
24TH ANNUAL SALUTE TO PATRIOTISM GALA
Supporting the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation
Please join us for our 24th Annual Salute to Patriotism Gala on Thursday, November 5, 2020 at Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club.
Our Annual Gala provides support for the care of the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial. It also supports the Vietnam Era Museum and its educational programs, outreach, ceremonies, research initiatives and exhibitions. As the only site of its kind in the country, your support of the Foundation and our Veterans ensures that the legacies and lessons of the Vietnam Era will continue to be taught to future generations.
2020 Honorees

For more than 120 years, Johnson & Johnson has been committed to supporting the heroes in our community: the military service members, the families that welcome them home, and the health professionals who provide care. Through the power of their presence and partnerships around the world, Johnson & Johnson is committed to keeping our heroes healthy and enabling them to bring their unique experiences and strengths home to their communities and is a Healthcare Partner of the USO.
Johnson & Johnson was the largest provider of medical supplies during the Vietnam War.

Brigadier General Bannister organizes, trains, equips and sustains combat-ready medical forces for rapid deployment and employment. She is responsible to the ACC Commander for the healthcare of 81,000 active duty and civilian personnel located at 11 bases and more than 300 operating locations worldwide, as
well as a comprehensive, community-based health care system.
In addition to her impressive resume, Gen. Bannister has a strong personal connection with the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation – her father, Stephen Rusch, was killed in action in Vietnam and is remembered on the March 7th panel of our Memorial.
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Event Details
Thursday, November 5, 2020
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
at Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club
in Farmingdale, New Jersey
Sponsorship & Registration:
Exclusive Event Sponsor . . . $25,000
Platinum Sponsor . . . $15,000
Gold Sponsor . . . $10,000
Silver Sponsor . . . $5,000
Bronze Sponsor . . . $2,500
Valet Sponsor . . . $1,000
Sponsor a Veteran & their Guest . . . $450
Individual Ticket(s) . . . $225 each
Get more information on sponsorship by contacting Jillian Decker, Director of Development, at 732.335.0033, ext. 110 or jdecker@njvvmf.org or by visiting our Sponsorship Page.
Questions? Contact Jillian Decker, Director of Development, at jdecker@njvvmf.org
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Michael Coale
New Prince Concrete
NJVVMF Huey Restoration Crew
Suplee, Clooney & Company
VVA State Council
Mouse over the images below for additional auction details. The auction supports the Vietnam Era Museum and its educational programs, ceremonies, research initiatives and exhibitions.
NY Jets Authentic Lithograph 2019 Signed Football
Courtesy of the NY Jets
Legacy Portrait Experience with Bernards Inn Stay
Courtesy of Stephen Taylor
Foursome Round of Golf at Sky View Golf Club
Courtesy of Sky View Golf Club
One Semester of Group or Tiny Tot Lessons
Courtesy of Kierson Farm
Full-Day Family Admission (5) w/Unlimited Activities
Courtesy of Alstede Farms
Eagle Oaks Foursome w/Golf Cart Rental
Courtesy of Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club
Bruce Springsteen Package
Courtesy of Monmouth County Historical Association
Two (2) Fishing Passes aboard Miss Belmar Princess
Courtesy of Miss Belmar Princess
Admission for Four (4) to Autumn Timber Fest
Courtesy of Shawnee Mountain
Thursday Night Show for Ten (10)
Courtesy of Stress Factory
Lot of Eight (8) Vietnam Era Books
Courtesy of The Army Historical Foundation
Rolling Stones Autographed Fender Guitar
Courtesy of Charity Fundraising
Twosome Round of Golf at Sky View Golf Club
Courtesy of Sky View Golf Club
Two (2) Tickets to Two River Theater 2020-21 Season
Courtesy of Two River Theater
$100 Spa Services Certificate
Courtesy of Tao Massage
Two (2) Field-Level Seats at MetLife Stadium
Courtesy of Gordon Pingicer
Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruise for Four (4)
Courtesy of Atlantic City Cruises
Family Portrait Experience at Bernardsville Studio
Courtesy of Stephen Taylor
Liquor Gift Basket
Courtesy of Steele’s Wine Cellar
$25 Clydz Restaurant Certificate
Courtesy of Clydz
Hors D’Oeuvres
– Apple Walnut Brie Beggers Purses
– Asparagus Pastry Rolls
– Beef Bouruignoone Puffs
– Chicken Saltimbocca
– Kobe Beef Cheese Burger Sliders
– Pulled Pork on a Biscuit
– Shrimp Casino
– Spinach & Artichoke Crisps
– Sweet Potato Puffs
Dinner Menu
– Club Cut Prime Sirloin & Miso Salmon with Chive Puree
– Seasoned Mashed Potatoes
– Asparagus & Baby Carrots
Cocktail Hour Stations
– Antipasto Selection
– Mozzarella with Balsamic Glaze & Marinated Tomatoes
– Garden Fresh Crudités
– Crostini with Bruschetta & Hummus
– Seasonal Fresh Fruit & Berries
– Penne Vodka
– Orrechiette Broccoli Rabe & Sausage
– Citrus Salad
Dessert
– Flourless Chocolate Cake
– Coffee & Tea