HARRIS- The Center for Discovery (TCFD, The Center) announced today that TCFD Board Chair, Edward C. Sweeney, will be honored at its upcoming Evening of Discovery Gala. The annual event will be held on Tuesday, May 7th, 2024 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.
The Evening of Discovery Gala is The Center’s largest fundraising event of the year, with proceeds benefiting some of TCFD’s most transformative programs including organic farming and nutrition, the Animal Assisted Intervention and Education program, the Integrated Arts program including recreation and music therapy, assistive technology, and capital improvements across TCFD’s campuses. Monies raised from the event also support the 1,700 staff members with benefits such as daycare and summer camp for their children, ride share transportation, as well as tuition reimbursement and scholarships. An internationally-recognized research and innovation organization, TCFD serves nearly 1,200 children and adults annually who have complex disabilities, medical frailties and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
Ed Sweeney is the SVP external relations at NRS, Inc. Founded in 1952, NRS (National Retail Systems, Inc.) is a third generation Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage company. Headquartered in Lyndhurst, NJ with operations and facilities throughout the United States, NRS provides comprehensive solutions to clients’ supply chain needs.
Sweeney, one of seven children from Rockville Centre, Long Island graduated from Hofstra University. After college, Sweeney spent the first 20 years of his professional life as a trader and member of the New York Stock Exchange. Prior to joining NRS, he held positions at Bear Wagner, Lehman, Barclays, and most recently Morgan Stanley.
Inspired by the extraordinary care of a family member, Ed joined The Center for Discovery’s Board in 2011 and in 2016 was elected Chair. For over 13 years, he has been a tireless advocate for children and adults with…
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