Lights, camera, action – a night of glitz and glamor for a great cause is headed your way!
On Thursday, February 27th, the James R. Halsey Foundation will be hosting its Third Annual Red Carpet Premiere Night. This year’s celebration will take place on Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Trenton Country Club, located at 201 Sullivan Way, Ewing Township, NJ 08628.
And of course, what’s a great red carpet premiere without a star-studded lineup? To help set the stage for this year’s event, the JRH Foundation has teamed up with a number of community leaders to recreate scenes from your favorite films, including Moneyball, Selma, and Ocean’s 8.
This year’s lineup of dynamic nominees includes:
Nominees for Best Actor & Best Supporting Actor:
- Dr. Eric Schwartz, Capital Health
- Harold Smith, Smith Family Foundation
- Perry Shaw, Trenton Community Street Team
- Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo, NJ 14th Legislative District
Nominees for Best Actress & Best Supporting Actress:
- Pat Hartpence, NJM
- Nina Melker, William Penn Bank, Mercer County Commissioner
- Stacey Denton, Mercer County Community College
- Det. Tamika Veal, Trenton Police Department
In addition to celebrating this outstanding panel of stars, the evening will feature live performances, a night of dancing to DJ Jimmy G, and the much-anticipated announcement of the recipient of our third Lifetime Achievement Award. This award honors a steadfast commitment to the mission and values of the James R. Halsey Foundation of the Arts.
Those interested in attending can purchase their tickets here: Red Carpet Night. Tickets are available for $150 per person, with proceedings supporting the JRH Foundation’s many programs and initiatives. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, additional information can be found here: Sponsorship details. The James R. Halsey Foundation of the Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring and educating youth through filmmaking and the arts, equipping them with valuable life and employment skills.
Per Joseph Halsey, Founder and CEO of the JRH Foundation for the Arts, “The James R. Halsey Foundation of the Arts Red Carpet Night is more than a fundraiser—it’s a celebration of creativity, community, and the transformative power of the arts. Every dollar raised helps us empower young voices, inspire future filmmakers, and build a brighter future through storytelling.”
For more information on this and more regarding the JRH Foundation for the Arts, please visit their website, linked here: JRH Foundation. If you are unable to make it to this year’s celebration but would still like to support the transformative work of the Foundation, donations can be made online here: Donate – JRH Foundation. Any questions leading up to the event may be directed to the JRH Foundation at (609) 938-3673 or info@jrhfoundation.org for further assistance. Your presence at the premiere offers the promise of arts education to a child in your community, so be certain to snag your tickets now for a heartwarming night of fun and film!
