ORADELL, NJ, October 17, 2025– Bergen Catholic was honored to welcome Hearts of Joy International to come speak in Crusader Country in a school-wide assembly. Hearts of Joy International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing life-saving heart surgery for children with Down syndrome.

The BC community heard from its founder Lauren Costabile, listened to the talented Arik Ancelin perform and win over the entire BC student body, and also listened to a personal story from BC mom and Z100 radio personality Danielle Monaro AP ‘23, CP ‘27.

For more information on how to support this incredible cause, please visit heartsofjoyinternational.com