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This tree has been dedicated in memory of Greg DiAntonio.
"Greg’s struggles may be over, but the pain and void our family experiences daily will last till we see him again. We are grateful for Cape Assist's Tree of Hope, where we are reminded to honor those who are in recovery and those who are no longer with us as well as keep the families of those affected by addictions in our prayers." - Family of Greg DiAntonio.
September 22nd, 1980 - December 30th, 2012
Throughout December, we will be featuring a tree that has been dedicated. The trees will be displayed throughout December on our lot facing New Jersey Avenue.
The Trees of Hope serve as a symbol that there is hope in recovery and honor those who have lost their battle against addiction. The trees are also a reminder to keep the families and loved ones who have been affected by addiction, as well as those who are currently struggling with addictions, in your thoughts and prayers, especially during the holidays.
"Greg’s struggles may be over, but the pain and void our family experiences daily will last till we see him again. We are grateful for Cape Assist's Tree of Hope, where we are reminded to honor those who are in recovery and those who are no longer with us as well as keep the families of those affected by addictions in our prayers." - Family of Greg DiAntonio.
September 22nd, 1980 - December 30th, 2012
Throughout December, we will be featuring a tree that has been dedicated. The trees will be displayed throughout December on our lot facing New Jersey Avenue.
The Trees of Hope serve as a symbol that there is hope in recovery and honor those who have lost their battle against addiction. The trees are also a reminder to keep the families and loved ones who have been affected by addiction, as well as those who are currently struggling with addictions, in your thoughts and prayers, especially during the holidays.
Greg DiAntonio Memorial Makes Generous Donation to Cape Assist
Proceeds used to purchase gift cards for clients in need
Proceeds used to purchase gift cards for clients in need
Wildwood – Cape Assist recently received a generous $3,100 donation from the Greg DiAntonio Memorial just in time for the holidays. The money was used to purchase $100 Walmart gift cards that Cape Assist distributed to clients in need.
“The holidays can be an incredibly difficult time due to financial insecurities for many people,” said Cape Assist Executive Director Katie Faldetta. “We are incredibly grateful to Kreni and Pat DiAntonio for their continued assistance and contributions in helping us support our clients. Thanks to their generosity we know these gift cards will truly make a difference in so many lives this holiday season.”
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial has been working alongside Cape Assist for many years, donating upwards $15,000 to the non-profit.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial was named after the young man who lost his battle with substance misuse. The nonprofit organization focuses on two distinct areas: education and substance misuse awareness. The first area of focus provides tuition assistance for Wildwood Catholic High School students, so they have the opportunity to receive a quality education. The second mission raises awareness about substance misuse disorder and its ties to mental health. The organization offers resources, education, and recovery options to families and those struggling; hosts substance misuse education seminars; purchases gym memberships for those in recovery; and provides rental assistance to individuals in sober living houses.
“The holidays can be an incredibly difficult time due to financial insecurities for many people,” said Cape Assist Executive Director Katie Faldetta. “We are incredibly grateful to Kreni and Pat DiAntonio for their continued assistance and contributions in helping us support our clients. Thanks to their generosity we know these gift cards will truly make a difference in so many lives this holiday season.”
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial has been working alongside Cape Assist for many years, donating upwards $15,000 to the non-profit.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial was named after the young man who lost his battle with substance misuse. The nonprofit organization focuses on two distinct areas: education and substance misuse awareness. The first area of focus provides tuition assistance for Wildwood Catholic High School students, so they have the opportunity to receive a quality education. The second mission raises awareness about substance misuse disorder and its ties to mental health. The organization offers resources, education, and recovery options to families and those struggling; hosts substance misuse education seminars; purchases gym memberships for those in recovery; and provides rental assistance to individuals in sober living houses.
Coastal Preparatory Recovery High School
Students from South Jersey’s only recovery high receive holiday presents thanks to fund that honors local young man who lost his battle with substance misuse
Cape May Court House -- Students from Coastal Prep High School, South Jersey’s only recovery high school received some holiday cheer this year thanks to a local organization that focuses on substance misuse awareness in the name of a loved one who lost his battle with substance misuse.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial donated $3,000 to be used to purchase gifts for Coastal Prep students this holiday season. Developed by Middle Township School District and Cape Assist, Coastal Prep blends academic resources and recovery support to keep students on track academically while recovering from addiction.
