The annual Sweet Mother Awards gala honored a select group of exceptional women from across the country at The Water's Edge at Giovanni's in Darien Saturday night.
Founded by Eugenia Chinsman, the nonprofit event shines a spotlight on unsung female heroes who uplift their communities by putting service before self.
Among this year's recognized recipients was Jan Schaefer of New Canaan, who expressed immense gratitude for the honor.
Beyond celebrating extraordinary ordinary women, the gala raises vital scholarship funds for young people in both the Tri-State area and Sierra Leone.