Our Mission
OceanFirst Foundation empowers nonprofits to think bigger, solve more problems, and make life better in the neighborhoods served by OceanFirst Bank. The Foundation partners with local community organizations and schools, providing the resources and expertise to help put great ideas into action.
Our Priorities
Health & Wellness Healthy people make healthy communities.
We’re committed to taking care of our neighbors and supporting healthcare organizations that help us stay well.
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Our Priorities
Housing Home is where the heart is.
That’s why we lend a helping hand to partners providing safe shelter and housing support services to our neighbors.
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Our Priorities
Improving Quality of Life Beautiful vibrant places, wonderful people.
We’re proud to support arts and culture, food banks, senior services, environmental groups and community-based nonprofits that make central and southern New Jersey a great place to live.
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Our Priorities
Youth Development and Education Paving the way to a bright future.
Children need safe, supportive environments to learn and grow. We support innovative classrooms, provide scholarships and a pathway to higher education, and help young adults to reach their full potential.
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Check out what's going on. Latest News

OceanFirst is proud to introduce its inaugural CommunityFirst Day! On October 6, 2022 our... Read more

We’re pleased to highlight our OceanFirst Bank colleagues who are making a difference... Read more

OceanFirst Foundation is proud to support the work of 10 Habitat for Humanity chapters in the... Read more

Remember how much fun you had at summer camp as a kid? We’re excited to help to bring... Read more

Fantastic news for students in the OceanFirst Bank footprint! We’re building upon our... Read more

In 2019, OceanFirst Foundation was honored with the opportunity to name a service dog sponsored... Read more

Grant Opportunities

OceanFirst Foundation is proud to team up with the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, a minor league team… Learn More

For 2021, the Foundation has modified its Major Grant program to offer General Operating/Flexible Support… Learn More

Remember how much fun you had at camp as a kid? We’re excited to bring that joyful experience to… Learn More