“We cannot thank Kreni and Pat DiAntonio enough for their incredible generosity,” said Katie Faldetta, Executive Director of Cape Assist. “These teens will have a Christmas to remember and it really is thanks to the Greg DiAntonio Memorial. To see these students excited about the holiday is really just so special.”
Coastal Prep is one of only three recovery high schools in the state and serves students from the state’s eight southern counties: Cape May, Atlantic, Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem, Camden, Burlington and parts of Ocean. Currently, ten students are enrolled at Coastal Prep, the highest amount since the school opened its doors in March 2019.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial has become a regular donor to Cape Assist throughout the years. The nonprofit organization focuses on two distinct areas: education and substance misuse awareness. One of its missions is to provide communities with a better understanding of what substance misuse disorder is and how it ties to mental health. The organization offers resources, education, and recovery options to families and those struggling; hosts substance misuse education seminars; purchases gym memberships for those in recovery; and provides rental assistance to individuals in sober living houses.
The students received their gifts during the school’s holiday celebration on Thursday.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial donated $3,000 to be used to purchase gifts for Coastal Prep students this holiday season. Developed by Middle Township School District and Cape Assist, Coastal Prep blends academic resources and recovery support to keep students on track academically while recovering from addiction.
“We cannot thank Kreni and Pat DiAntonio enough for their incredible generosity,” said Katie Faldetta, Executive Director of Cape Assist. “These teens will have a Christmas to remember and it really is thanks to the Greg DiAntonio Memorial. To see these students excited about the holiday is really just so special.”
Coastal Prep is one of only three recovery high schools in the state and serves students from the state’s eight southern counties: Cape May, Atlantic, Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem, Camden, Burlington and parts of Ocean. Currently, ten students are enrolled at Coastal Prep, the highest amount since the school opened its doors in March 2019.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial has become a regular donor to Cape Assist throughout the years. The nonprofit organization focuses on two distinct areas: education and substance misuse awareness. One of its missions is to provide communities with a better understanding of what substance misuse disorder is and how it ties to mental health. The organization offers resources, education, and recovery options to families and those struggling; hosts substance misuse education seminars; purchases gym memberships for those in recovery; and provides rental assistance to individuals in sober living houses.
The students received their gifts during the school’s holiday celebration on Thursday.
This tree has been dedicated in memory of Greg DiAntonio.
"Greg’s struggles may be over, but the pain and void our family experiences daily will last till we see him again. We are grateful for Cape Assist's Tree of Hope, where we are reminded to honor those who are in recovery and those who are no longer with us as well as keep the families of those affected by addictions in our prayers." - Family of Greg DiAntonio
Throughout December, we will be featuring a tree that has been dedicated. The trees will be on display throughout December on our lot facing New Jersey Avenue.
The Trees of Hope serve as a symbol that there is hope in recovery and to honor those who have lost their battle against addiction. The trees are also a reminder to keep the families and loved ones who have been affected by addiction, as well as those who are currently struggling with addictions, in your thoughts and prayers especially during the holidays.
"Greg’s struggles may be over, but the pain and void our family experiences daily will last till we see him again. We are grateful for Cape Assist's Tree of Hope, where we are reminded to honor those who are in recovery and those who are no longer with us as well as keep the families of those affected by addictions in our prayers." - Family of Greg DiAntonio
Throughout December, we will be featuring a tree that has been dedicated. The trees will be on display throughout December on our lot facing New Jersey Avenue.
The Trees of Hope serve as a symbol that there is hope in recovery and to honor those who have lost their battle against addiction. The trees are also a reminder to keep the families and loved ones who have been affected by addiction, as well as those who are currently struggling with addictions, in your thoughts and prayers especially during the holidays.
Reverend Cadmus Mazzarella, Pastor Notre Dame de la Mer Parish; Kreni DiAntonio & Joe Cray, WCA Principal
Cape Assist's annual Tree of Hope evening. It honors those who have lost their battle with addiction and also celebrates individuals who are in recovery as well as all families of both sides. Their message is "as long as there is breath there is hope". The Greg DiAntonio Memorial supports this belief and Cape Assist's efforts to change lives!
We are humbled with this award from
The Cape May County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the MHADA Board
The Cape May County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the MHADA Board
By Lauren Scarpa, Neighbor
Oct 8, 2020 9:06 am ET
Cape Assist recently received a $1,200 donation from the Greg DiAntonio Memorial. The money will be used to purchase ACME gift cards that Cape Assist - a substance-abuse prevention and treatment agency based in Wildwood - will distribute to clients in need during their counseling sessions.
