Windfall, R.I. – The primary annual John Hazen White III Memorial Tribute was held below sunny skies on Saturday, April 27, at Narragansett Brewery. It was a memorable day stuffed with unity and celebration. Individuals included Taco workers, cherished members of the family, pricey associates, and valued companions at Group Preparatory Faculty.
The occasion started with a significant one-mile stroll/run, symbolizing the shared dedication to our neighborhood and its well-being. The slogan, “Come Stroll or Run in Reminiscence of Maddie’s Daddy,” supplied an additional particular, heartfelt incentive.
Following the stroll/run, the festivities continued on the brewery, the place attendees loved dwell music, scrumptious meals, and the joyous camaraderie of being collectively. It was a time to mirror on the affect of John Hazen White III’s legacy and to honor his imaginative and prescient of creating a optimistic distinction within the lives of others.
“Seeing everybody right here right now means a lot to us,” mentioned Kate White, Company Social Duty Companion at Taco. “That is precisely the kind of occasion that John would have liked—a chance to spend time along with household and associates for such an exquisite trigger. We want he was nonetheless right here, however we all know he lives on in all of us,” Kate mused.
John H. White, Jr, Government Chairman and Proprietor of Taco, mirrored on the day. “In the present day’s occasion was actually particular. Sharing time along with associates, household and the Taco neighborhood is the right option to have fun John’s life and the enjoyment he delivered to all those that knew him,” mentioned John.
“We’re so grateful for everybody becoming a member of us right here to pay tribute to John,” mentioned Ben White, Program Supervisor, Enterprise Operations at Taco. “He made us all higher individuals and continues to have a optimistic affect on our lives. As we’ve got been saying, love will not be a large enough phrase on the subject of John,” concluded Ben.
We invite you to think about donating to the John Hazen White III Endowed Scholarship fund at Group Preparatory Faculty. Your beneficiant donations will assist us proceed his legacy of empowering younger minds and remodeling lives. Particulars on tips on how to donate may be discovered at .