Events

Breakthrough is celebrating our 30th anniversary in 2025! Join us for the Spring Soirée on May 1st. This milestone event honors Breakthrough's dual mission: providing free year-round academic enrichment to middle school students & equipping aspiring educators. 📅 Thursday, May 1, 2025  🕕 6:00 - 10:00 PM 📍 The Bellevue Hotel, 200 South Broad Street, …

The Center for Hope Hospice provides terminally ill patients with the natural, humane care known as hospice and their families or loved ones with physical, emotional, and spiritual support during their time of need. The Center brings to its patients a new, caring quality of life that actively supports the individual’s right to live out …

Please join Kiwanis Club of Greater Toms River on Saturday May 3, 2025 for the 33rd Annual River to Bay 5K Classic, presented by the Kiwanis Club of Greater Toms River on its beautiful Island Heights course. This race is a USATF certified course. All participants must agree to the terms of the USATF Waiver as …

Volunteers are needed to help transform the event space to host the Derby Day event, where guests will watch the Kentucky Derby, listen to jazz music and enjoy food and beverages. Volunteer responsibilities include - setting up the space, decorate, set up registration tables, welcome guests, explain some of the activities that are taking place …

Children's Home Society (CHS) is providing the 2025 Ocean County Children's Festival on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 11 am to 3 pm at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library located at 101 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ. Throughout the day, local organizations will be providing children's activities including artists gallery, family …

On behalf of Women & Girls Education International, Hope in Her Eyes, and Bright Harbor Healthcare, we are hosting the “Beyond the Finish Line Inaugural Gala” to benefit all three organizations who are committed to helping the most vulnerable heal and thrive, whether that means through equine therapy, education or counseling and mental health services. …

On Wednesday, May 7, 2025 Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore will honor community leaders at our annual gala event hosted at TillingHouse at SunEagles in Eatontown. Funds raised at this charitable event support leadership programming and camping services provided by Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore to our more than 11,500 members in Monmouth …

Join The HOPE Center for the 4th Annual Golf Classic! This will be a day filled with prizes, raffles, great food and a lot of fun on the green for an amazing cause! All proceeds benefit the mission of The HOPE Center, which is to serve individuals and families in crisis with dignity and compassion, …

Shore Saves provides care, comfort, and compassion to animals in need while finding them loving homes and families.  Shore Saves is hosting our 4th annual Rescue Pawlooza, the fundraising event that helps our non-profit rescue dogs from NJ’s overcrowded shelters all year long, on May 10th at Bar Anticipation (Bar A) in Lake Como, NJ. …

Please join 21 Plus for their  Annual Golf Classic scheduled for Monday, May 12th at Greenbriar Oceanaire in Waretown. Sponsorship opportunities and foursomes are available, click here! For more information, please reach out to us at 732-240-3118 or info@21plus.org. Hope to see you there!    

Step Up for The Arc Walk & 5K is the biggest fundraiser for The Arc, Ocean County Chapter supporting 1,000 people with disabilities locally. We encourage our community to join us on May 17th at the BlueClaws for the walk or 5K race, register with a team, donate and fundraise! For more details visit www.arcocean.org. …

Hearts of Mercy is dedicated to breaking the poverty cycle through learning and enrichment programs that motivate at-risk children to create a better tomorrow.  Join us for a fun night for a great cause with "The Voice of Sinatra".  To purchase tickets and more information click here or call 908-783-0269.

Together, let’s walk to a lifetime of Yes! Yes, to finding solutions, better treatments and a cure. Whether you’re an arthritis warrior yourself or care about someone who is, sign up and raise funds for WALK to CURE Arthritis! Walk to Cure Arthritis Jersey Shore is the Arthritis Foundation’s nationwide signature event that unites communities …

Funds raised from the Third Annual Stronger Together for Parkinsons's Gift Auction will be directly contributed to groundbreaking research in Parkinson's and bring much needed awareness to the community. For more information click here.

Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is a state-based national non-profit organization dedicated to working with students of great promise who have multiple challenges that could prevent them from graduating. In four decades of operation, JAG has delivered consistent, compelling results – helping more than 1.7 million young people stay in school through graduation, pursue postsecondary …

Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia enables all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Join Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia for a Legal Affair on May 22nd, 2025, as we celebrate our Lawful Luminary, David Woolf and Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, …

Surflight is looking for volunteers to usher and work the concession stand (Joe's Place) for any shows during the 2025 season from May 28-December 31. If you usher or work in Joe's Place you are able to see the show/event for free. SURFLIGHT USHERING: Volunteers assist the public by welcoming them to the theatre, directing …

Walk to Cure Arthritis is the Arthritis Foundation’s nationwide signature event that unites communities across the country to put an end to arthritis. We aren't just helping the millions of people with arthritis to live better; we're charting the course to a cure. We are looking for volunteers to help with - •Set-Up •Photography •Check …

