on Facebook and Instagram

Sunshine Sunday Presenting Sponsor: $10,000
Name listed on Event Signage & Publicity Materials
Includes 10 Dinner Tickets
Special Acknowledgement at the event
Speaking Time at the Podium

Sunshine Sunday Event Sponsor: $5,000
Name listed on Event Signage & Publicity Materials
Includes 8 Dinner Tickets
Special Acknowledgement at the event
Gold Page in Journal

Gold Sponsor: $2,500
Name listed in all Event Publicity Materials
Sponsor's Name and Logo on Event Signage
Includes 4 Dinner Tickets
Gold Page in Journal

Silver Sponsor: $1,000
Sponsor's Name listed in Event Publicity Materials
Includes 2 Dinner Tickets
Silver Page in Journal

Bronze Sponsor: $750
Includes 1 Dinner Ticket
Bronze Page in Journal

Please email all journal ads to relsaadany@sijcc.com by February 23, 2024. All ads must be sent as pdfs, jpgs, or pngs. Full page ads will be shown as slides. Full page ad size is 10.5w"x8" and half page is 10.5w"x4".

Puttin’ on the Ritz: One Night Staycation for 2 and Culinary Experience at the Ritz-Carlton New York NoMad

Win a free night at the Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad, and take a culinary tour of three of Jose Andres’ restaurants inside the hotel! The “Tour de Jose” begins at Zaytinya, a Mediterranean restaurant, inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines. You’ll then travel to The Bazaar, a restaurant inspired by a group of samurai who sailed from Japan to Spain for an audience with the king. From the Bazaar, you will then finish with a nightcap at the rooftop lounge: Nubeluz. Located on the 50th floor of The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad, Nubeluz offers a remarkable 270-degree views of the New York City skyline.Truly a spectacular venue to finish off a one of a kind experience!

Limited tickets available, $100 per box, winner need not be present

Knicks vs. Nets

Enter to win Knicks vs. Nets tickets! Saturday, March 23rd at 1pm at MSG. Sec 225, row 3, seats 14-17. $25 for 1 ticket, $50 for 3 tickets

FerryHawks Suite

Game of your choice with luxury suite with food and beverages for up to 18 guests. Tickets are redeemable for any game of your choosing. This excludes premium games, playoff games, opening day, and July 4th. No same day redemptions will be accepted. 1 Ticket $25, 3 Tickets $50

Meet our honorees!

Dr. William & Francesca LaGrega
Sunrise Leadership Award

Dr. William and Francesca LaGrega are dedicated, community-minded volunteers whose work impacts countless Staten Islanders.

William attended Wagner college before graduating from UAG Medical School in Guadalajara, Mexico with his MD. For the past 27 years, he has worked as an orthopedic sales consultant.

Francesca received her BA in Elementary Education and her Master’s Degree in Reading from the College of Staten Island. She recently retired after 40 years as a teacher at St. Charles School and currently works part-time as a STEM teacher at Catapult Learning.

William and Francesca married in 1990. They are the proud parents of daughter Nicole, who is married to Tim, and new grandparents to granddaughter Mia.

William and Francesca are passionate about giving back to the community, each involved in numerous Staten Island organizations. William serves as a board member for the Unity Games, the Italian Club of Staten Island Foundation, Inc., and the parish of St. Joseph-St. Thomas St. John Neumann. He is also involved in the North Central Kiwanis Club. During her time as a teacher, Francesca coordinated several food and toy drive events. She is currently the President of Friends of St. Vincent, an outreach organization that helps Staten Islanders in need, at St. Joseph-St. Thomas St. John Neumann. The couple is most proud of their work to organize volunteers and donations and deliver over 1,100 hot Thanksgiving meals to those impacted by Super Storm Sandy.

William and Francesca have both been involved in the Sunshine Sunday event since its inception and are dedicated supporters of the Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Sunrise Day Camp-Staten Island.

Anthony Reinhart & Family
Sunrise Spirit Award

The Reinhart family is a beacon of hope for families dealing with the challenging journey of a cancer diagnosis. Their decades-long commitment to this cause is deeply rooted in the memory of Billy Reinhart Jr., a beloved son and brother who tragically lost his life to pediatric cancer at the tender age of 5 years old.

Following Billy's passing, his parents Bill and Gail Reinhart transformed their grief into a powerful mission to ensure that their son's legacy would endure. In his memory, they embarked on a tireless effort to help families facing similar struggles. Through numerous fundraising events, such as bowl-a-thons, dinner cruises, fashion shows, and more, the Reinhart family rallied support for cancer research and initiatives, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of many.

The funds raised through their heartfelt efforts have directly touched the lives of families in need. Notably, the Reinhart family's dedication played a pivotal role in the establishment of the William Reinhart Jr. Pediatric ICU Unit at Brookdale Hospital, a living testament to the enduring impact of Billy's spirit and the family's steadfast commitment to cancer research and support.

The Reinhart siblings, Anthony and Jennifer, were profoundly influenced by the loss of their big brother and the unyielding efforts of their parents.

Anthony has made a lifelong commitment to public service, always keeping his brother’s memory central to his actions. He previously served as Deputy Chief of Staff to Senator Andrew Lanza, where he remained steadfast in helping many in need. In recent months he served as Chairman and Host of the Light the Night Walk, with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, as he continues to seek to bring hope to those facing adversity.

Jennifer, inspired by her brother's memory, set her sights on a career in the medical field with a focus on oncology. Today, she is a Physician Assistant working alongside renowned doctors at Mt. Sinai, providing compassionate care to cancer patients. Her journey is a poignant tribute to her brother's enduring spirit and the Reinhart family's unyielding determination to make a positive impact on the lives of those touched by cancer.

In unity, the Reinhart family stands as a testament to the transformative power of love, resilience, and a shared commitment to illuminating the path for families navigating the shadows of cancer. Their ongoing efforts serve as a beacon of hope, ensuring that Billy Reinhart Jr.'s memory lives on, inspiring countless others to stand tall in the face of adversity.

Kiwanis Club of Bensonhurst and Bay Ridge
Sunrise Impact Award

Since 1952, The Kiwanis Club of Bensonhurst and Bay Ridge has worked tirelessly within the local and greater community in its mission to improve and change the lives of those in need, especially children! Over time, Ben-Bay Kiwanis has generated many millions of dollars to help benefit and change the lives of children and families in need. There are countless individuals, families, not-for-profit organizations and need-based groups whom Ben-Bay Kiwanis has supported over the years. Among some of the recent beneficiaries are the Pediatric Trauma Center at Maimonides Medical Center, HeartShare Human Services of New York, the Federation of Italian-American Organizations, Pietro’s Fight, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, the Boy Scouts of America, St. Athanasius Roman Catholic Church and Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn, just to name a few. The goal of Ben-Bay Kiwanis today remains consistent with its goal in 1952 when this organization was first established. With the continued generosity and support of its members, Ben-Bay Kiwanis will work to advance its good work, exceed expectations, further its mission and continue to change lives!