Montclair Haunted House Raises $10K For Local Food Pantries

The 2nd Annual Philip McNeal “Haunt for the Hungry” fundraiser knocked it out of the graveyard by raising $10,000 for local food pantries.

According to a release, the 2015 Haunt for the Hungry took place at two locations, each with its own theme and experience.

The “Moonlight Trail” was hosted by Van Dyk Healthcare of Montclair, and offered families a pumpkin adventure displayed around the grounds of Van Dyk Healthcare’s Montclair location.

In addition, a vampires vs. werewolves-themed haunted house was held at the home of Miguel and Susan Bermeo.

“As a family we are appreciative of the opportunity to contribute, but this event would not be possible without the countless volunteers who contribute so much time and effort,” Susan Bermeo stated.

Volunteers from Montclair, Glen Ridge, Montclair High School, the Montclair Kimberly Academy, Toni’s Kitchen, and the Human Needs Food Pantry were among the organizations who contributed to the effort, organizers stated.

Partners for Health provided matching funds to all individual donations, according to a release.

The “Haunt for the Hungry” fundraiser is named after the late, Philip McNeal, a past president of the board for the Human Needs Food Pantry who passed away in 2014.

File photo by William Warby

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