On March 1, 2019 HACEF hosted its second Mardi Gras Gala to benefit Innovation, Technology, and the Arts in Harborfields School District. The event honored the Spirit of Service Award recipients:
Dan Bilawsky and Allison Scilla Arts Advocacy Award
Jimmy Pastorelli and Pete Pastorelli Community Partnership Award
Susan Turrini and Augustino Rettino Educational Advocacy Award
Kim Cagnazzi and Ellen Rieger “It Takes a Village” Distinguished Service Award
Pete Iovino Making “IT” Happen Award
The evening was a resounding success and a wonderful time was had by all who attended.