OceanFirst Foundation

Hearts of Mercy - Move to Learn
2025-04-03 14:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | PA
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 Hearts of Mercy and Stockton University’s Exercise Science students with their Move to Learn program to promote fitness education for youth. Come participate in our field day for candy, snacks, and prizes! This event is open to K-12 students!
For more information contact info@hearts-of-mercy.org.

Run A Palooza- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Coastal & Northern NJ
2025-04-05 08:00 - 11:00 | Shore Lanes, 701 NJ-35, Neptune City, 07753
BBBSCNNJ is grateful to receive a portion of the proceeds from this event because of our committed volunteers, and with your support, we can continue to make a positive difference in the lives of local children. Volunteers will handle items such as: setting up a water station, filling water cups, handing water out to runners, cleaning up area.
Asbury Park, NJ

Saturday, April 5th | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Volunteers Needed: 5

Interested volunteers should reach out to Haley Fay at hfay@mentornj.org

Ocean County Library - 8th Annual Autism Resources Fair
2025-04-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, 08753
The Ocean County Library is hosting it’s 8th Annual Autism Resources Fair: Spotlight on Children’s Services at the Toms River Branch on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10 a.m.
Medical professionals, educators, therapists, attorneys, and other professionals will be available to describe their services and to answer your questions.
Check out the resources that are offered at the Ocean County Library and stop by Fair to learn more information about related topics. For more information visit: https://theoceancountylibrary.libnet.info/event/12706670

Home Runs for Heroes Season Kick Off
2025-04-08 17:30 - 19:00 | PA
Save the date! Stay tuned for details.

EarthShare NJ - Environmental Equity Today Webinar
2025-04-08 19:00 - 20:00 | PA
EarthShare New Jersey connect businesses, nonprofits and individuals to protect and restore New Jersey’s natural environment, assuring a better quality of life for all.
Environmental Equity Today Webinar: Generational Roots
Join us for a discussion with founders of the first Union City Community Garden. There is something for everyone to learn about caring for a community and this webinar helps to provide some of that knowledge. The creation of this garden involved great coordination with the local community and government. That effort has had a profound impact on food justice in the area and intergenerational connections.
This is a FREE program, but Advanced Registration is Required – https://earthsharenj.networkforgood.com/events/84831-environmental-equity-today-webinar.
If you need additional information or have any questions contact Paula at paldarelli@earthsharenj.org.

Alzheimer's New Jersey Spring Gala
2025-04-10 18:00 - 21:00 | PA
OceanFirst Bank is honored to be recognized alongside NJ Manufacturers at this year’s Spring Gala. To learn more about how you can support Alzheimer’s New Jersey, click here.

EarthShare New Jersey - The Green Day Challenge
2025-04-12 09:00 - 12:00 | South Riverwalk Park, John Fitch Way, Trenton, NJ, 08611
EarthShare New Jersey connects businesses, nonprofits and individuals to protect and restore New Jersey’s natural environment, assuring a better quality of life for all.
This Earth Month, step up, get dirty and make a difference by joining the Green Day Challenge! Participate with your family, friends, teams, clubs and more. This is your chance to make a difference and help revitalizing the Trenton community through a focused cleanup in a well loved park!
This hands-on cleanup offers opportunities for all ages and is a great way to work together as a family to give back to our environment. The Green Day Challenge also offers the opportunity to earn service hours for students or anyone needing them. T-Shirts will be available to participants for free on a first come, first serve basis. Quantities are limited so get there early to claim yours!
There’s a reason to celebrate our Earth and this is a great start! Let’s work together to make South Riverwalk Park shine!
Volunteers will be – Picking up trash, removing debris. For more information on how to register visit, www.earthsharenj.org/individual-green-day-challenge.
Interested volunteers should reach out to Julie at julieschown@earthsharenj.org.

Color Run - High School East Interact Club
2025-04-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Toms RIver High School East, 1225 Raider Way, Toms River, NJ, 08753
Help us raise money for the American Cancer Society by participating in the HSE Color Run!
📅 Date: April 12, 2025
🕙 Registration: 10:00 AM
🏁 Race Starts: 10:30 AM
📍 Location: Register through any district school
👟 Events: ½ Mile Fun Run/Walk & 5K Run/Walk
🎟 Register by April 1, 2025, to receive a t-shirt!
Come run, walk, and make a difference! 🌈💜 #HSEColorRun #FightCancer
Click here for more information! For questions contact Ashley at afitzgerald@trschools.com.

Hearts of Mercy - Stafford Township Bunny Hop 5K
2025-04-13 06:45 - 09:30 | Downtown Stafford, 260 E Bay Ave, Manahawkin, NJ, 08050, United States
Hearts of Mercy mission is “To break the poverty cycle through learning and enrichment programs that motivate at-risk children to create a better tomorrow.”
We are looking for volunteers to help sign in those registered for the 5K, served water bottles, hand out awards as well as stand by table to share our services.
Interested volunteers should reach out to Kristin at kristin@hearts-of-mercy.org.

