(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- On Sunday, November 6, 2022, The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County (The Chest) presents 'A Journalist's Perspective' with TV news reporter Jen Maxfield. The public is invited to hear the Emmy-Award winning journalist and substitute anchor with NBC New York discuss her first book, More After the Break: A Reporter Returns to Ten Unforgettable News Stories, from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at the Englewood Field Club, located at 341 Englewood Street in Englewood, New Jersey. All attendees will receive a copy of her book.
The discussion is open to the public and will provide an opportunity to learn about a journalist's life, while also obtaining insights into the stories behind-the-scenes of the news reported on television. Students interested in the fields of journalism or writing will be able to hear a local newscaster tell her story.
The discussion is part of a series of events planned to celebrate The Chest's 90th anniversary and continue its mission to lead initiatives and support nonprofits that make communities stronger and benefit people in need in eastern Bergen County. The event's net proceeds will benefit The Community Chest's Young Women's Leadership Program (YWL). Founded in 2017, the YWL Program provides competitive awards to outstanding high school juniors or seniors identifying as female and holds leadership workshops for the applicants.
For registration, tickets and information about the discussion and the Young Women's Leadership Program, visit www.tinyurl.com/jenmaxfield. Tickets to attend the discussion are $40 for adults and $10 for students. For information about The Chest, the 90th anniversary celebration, and events, visit the organization's website or call 201-568-7474.
Founded in 1933, The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County, a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization, has supported local not-for-profit agencies for nearly 90 years. The Chest leads initiatives and supports nonprofits that make our communities stronger and benefit people in need in eastern Bergen County. Each year, The Chest raises funds and allocates them to agencies demonstrating the capacity to provide services to local citizens. The organization also provides coordinating and planning services in its communities, serving as a bridge between agencies and organizations and investing in the stability and quality of the service network.
The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's Board of Managers is comprised of community leaders dedicated to improving the lives of neighbors in need. People interested in being considered for board membership may contact Executive Director Dr. Shelly Wimpfheimer at (201) 568-7474.
