The Italian Club of Staten Island Foundation played host to a crowd of some 200 at their annual gala staged in LiGreci’s Staaten, the West Brighton catering spot where four individuals were recognized for their service to community. Lauded during the evening were: Jackie Delfino and Nicholas Principato, residents of On Your Mark under the leadership of executive director, John Bilotti, Gary LiGreci of The Staaten and Gary Perone, assistant general manager, of the Brooklyn Cyclones.

Co-chairs were Victor N. Popolano, president of the organization and Anthony A. Maniscalco, immediate past president. Proceeds from the Italian Club’s major event fund their college scholarships for deserving high school seniors, as well donations to local charities.