Long Valley residents, John and Joanne Harrington, Tri-County Scholarship Fund's Making A Difference Honorees

Mendham, NJ — November 2025 — Tri-County Scholarship Fund (TCSF) announces that its 44th Annual Awards Dinner raised $2 million, to provide K–12 scholarships for financially disadvantaged children in northern New Jersey. More than 700 supporters, corporate partners, and community leaders gathered to recognize three honorees, and to celebrate the organization’s mission of opening doors to quality, values-based education for children from hardworking families with limited financial means.

TCSF recognized John and Joanne Harrington, of the family-owned, multi-generational New Jersey company, Harrington Construction. The Harringtons received Tri-County Scholarship’s Making a Difference Award for their contributions to the community and their particular support of education. The Harringtons were introduced by Fr. Michael Tidd, O.S.B., Headmaster of Delbarton School in Morristown, who praised the couple for their “quiet leadership, generosity, and commitment to others.” Said Fr, Michael, “The Harringtons exemplify the true ‘spirit of trusteeship’—always doing what is necessary to help people and communities not only survive, but thrive and flourish.”

During their remarks, Joanne and John Harrington expressed gratitude to the many friends, family, and colleagues who came out in their honor. Said Joanne Harrington, “The accomplished Tri-County scholarship students you meet tonight are shining examples of the power of educational opportunity. They are truly amazing and inspiring individuals.” John Harrington recounted the personal story of one Tri-County student, and remarked, “By helping young people in New Jersey acquire a quality education we can all make a lasting impact on our community.”

The evening featured student talent including from Cecily, a freshman at DePaul Catholic High School in Wayne, who received a standing ovation for her a cappella singing of the Star-Spangled Banner.

Tri-County Scholarship recipient, Bella, a senior at Pope John XXIII Regional High School in Sparta delivered the featured student address, sharing her family’s story, the challenges they have faced, and the doors that Tri-County scholarships opened for her future.

“We are profoundly grateful for the generosity in honor of this year’s award honorees, and in support of our students” said Tri-County president, Prudence Pigott. “Every dollar raised directly changes the trajectory of a child’s life. These scholarships provide access, stability, and hope—and our students repay that investment with hard work and tremendous promise.”

The Awards Dinner also recognized Mike Goldman, President and Chief Operating Officer of NFP, who received the Hall of Fame Award, and Jocelyn Grahame, Managing Partner of McKinsey & Company’s New Jersey office, the Leadership Award honoree.

Those who were unable to attend the November 3 Awards Dinner or who wish to experience its highlights again—can watch full replays of the honoree speeches and featured students at:

www.tcsfund.org/2025gala

About Tri-County Scholarship Fund

Founded in 1981, Tri-County Scholarship Fund addresses educational inequities by providing partial scholarships to financially disadvantaged K–12 New Jersey students. The organization partners with accredited, independent elementary and secondary schools to offer students safe, values-based educational opportunities that foster academic and personal growth. Over the past 44 years, TCSF has awarded more than 39,000 scholarships totaling over $41 million, enabling students to attend safe, high-quality schools, achieve a 100% high school graduation rate, and go on to college and productive careers.