"We are incredibly thankful to Kreni and Pat DiAntonio for their continued support," said Cape Assist Executive Director Katie Faldetta. "Food insecurity is a rising concern among a lot of the population, so donations like these really make a difference. Giving our clients these gift cards provides a small measure of relief from the pressures of daily life and lets them concentrate on treatment."
The fall can be a rough time financially on Cape May County residents due to seasonal employment ending. It's even more complicated for someone on the path to recovery from substance use disorder. Compounding their stress can completely derail their progress.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial was named after the young man who lost his battle with substance abuse. The nonprofit organization focuses on two distinct areas: substance abuse awareness and education.
The first area of focus raises awareness about substance use disorder and its ties to mental health. The organization offers resources, education, and recovery options to families and those struggling; hosts substance abuse education seminars; provides transportation to treatment centers; purchases gym memberships for those in recovery; and provides rental assistance to individuals in sober living houses.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial was named after the young man who lost his battle with substance abuse. The nonprofit organization focuses on two distinct areas: substance abuse awareness and education.
The first area of focus raises awareness about substance use disorder and its ties to mental health. The organization offers resources, education, and recovery options to families and those struggling; hosts substance abuse education seminars; provides transportation to treatment centers; purchases gym memberships for those in recovery; and provides rental assistance to individuals in sober living houses.
Funding to support these objectives comes from generous donations made throughout the year, along with proceeds raised during the organization's major fundraiser – the Greg DiAntonio Reggae Fest. Unfortunately, due to the current health climate, the event was canceled for the year of 2020.
"We understand the struggles those in treatment are facing, and through Greg's Memorial, we can provide resources to help," said Kreni DiAntonio. "For those with Substance Use Disorder support is crucial to success, and clients of Cape Assist receive a strong network of support to keep them focused. If our support can help someone in the program put food on the table, improve a hardship or loss, or be a source of hope, we're glad to do it."
The second area of focus provides tuition assistance for Wildwood Catholic Academy students, so they have the opportunity to receive a quality education.
October has been recognized as National Substance Abuse Prevention Month since 2011. During this month of awareness, prevention methods and the acknowledgement of those in recovery are highlighted, while special moments remember those who have lost their battle with the disorder.
Oct 8, 2020 9:06 am ET
Cape Assist recently received a $1,200 donation from the Greg DiAntonio Memorial. The money will be used to purchase ACME gift cards that Cape Assist - a substance-abuse prevention and treatment agency based in Wildwood - will distribute to clients in need during their counseling sessions.
"We are incredibly thankful to Kreni and Pat DiAntonio for their continued support," said Cape Assist Executive Director Katie Faldetta. "Food insecurity is a rising concern among a lot of the population, so donations like these really make a difference. Giving our clients these gift cards provides a small measure of relief from the pressures of daily life and lets them concentrate on treatment."
The fall can be a rough time financially on Cape May County residents due to seasonal employment ending. It's even more complicated for someone on the path to recovery from substance use disorder. Compounding their stress can completely derail their progress.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial was named after the young man who lost his battle with substance abuse. The nonprofit organization focuses on two distinct areas: substance abuse awareness and education.
The first area of focus raises awareness about substance use disorder and its ties to mental health. The organization offers resources, education, and recovery options to families and those struggling; hosts substance abuse education seminars; provides transportation to treatment centers; purchases gym memberships for those in recovery; and provides rental assistance to individuals in sober living houses.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial was named after the young man who lost his battle with substance abuse. The nonprofit organization focuses on two distinct areas: substance abuse awareness and education.
The first area of focus raises awareness about substance use disorder and its ties to mental health. The organization offers resources, education, and recovery options to families and those struggling; hosts substance abuse education seminars; provides transportation to treatment centers; purchases gym memberships for those in recovery; and provides rental assistance to individuals in sober living houses.
Funding to support these objectives comes from generous donations made throughout the year, along with proceeds raised during the organization's major fundraiser – the Greg DiAntonio Reggae Fest. Unfortunately, due to the current health climate, the event was canceled for the year of 2020.
"We understand the struggles those in treatment are facing, and through Greg's Memorial, we can provide resources to help," said Kreni DiAntonio. "For those with Substance Use Disorder support is crucial to success, and clients of Cape Assist receive a strong network of support to keep them focused. If our support can help someone in the program put food on the table, improve a hardship or loss, or be a source of hope, we're glad to do it."
The second area of focus provides tuition assistance for Wildwood Catholic Academy students, so they have the opportunity to receive a quality education.
