The Remembering Jamie Foundation is set to host its 24th Annual Italian Dinner Night on Saturday, Feb. 24, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Elks Lodge in Egg Harbor Township. This cherished event honors the memory of Jamie Crescenzo, who tragically passed away in a car accident on Feb. 18, 2000, at the age of 20. A graduate of Egg Harbor Township High School and a full-time student at Atlantic Cape Community College, Jamie’s life was cut short on her way to work during severe weather conditions.
In the wake of this tragedy, Jamie’s parents, Jim and Margaret Crescenzo, established the Remembering Jamie Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, to celebrate Jamie’s life and the values she held dear: family, friends, community, and education. The foundation awards annual scholarships to deserving students from Egg Harbor Township High School, Atlantic Cape Community College, and Stockton University, in addition to providing grants to local community organizations such as the Egg Harbor Township Police Athletic League, and Covenant House.
Over the years, the Crescenzo family has witnessed the profound impact of these scholarships on the lives of their recipients, many of whom maintain contact and express gratitude for the foundation’s support. Jim Crescenzo emphasizes the significance of this gesture of faith in the students’ potential, noting, “More than the money, it is the vote of confidence that matters the most.”
Jamie’s legacy of kindness and community service continues to inspire those around her, from her involvement in her high school’s Key Club and her role as manager of the Girls Basketball team to her generous support of coworkers in need. The Italian Dinner Night not only serves as a tribute to Jamie’s spirit but also as a crucial fundraiser for the foundation’s ongoing scholarship and grant initiatives.
For those interested in attending the Italian Dinner Night or seeking further information, please visit www.rememberingjamie.org. Join us in celebrating Jamie’s life and supporting the aspirations of young individuals in our community.
