Driving the legacy Forward

The Albert E. Karwowski Foundation was created to celebrate the life and legacy of Albert E. Karwowski, a man known for his deep love of family, his commitment to community, and his generous heart. Albert devoted countless hours to supporting others through his work with the Knights of Columbus and his quiet acts of financial kindness, mentoring, and service. He loved golf, loved bringing people together, and loved making life a little brighter for everyone around him.

The Foundation was established to “drive the legacy forward” by raising funds for charitable organizations that reflect Albert’s values. Through this foundation’s events, we honor his spirit of compassion, leadership, humor, and heart, and we continue the work he spent his life doing: supporting the community he cherished.

the team behind the aek foundation

Our foundation is supported by a dedicated committee of family, friends, and community members who help plan and run events each year.

  • Founder / Event Director / Marketing & Communications

    The Albert E. Karwowski Foundation was created by his daughter, Kate Karwowski, as a way to honor her father’s extraordinary legacy of generosity, community service, and love. Kate developed this foundation to reflect the values Albert lived by; supporting his community, uplifting others quietly and selflessly, and finding joy in bringing people together. As Event Director and Communications Lead, she guides both the strategic direction of the foundation and the storytelling that shares Albert’s legacy with the community, ensuring his impact continues to inspire others.

  • Co-Founder / Sponsorship Chair

    Martin Kuhn is the Co-Founder and Sponsorship Chair of the Albert E. Karwowski Foundation. As a general manager with Wawa, Martin brings his outgoing personality, strong community relationships, and natural ability to connect with people into his role coordinating sponsors and donor partnerships. He knew Albert well and shared a love of golf with him, making this foundation especially meaningful. Martin is committed to honoring Albert’s legacy through service, generosity, and dedication to family - values he brings to the foundation and to every sponsorship relationship he builds.

  • Treasurer

    Meghan is the Treasurer for the Albert E. Karwowski Foundation, bringing over a decade of experience in banking and accounting to the role. Having known Albert for 20 years, she carries a deep respect for his generosity and love for his community. Meghan oversees the foundation’s financial management with professionalism and care, ensuring that every contribution is tracked accurately and supports the charitable causes that mattered most to Albert. Her expertise and personal connection make her an invaluable part of continuing his legacy.

  • Logistics & Operations Coordinator

    Bruce Kuhn serves as the Logistics & Operations Coordinator for the Albert E. Karwowski Foundation. As the President of Kuhns Auto Repair in Cedarville, NJ, Bruce brings over a decade of hands-on experience in problem-solving, operations, and keeping complex systems running smoothly. His calm, reliable, and detail-oriented approach makes him a natural fit for managing event-day logistics and ensuring everything flows seamlessly behind the scenes. Bruce’s commitment to community, paired with his operational expertise, helps support the foundation’s mission and honors Albert’s legacy with professionalism and heart.

  • Registration Chair / Volunteer Coordinator

    Leanne Kuhn serves as the Registration Chair and Volunteer Coordinator for the Albert E. Karwowski Foundation. A former teacher and guidance counselor, Leanne brings exceptional organization, patience, and people skills to the role. Friendly, supportive, and community-minded, she ensures a seamless check-in experience and leads the volunteer team with warmth and energy in honor of Albert’s legacy.

  • Outreach Coordinator

    Jess serves as the Outreach Coordinator for the Albert E. Karwowski Foundation. With experience in volunteering and fundraising events, she brings strong communication skills and a passion for community engagement to the role. Jess helps build relationships with local businesses and donors, supporting the foundation’s mission and helping carry on Albert’s legacy of generosity.

Participation policy

Participation in Foundation events, committees, and volunteer roles is subject to approval by Foundation leadership. The Foundation reserves the right to decline involvement from individuals whose conduct or alignment poses safety or mission concerns.

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