A Joyful Success! SSJCAA’s First Fundraising Event – July 5, 2025

The Sœurs de Saint-Joseph de Cluny Alumni Association (SSJCAA) proudly hosted its first-ever fundraising event on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at CB Smith Park, FL, and what a day it was!

Thanks to your presence, support, and positive energy, it was a truly unforgettable day filled with unity, laughter, and generosity.

Bridging Generations, Inspiring Change! Relier les générations, inspirer le changement!

💃 Music, Laughter, and Great Vibes!

A special thank you to:

🎧 DJ, Mr. James Alexandre, kept the party alive with vibrant music that had everyone dancing and smiling.
🎤 Animator, Mr. Yves Blot, whose energy, charisma, and crowd engagement made the day feel joyful and connected from start to finish.

Mr. Yves Blot & Mr. James Alexandre

Thank you for the wonderful music, joyful laughter, and enjoyable moments.

Music Is Life

The DJ played a vibrant mix of konpa and kompa rare, instantly bringing Haiti’s spirit alive. The music, rich with culture and history, filled the air and drew everyone to dance, celebrating our roots, community, and resilience. Each song sparked smiles and shared memories, honoring the homeland that unites us.

Celebrating Together: A Festive Vibe That Brought Us All Closer

 

🍽️ Food That Brought Us Together

Our heartfelt gratitude to Doucė Restaurant & Lounge - Pembroke Pines, our event food partner, for serving delicious and authentic cuisine that added warmth, culture, and flavor to our gathering. Guests are still talking about the amazing dishes!

Mr. Alexandre Thoby

Mr. Thoby of Doucė Restaurant & Lounge - Pembroke Pines sharing valuable wisdom.

The Team!

The driving force behind an extraordinary event.

 

United in Brotherhood & Sisterhood

We were especially proud to acknowledge the presence of alums from:

  • Collège Notre-Dame du Perpetuel Secours (CNDPS)

  • Fondation Sainte Rose de Lima (FSRL)

Your involvement added richness and unity to the event, reminding us that together we are stronger.

CNDPS

We sincerely appreciate your active participation and valuable involvement.

Soeurs de Saint-Joseph de Cluny

Heartfelt thanks to our Sainte Rose de Lima sisters for their support.

CNDPS & SSJC

May this friendship remains a lifelong bond built on shared values, respect, and mutual support.

 

🎟️ Raffle Winners – Let’s Celebrate!

One of the most anticipated moments of the day was the raffle drawing—and it did not disappoint! Congratulations to our lucky winners:

  • 🥇 First Prize: Mr. Elyan Chery – A stunning win that brought excitement and loud cheers from the crowd!

  • 🥈 Second Prize: Mr. Joseph Felix – A joyful and humble celebration that reminded us of the beauty of giving and receiving.

  • 🥉 Third Prize: Mrs. Yola Maynard Saint-Clair – Her bright smile and energy lit up the moment as she accepted her well-deserved prize!

A huge thank you to everyone who participated and helped raise funds to support SSJCAA’s mission.

The Raffle Drawing

The raffle drawing was conducted by an independent entity who has no affiliation with the Soeurs de Saint-Joseph de Cluny Alumni Association. This measure was taken to ensure the fairness and transparency of the process.

Winner!!!!

Naturally, it had to be a Collégien!!!

The Winner

Thank you, Mr. Joseph Felix, for your donation!

 

A Meaningful Milestone

This event marked a significant milestone for SSJCAA, the beginning of a tradition built on community, purpose, and impact. With your continued support, we are building a legacy of empowerment, connection, and service.

He Could Dance!

Who would have thought...

We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of our first fundraising picnic. Whether through your presence, donations, or support from afar, your generosity and commitment made a lasting impact. Every contribution, big or small, helped us take a meaningful step toward our mission. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in the vision of SSJCAA and walking this journey with us.

FABIOLA FERDINAND

SSJCAA, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering lifelong connections among alums, supporting their personal and professional growth, and contributing to the continued success of our alma mater and its community.

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