Columbia Bank Employees Support Autism New Jersey with $10,000 Award

August 23, 2018

Autism New Jersey was the latest recipient of Columbia Bank’s monthly $10,000 Employee Sponsored Giving Program.

Speaking at the check presentation ceremony, bank employee Jennifer Felipe shared a poignant and emotional story about her nephews, both diagnosed with autism, and the challenges they face. Understanding how Autism New Jersey offers support to families like hers, Jennifer nominated Autism New Jersey for this monthly award from the Columbia Bank Foundation.

“We are incredibly grateful to the Columbia Bank Foundation and their dedication and commitment to supporting local charities that directly impact their employees,” noted Brynn Alberici, Autism New Jersey’s Manager of Special Events and Community Relations. “Partnerships between Autism New Jersey and community business leaders like Columbia Bank make our efforts on behalf of families like Jennifer’s possible.”

We are grateful to the Columbia Bank Foundation and their employees for this generous gift.  Learn more about other how businesses can assist Autism New Jersey and support our important work.

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