The Courage Awards Gala is both a celebration and a heartfelt tribute to compassionate community leaders who champion the CarePlus NJ mission and empower those facing the life-long challenges of mental health and addiction. It is our privilege to recognize the 2024 Courage Award Honorees:
For his dedication to addressing the mental health needs of New Jersey youth and community members.
For her commitment to improving lives by changing views about mental health and addiction.
The CarePlus Foundation Scholarship was created to recognize individuals for their outstanding courage, dedication, and commitment to furthering their education. The 2024 recipients, who have experienced chronic mental illness, emotional and learning disabilities, familial discord, financial limitations, and other obstacles, are committed to moving forward with their lives through education. The scholarship will help support this year’s recipients in pursuing their educational and professional goals. Your donation to the CarePlus Foundation directly supports these deserving individuals, empowering them to achieve their academic and professional goals. Thank you for your contribution to their journey towards brighter futures.
The Joseph Masciandaro Scholarship honors the ambition and dedication of our staff by awarding one deserving employee with support for their pursuit of an advanced degree or professional certification. Each year, we take pride in acknowledging and assisting our employees as they strive to achieve their goals. Named in tribute to the enduring legacy of Joseph Masciandaro, former President and CEO Emeritus of CarePlus NJ, this scholarship symbolizes 45 years of visionary leadership and commitment to excellence.
CarePlus NJ, INC. is dedicated to excellence in mental healthcare and has a commitment to life-long support needed by individuals and their families to ensure that they achieve their full potential and improve the quality of their lives.