October has been recognized as National Substance Abuse Prevention Month since 2011. During this month of awareness, prevention methods and the acknowledgement of those in recovery are highlighted, while special moments remember those who have lost their battle with the disorder.
WORDS CAN’T EXPRESS THE GRATITUDE WE HAVE FOR EVERYONE THAT YEAR AFTER YEAR COMES OUT TO SUPPORT OUR CAUSE AND KEEPS OUR SON’S MEMORY ALIVE. FROM A PURCHASE OF A SINGLE TICKET, A DONATION OF AN AUCTION ITEM AND THE VOLUNTEERS THAT HELP MAKE THIS EVENT HAPPEN WE CAN’T THANK YOU ENOUGH FOR THE SUPPORT YOU ALL HAVE SHOWN US.
YOU DO NOT REALIZE HOW MANY LIVES YOU HAVE TOUCHED AND CHANGED FOR THE BETTER FOR JUST COMING OUT TO A FUN FILLED NIGHT WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS
THANK YOU
YOU DO NOT REALIZE HOW MANY LIVES YOU HAVE TOUCHED AND CHANGED FOR THE BETTER FOR JUST COMING OUT TO A FUN FILLED NIGHT WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS
THANK YOU
Kreni and Pat DiAntonio pictured with Father Wallace and Joseph Cray, Wildwood Catholic High School Principal.
Wildwood Catholic Academy received a $25,000.00 donation from the Greg DiAntonio Memorial Foundation to assist in affording a quality education for student athletes.
Wildwood Catholic Academy received a $25,000.00 donation from the Greg DiAntonio Memorial Foundation to assist in affording a quality education for student athletes.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial gave Wildwood Catholic Academy a check for $26,500.00 for tuition assistance. 2018 was SOLD OUT again despite weather cancellations. The memorial can not thank you enough for your continued support and donations that make the Reggae Fest a huge success.
Please spread the word for the Reggae Fest by giving your family and friends our website www.gregdiantoniomemorial.com.
Hope to see you all next year. Keep an eye out for our Reggae Email blasts keeping you informed of where your donations have gone to work and for upcoming events.
Please spread the word for the Reggae Fest by giving your family and friends our website www.gregdiantoniomemorial.com.
Hope to see you all next year. Keep an eye out for our Reggae Email blasts keeping you informed of where your donations have gone to work and for upcoming events.
HOPE ONE
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The Greg DiAntonio Memorial is proud to continually support the Hope One Van
Our logo has been added to the Hope One Van of Cape May County as one of their several supporters. Hope One will travel to locations throughout Cape May County each week, bringing addiction services to persons in need. They are able to give clients immediate access to services and treatment facilities, putting them on the road to recovery and wellness prior to having contact
with the criminal justice system and even avoiding overdose. Also Narcan training is administered on site and kits are provided
to family members and friends of those suffering with opioid addiction upon completion of the training.
For more information about the Hope One Van of Cape May County please visit their website at www.hopeoneofcapemaycounty.org
Our logo has been added to the Hope One Van of Cape May County as one of their several supporters. Hope One will travel to locations throughout Cape May County each week, bringing addiction services to persons in need. They are able to give clients immediate access to services and treatment facilities, putting them on the road to recovery and wellness prior to having contact
with the criminal justice system and even avoiding overdose. Also Narcan training is administered on site and kits are provided
to family members and friends of those suffering with opioid addiction upon completion of the training.
For more information about the Hope One Van of Cape May County please visit their website at www.hopeoneofcapemaycounty.org
Hope One is a community based outreach vehicle staffed with highly trained professional in the field of mental health and substance abuse prevention and recovery. The goal of Hope one is to provide the community with information, resources, and immediate access to services and treatment facilities to get back on the road to recovery. It also offers free onsite Narcan training.
It is through your generosity that we can continue to assist our community’s efforts to change lives.
It is through your generosity that we can continue to assist our community’s efforts to change lives.
THANK YOU
Dear Friends and Family,
We would like to thank all of you for your donations, your gifts and your support right down to your purchase of a single ticket. There is a good portion of the ticket cost that goes to community service, Wildwood Catholic Academy tuition assistance program, gym memberships for people in recovery, transportation costs to help people get to individualized programs, to support police in prevention, narcan to save lives, supporting the Hope Van, and more.
Although Kreni and myself may lead to produce the Reggae Fest, each year, it is you all that comprise the bulk of the “Friends and Family” in the “Greg DiAntonio Memorial”. It is through your support that makes the memorial such a success.