Waterspirit is a spiritual ecology nonprofit that informs, inspires, and empowers people of all beliefs to deepen their consciousness of the sacredness of water and the interdependence of all Earth’s systems. Walk for Water: We will walk starting a 9am at Hartshorne Park's Battery Loop (1402 Portland Rd. Highlands, NJ 07732). We will meet in …

Opportunity Project (OP) is a member-driven organization that enables persons with brain injuries to improve: Self-Esteem, Self-Determination, Personal Growth and Independence. Please learn more by visiting our website at www.opportunityproject.org. Please join us for our inaugural Walk-A-Thon hosted at the OP Clubhouse in Millburn, NJ. We look forward to a fun filled day filled with …

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The mission of Each Stitch Counts is to alleviate hygiene insecurity by providing food pantries with dish and laundry detergent. Containers of dish detergent include a handmade dishcloth donated by crafter volunteers. Households dealing with food insecurity often deal with hygiene insecurity. Enjoy a BlueClaws game and bring your favorite knitting, crochet, embroidery, quilting or any needlework project …

Family Promise of the Jersey Shore's mission is to help families experiencing homelessness and economic uncertainty achieve sustainable independence.  Little Egg Harbor Township Mayor Dan Maxwell and the Mayors Wellness Campaign have partnered with Family Promise of Jersey Shore to host the Run The Railroad 5K& 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, June 28th. All …

Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at The Oxx Foundation - Embracing The Journey's event. It's an event like no other, and we want you to be there! 🎉 We're excited to invite you to the Hope & Healing for Parkinson's Community Event, a heartfelt gathering dedicated to …

Fulfill accelerates food security throughout Monmouth & Ocean Counties by leading a collaborative movement that connects people to food and related resources while also addressing systemic barriers to self-sufficiency and well-being. Join Us for a Recurring Volunteer Project! Description Picking blueberries, collecting the fruit in buckets, packing containers and placing them into cardboard trays. The …

Each Stitch Counts Fundraiser at Freddy’s! Join us for a heartwarming cause! Stop by Freddy’s for a meal or some delicious frozen custard and mention you're there for the Each Stitch Counts fundraiser. When you do, 20% of your purchase will go toward helping us supply dish soap to local food pantries. Date: July 23, 2025 Location: Freddy’s …

🎉 Join the Oxx Foundation for a Jersey Shore BlueClaws Fundraising Event! Date: July 27,2025 Time: 1:05 PM Location: ShoreTown Ballpark, Lakewood, NJ Get ready for a fun-filled day at the ballpark! The Oxx Foundation invites you to a special fundraising event in partnership with the Jersey Shore BlueClaws. Enjoy America’s favorite pastime while supporting a great …

Health and Wellness Fair for local residents; over 25 vendors from hospitals, local organizations, banks, etc. participating; Food truck, giveaways.      

To Commemorate the 100-year Anniversary of The Great Gatsby Join us for a swell time at embrella's Speakeasy by the Sea fundraising event! TICKET INCLUDES Cocktail Hour and Dinner Buffet Limited Open Bar: wine, beer & The Salty Otter Entertainment by New York City Jazz Performer Izze Stein Gals - no pearls? Gents - no …

The mission of AVANZAR is - To empower individuals and families by working to secure their physical safety, emotional well-being, personal freedom, and financial security. Let’s Party with a PURPOSE! Join AVANZAR as they celebrate 50 years of safety, justice and empowerment. DID YOU KNOW . . . IN 2024 AVANZAR Provided 3,940 nights of shelter for …

Want to supercharge your board with fresh energy and bold ideas? 🎉 Come meet and mingle at our Fall Meet & Greet — where you’ll connect with our amazing OFB WaveMakers! These passionate changemakers are ready to roll up their sleeves and dive into local boards and committees to create real impact. ✨ Spots are limited, so don’t …

Interested in a Credit Confidence Workshop for Nonprofits? Looking to boost your nonprofit’s credit confidence? Join us in-person or virtually for a workshop with OceanFirst to build financial strength. 📅 Date: September 10, 2025 🕒 Time: 10 AM Register in one of two ways: 1. Attend In-Person (limited to the first 30 registrants) – click …

Interested in a Fraud Defense 101 Workshop for Nonprofits? We're excited to partner with the experienced team at OceanFirst Bank to spread fraud prevention knowledge. 📅 Date: September 16, 2025 🕒 Time: 10 AM Register in one of two ways: 1. Attend In-Person (limited to the first 30 registrants) – click here. 2. Join Virtually …

