Sheila Y. Oliver Foundation Celebrates Women's Leadership at Second Annual Legacy Brunch

The Sheila Y. Oliver Foundation hosted its second annual Legacy Brunch, bringing together over 350 guests to celebrate the legacy of the late Lieutenant Governor Sheila Y. Oliver and honor nine influential New Jersey women leaders. The event, held at the Valley Regency in Clifton, New Jersey, featured award-winning actress Tisha Campbell as the keynote speaker, who shared insights on leadership and public service inspired by her Newark roots.

Governor Phil Murphy highlighted the honorees' contributions to carrying forward Sheila Y. Oliver's mission of integrity, compassion, and tenacity. The brunch also marked the organization's rebranding to the Sheila Y. Oliver Foundation, signaling its commitment to civic engagement and leadership development. Proceeds from the event will support the foundation's efforts to empower underserved communities and cultivate the next generation of women leaders in various fields.

Honorees included notable figures such as Assemblywoman Shavonda E. Sumter and Linda J. Schwimmer, JD, among others, recognized for their community work and leadership. The event also celebrated the achievements of student interns and a scholarship recipient, furthering the foundation's educational goals. Sponsors like United Airlines and PSEG underscored the widespread support for the foundation's mission.