Some of the proceeds go directly to help families with tuition assistance that affords students the opportunity to receive a quality education. Other proceeds will be used to help educate and raise awareness of substance use disorder in our communities, erase the stigma and offer recovery options to those that are struggling. All monies stay in our local communities.
We hope you all realize how much a part of the memorial you all are and how much we appreciate your support and always will.
Again, we would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our Reggae Fest an annual success. We look forward to seeing you again this year.
Sincerely,
Kreni and Pat
We would like to thank all of you for your donations, your gifts and your support right down to your purchase of a single ticket. There is a good portion of the ticket cost that goes to community service, Wildwood Catholic Academy tuition assistance program, gym memberships for people in recovery, transportation costs to help people get to individualized programs, to support police in prevention, narcan to save lives, supporting the Hope Van, and more.
Although Kreni and myself may lead to produce the Reggae Fest, each year, it is you all that comprise the bulk of the “Friends and Family” in the “Greg DiAntonio Memorial”. It is through your support that makes the memorial such a success.
Some of the proceeds go directly to help families with tuition assistance that affords students the opportunity to receive a quality education. Other proceeds will be used to help educate and raise awareness of substance use disorder in our communities, erase the stigma and offer recovery options to those that are struggling. All monies stay in our local communities.
We hope you all realize how much a part of the memorial you all are and how much we appreciate your support and always will.
Again, we would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our Reggae Fest an annual success. We look forward to seeing you again this year.
Sincerely,
Kreni and Pat
By saying "You are changing the world" The Greg DiAntonio Memorial Foundation would like to thank every ticket purchaser or donation provider because the you is all of "YOU".
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial Foundation was presented with the "Partner of the Year" award at the Recovery Court Graduation ceremony. Although I received the award on behalf of the Foundation, I wanted you to know that you all are also the recipient of the award by supporting and contributing to the Foundation from the simple purchase of a ticket to a charitable donation. The Greg DiAntonio Memorial Foundation would not of received the Partnership of the year award without all of you. It is to all of you we are now presenting this award.
Our dear friend Darleen Kelly passed away suddenly at the young age of 53. She was a loving and nurturing soul who cared so deeply for those in need. Her family has asked that donations in her memory be made to Greg‘s Memorial Fund. They know that our commitment to helping others parallels Darleen‘s. Now her earthly mission will continue through the generosity of friends and the work we do through Greg‘s Foundation. Thank you to the Kelly family for giving us the opportunity to perpetuate Darleen’s name in such a selfless way.!
Together we will make a difference !!
Together we will make a difference !!
Kelly Sullivan and Jim Keever
The Greg DiAntonio Foundation is pleased to announce that we have awarded scholarships to Kelly Sullivan and Jim Keever to attend the Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training. Kelly and Jim’s passion to help others in their recovery has inspired us. We are proud of them and excited to be part of training a workforce of peers to support individuals struggling or in recovery from a substance use disorder.
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial Foundation has partnered with CURE Christians United for Recovery and CARES Cape Regional's Addiction Recovery Services to provide funding for people needing access to transportation for substance use facilities. Sueanne Agger board member of CURE and Patient Navigator of the CARES program has identified access to transportation for people with no insurance, no automobile, limited finances and our geographic location as major barriers for people needing to get to treatment. With this new partnership we will be able to coordinate and pay for transportation. Agger states, " we can provide the best motivation in the world to go to treatment, but it doesn't matter if a person has no way to get to it."
Thanks to the Greg DiAntonio Memorial Foundation they have solved one of the biggest barriers people face with a substance use disorder.
A COUNTRY WESTERN RECORDING ARTIST AND A GOOD FRIEND OF GREG'S HOMER STILES DEDICATES A SONG "THE DANCE" AT EVERYONE OF HIS PERFORMANCES ALWAYS KEEPING GREG IN HIS THOUGHTS.
Through out the year the Memorial receives Thank you cards, personal letters, pictures and Christmas cards from individuals that received help from the Greg DiAntonio Memorial in one form or another. Here is just one of the many cards we received this year from a family doing extremely well. We wanted to share this card with you not only to remind you that you were a large part in helping this family but to also share the joyous feeling of saving another life.
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The Greg DiAntonio Memorial Foundation donated $17,500.00 to Wildwood Catholic High School.
RECOGNIZED NATIONAL SPEAKER
The Greg DiAntonio Memorial fund sponsored a presentation put on by Dr. Buzz Mingin at the Cape May County Technical High School on October 4, 2017.
