08/30/2026
*UGCOA / DoGoodToAll Hosts Annual Picnic & Sports Day and Unity Cup 2026 at Johnson Park*
*North American Gujarati Christian Celebration 2026*
The United Gujarati Christian Organizations of America (UGCOA / DoGoodToAll) continued its cherished tradition with the successful hosting of its Annual Picnic and Sports Day on *Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Johnson Park in Piscataway, New Jersey.*
Established in 2019 under the motto *"Together We Are Strong,"* this annual gathering has become a cornerstone for the Gujarati Christian diaspora. This year, the event drew nearly 600 community members from across the United States and Canada for a beautiful day of fellowship, food, recreation, and spirited athletic competition featuring tennis cricket and volleyball.
More than just a sports tournament, the day provided a vibrant and much-needed opportunity for families, old friends, and relatives to reconnect, share memories, and strengthen community bonds amidst busy lives.
*Tournament Champions*
*Cricket Tournament Champions – Unity Cup 2026: Exodus (Brooklyn, NY)*
*Volleyball Tournament Champions 2026: Niagara Titans (Canada)*
*Community Excellence Awards*
*250 America Contest – Essay Winners:*
- Rose Macwan
- Reemona Macwan
*Entrepreneur of the Year 2026:*
- *Andy Christian* – Andy Christian Mortgages, Solar Energy, Life Insurance, Wills and Trusts
*Mayoral Recognition Recipients – 2026:*
In recognition of their outstanding service and contribution to the community:
Deacon Ketan Christian, Nelson Gamadia, Amitkumar Mackwan, Tushar Shendre, Mansi Macwan, Puri Macwan, Sheetal Christian, and Payal Parmar.
*Honoring Our Youth*
We proudly recognized our young children and youth for their dedicated contributions to our *first-ever Christmas Celebration for our non-Christian friends held in January 2026:*
Nitsa Newlyn Das, Chryssa Fredie Terence, Rose Reelove Macwan, Reemona Reelove Macwan, Nihit Nirmit David, Samuel Nelson Gamadia, Adelyn Fredie Terence, Manna Nelson Gamadia, Elkan Jimmy Christian, Abigail Jimmy Christian, Rachel Christi, Gabriel Chauhan, and Prarthana Patelia.
The UGCOA / DoGoodToAll family extends heartfelt thanks to all participants, volunteers, and supporters who made this celebration a grand success.
United Gujarati Christians of America
Do Good To All Nonprofit Organization
Neeraj Gamadia
Christian Samson
Loren
N & M Photography