Wander and lose yourself among the magical beauty of the undersea world and its enchanting creatures. Enjoy the private setting with only Shriners Children’s guests supporting this fantastic mission. This will be a great evening event to help raise awareness and funds for the Shriners Children’s mission. Fin-Raise for Love is a business-casual event allowing …

Please join us for a seaside - Sunset Soirée - Honoring dedicated environmentalists and devoted ocean protectors, Valerie and Frank Montecalvo and Susan and Senator Joe Kyrillos.  to benefit Clean Ocean Action.  Friday, September 19, 2025 Cocktails - 5 to 6 PM Dining & Dancing - 6 to 9 PM Music by Brian Kirk and the Jirks! Rumson …

🎊 24th Annual MS Benefit – Food, Fun & Fundraising! 📅 Friday, September 19, 2025 📍 CentraState Medical Center – Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus Mark your calendars! You're invited to our 24th Annual Multiple Sclerosis Benefit — a beloved tradition packed with great food, exciting games, and plenty of ways to give back. All proceeds …

Lace up your sneakers and make every step count! Join Northern Ocean Habitat for our 9th annual Walk to Build on the beautiful Seaside Heights Boardwalk. This fun, family-friendly event brings the community together to raise awareness and funds to help build and repair safe, affordable homes for local families and individuals. Your support will …

Join Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey for the annual I Run for Girls 5K Run/Walk at the scenic Orange Reservoir! Whether you're running, walking, or volunteering, your support helps empower girls across New Jersey. They're seeking volunteers aged 16+ to assist with various event roles. You can still participate in the race and help out! Volunteer Shifts Available: …

Join Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey for the annual I Run for Girls 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, September 21 at 9 AM at the scenic Orange Reservoir in West Orange. Open to participants of all ages and abilities—including runners, walkers, families with strollers, and individuals using wheelchairs—this USATF-sanctioned community event supports Girl Scout Heart …

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Join us for an evening of local brews and community impact! HFHSOC is proud to host our Brews for Builds fundraiser, where guests can enjoy craft beer from Ship Bottom Brewery while supporting our mission to build safe, affordable homes for families in our community. Come raise a glass and help us build a better future—one home …

Join us for a day on the green in support of a meaningful cause! A Need We Feed delivers freshly packaged, nutritious meals to veterans, seniors, children, families, and individuals experiencing homelessness throughout Ocean County. Whether you're an avid golfer or just looking for a fun outdoor experience, our 3rd Annual Golf Outing offers something …

Communities Revolutionizing Open Public Spaces (C.R.O.P.S.) Annual Farm to Fork Dinner is our largest fundraising event of the year. The Farm to Fork Fundraiser helps fund the operational cost of running C.R.O.P.S.'s programming including our SNAP/WIC/SFMNP accessible farmers markets and Farm Share Program, the C.R.O.P.S. Food Hub which aggregates nutritious food from growers throughout Atlantic …

Join us for a day of outdoor fun and learning at Ike’s Hook’em Early Kids Fishing Event, where our mission is to connect underserved boys and girls with the joys of fishing and the beauty of nature. This hands-on experience offers up to 100 kids the chance to fish at a local lake, guided by passionate volunteers who …

 Red Bank Porchfest – October 4, 2025! Get ready for a day of free, live music throughout Red Bank! Stroll through town and enjoy performances from incredible local artists on porches, lawns, and front steps. Bring your friends, family, and a chair to soak in the sounds and community vibes.  Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025 Location: …

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Light the Night Walk is an inspirational community event that raises awareness and funding for groundbreaking research and treatment options to eliminate cancer. During a leisurely walk, you will see illuminated lanterns – white for survivors, red for supporters and gold in memory of loved ones lost to cancer. …

Join us for an unforgettable evening of light, hope, and community at Autumn Lights: Festival for Parkinson's — a celebration dedicated to raising awareness and support for those affected by Parkinson’s disease. Help us light up the night and make this event unforgettable! We’re looking for passionate, reliable volunteers to support various aspects of the …

Special Strides is gearing up for their fabulous Annual Gala, and they need awesome volunteers to help make the magic happen! If you love good vibes, great causes, and a little behind-the-scenes action, this is your moment to shine! 📞 Reach out to Laurie Landy at (732) 616-2588 or 📧 llandy@specialstrides.com to join the crew!

The 8th Annual Causeway CARes 5K Run and Walk Raising Awareness and Funds for Ocean County since 1969. Lace up your shoes and be a part of the 8th Annual Causeway 5K, where every step brings us closer to a stronger community. Join us as we run together, support each other and create a lasting …

We are looking to expand or volunteer base for our upcoming fall event and hoping to build a team for future growth and events! Hazlet’s Hope Network,  is an all volunteer group dedicated to uniting the skills and experience of recovery teams with area patients seeking lifesaving changes from substance use disorder through long term …

OceanFirst Foundation is excited to partner with the Information Security team at OceanFirst Bank and FBI Newark to promote digital safety - raising awareness about cyber threats, empowering communities with knowledge, and helping minimize cyber crime before it happens. 📅 Date: October 16, 2025 🕒 Time: 10 AM To join virtually – click here.

At Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity, our community is our steady anchor. Our Anchors of Hope Gala will celebrate and honor the outstanding individuals and partners who help make our mission possible. Just as an anchor provides stability and security, Habitat serves as a steadfast foundation for families in need of safe, affordable housing. This …

A Cabaret Variety Show benefiting The SheShed, a nonprofit Feminine Pantry for those in need. Based in Keansburg, The SheShed provides free feminine health products across Monmouth County, NJ. Featuring live vocals, comedy, drag, & performances that will certainly leave you entertained! Hosted by Betty Buttonz & Aya Vlasheez. All ticket proceeds benefit The Shed. …

Lupus Research Alliance Invites New York Metro Community to Walk with Us to Cure Lupus October 18 The Lupus Research Alliance is hosting its annual “2025 New York Walk with Us to Cure Lupus” event Saturday, October 18 at the Intrepid Museum in Manhattan! This in-person fundraising event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with …

Join us for our fall fundraiser, the New Jersey Oyster Festival! Admission includes a commemorative glass and all you can eat raw oysters from local purveyors and their varietals, admission to the speaker series and our Blue Grass music. Local oyster purveyors will be here with their varietals. Taste them all and vote for you …

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Light the Night Walk is an inspirational community event that raises awareness and funding for groundbreaking research and treatment options to eliminate cancer. During a leisurely walk, you will see illuminated lanterns - white for survivors, red for supporters and gold in memory of loved ones lost to cancer. …

Get ready for our Candy-Coated Trunk-or-Treat — a magical evening of fun, treats, and giving back! This family-friendly event will feature: Trunk-or-treating from festively decorated trunks Fun games and seasonal activities Surprising delights for all ages Brand-new warm winter coats for kids Access to valuable community resources including health services, food assistance, local programs, and more! Let’s come …

Get ready for our Candy-Coated Trunk-or-Treat — a magical evening of fun, treats, and giving back! This family-friendly event will feature: Trunk-or-treating from festively decorated trunks Fun games and seasonal activities Surprising delights for all ages Brand-new warm winter coats for kids Access to valuable community resources including health services, food assistance, local programs, and more! Let’s come …

Join the Volunteer Center of South Jersey as we honor the incredible individuals and groups making a difference in communities across South Jersey. The Spirit of Community celebration shines a spotlight on those leading positive change through service. Celebrate with us in true Vollywood style on October 23, 2025—with a red carpet entrance, Volunteer Walk …

Join the Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE), Better Impact, and Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada (VMPC) for the 11th Annual Volunteer Management Hybrid Conference, proudly co-hosted locally by the Volunteer Center of South Jersey (a program of Jersey Cares) and the Nonprofit Development Center of South Jersey. This year’s theme, “Show Them the …

Unity Square will be hosting a trunk or treat event where WaveMakers will host a trunk (or table) to provide warm winter coats to the youth in attendance from Operation Warm. Unity Square, a division of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen, is a social justice effort and community organizing of Catholic Charities in New Brunswick. …

Looking to expand your board with talented people? Or ready to raise your hand and join a board this year? We’re looking for OFB Looking to expand your board with talented people? Or ready to raise your hand and join a board this year? We’re looking for OFB WaveMakers and community members who are excited …

Harvest for Hunger is a wine and craft beer tasting event, with gourmet foods prepared and served by CK’s culinary arts students under the direction of a team of professional chefs. It also includes live and silent auctions, and raffles, which make for a lively evening. Volunteers needed to help solicit auction/raffle prizes for the …

Join us as we break ground on our brand-new UCAN Farmer Instructional Garden! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us build 20 new garden beds and fill them with nutrient-rich compost. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just love getting your hands dirty for a good cause, we’d love to have you join us.  Date: November 19th, 2025 …

Join us in spreading holiday cheer at the Jingle Bell Run, a festive and family-friendly 5K run/walk benefiting the Arthritis Foundation. Held at the iconic Bell Works, this event raises awareness and funds to support individuals and families living with arthritis.  Volunteer Roles -   Event Breakdown Crew Assist with packing and storing leftover items Help dismantle tables, …

Pet & Family Holiday Photos with Santa Fundraiser 📍 Icarus Brewing Join us for a festive day of fun! Your admission includes: Lunch buffet Door prize entry Professional holiday photo with Santa Enjoy gift basket raffles, a 50/50 drawing, and holiday vendor shopping inside the brewery. ✨ Proceeds benefit Ocean Partnership for Children, supporting local …

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