Catholic Charities Diocese of Metuchen- Unity Square Community Center
2025-04-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Unity Square, 81 Remsen Ave,, New Brunsiwck, NJ, 08901
The mission of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen, including its Unity Square Community Center, is to provide quality services with dignity and respect to the poor, vulnerable, and all people in need, partnering with families and communities to improve their quality of life.
Join us for our Earth Day Neighborhood Clean Up Event- picking up litter and recycling efforts!
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen at (732)-545-0329. For additional information regarding the Unity Square Revitalization project, please contact Nancy Finn, Unity Square Program Manager, at 732-545-1681.

The Center in Asbury Park - Annual Fundraising Gala
2025-04-24 18:00 - 23:00 | Convention Hall in Asbury Park, 1300 Ocean Ave N, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712
We’re thrilled to invite you to The Center À La Carte, our exciting upcoming fundraiser celebrating food and community—all for a great cause!
This event brings together amazing food from local chefs and restaurants to support The Center in Asbury Park, which provides housing, meals, and essential services for people living with and at risk of HIV/AIDS, homelessness, addiction, and mental health issues. Since our beginnings in 1992, we have believed in treating the whole person with the support they need to thrive and live healthier happier lives.
Hope you can join us at this fun and fulfilling event on April 24 at Convention Hall on the Asbury Park Boardwalk!
Click Here for ticket information! For more information about the event and additional details click here.
Interested volunteers should reach out to Linda Rebbel at lrebbel@thecenterinap.com.

Blessings from Above - 11th Annual Autism Walk
2025-04-26 10:00 - 12:30 | Brighton Ave Community Center, 56 Brighton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ, 08861
Blessings from Above is a newly formed nonprofit serving various communities in NJ with a unique multi-disciplinary service delivery, inclusive of financial education, health & wellness, workforce development, and social services. BFA is strongly committed to serving the most vulnerable who have suffered system injustice. We empower families by providing opportunities to learn crucial financial information, connect, and network for the purpose of teaching self-advocacy for greater economic choice.
We are looking for volunteers to help with set up and clean up for the 11th Annual Step Up for Autism 5K. Interested volunteers should contact Edison at Ejaquez@njbfa.org.

For Pete's Sake Walk- For Pete's Sake Cancer Respite Foundation
2025-04-27 13:00 - 18:00 | Citizens Bank Park, One Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, PA, 19148, United States
Volunteers are needed to help support the For Pete’s Sake Walk through event set up.
Volunteers will help with registration, food management, giveaways and supporting the walk teams.
If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Emma, emma@takeabreakfromcancer.org. To learn more about the event visit their site here.

HydraEarth Network - Virtual Expo
2025-04-29 12:00 - 14:00 | PA
HydraEarth Network to excited to share an upcoming event — our Virtual Expo, which will bring together leaders, innovators, and community members passionate about environmental health, clean energy, and sustainable solutions. We’re introducing apprenticeship programs that will give those interested in environmental fields the knowledge and hands on training.
Event: HydraEarth Network Virtual Expo
Date: April 29th, 2025
Time: 12pm-2pm EST
Location: Virtual Zoom Link will be sent after registration
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hydraearth-networks-virtual-expo-tickets-1317485527679?aff=oddtdtcreator
Website Event Page: https://hydraearthnetwork.org/events/

Volunteer Center of South Jersey - Taste of Community
2025-04-29 17:00 - 21:00 | Island Waterpark at Showboat, 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, New Jersey, 08401
The Volunteer Center of South Jersey (VCSJ) is excited to announce that its signature annual fundraiser, Taste of Community, will be held in Atlantic City, NJ, on April 29th, 2025. This highly anticipated event will take place at the stunning Island Waterpark at Showboat, located at 801 Boardwalk, and promises to bring together more than 250 attendees for an evening celebrating the rich cultural diversity and culinary excellence of South Jersey.
“This exciting shift to Atlantic City offers new opportunities to broaden our reach and deepen our impact while honoring the cherished traditions of our Taste of Community Event,” said Michele Francesconi, VP of Capacity Building Training & Strategic Initiatives at VCSJ, now a proud program of Jersey Cares. The event offers something for everyone—a night of food, fun, networking, and philanthropy designed to strengthen community bonds and support VCSJ’s impactful programs and services.
What to Expect:
Delicious “Down the Shore” Culinary Experiences: Savor a variety of dishes and cuisines from Jersey Shore restaurants, food trucks, and local culinary talent.
Basket Raffle: Browse and bid on over 50 thoughtfully curated baskets.
Community Connections: Meet nonprofits, artisans, and businesses dedicated to giving back to the community.
All related volunteer opportunities can be found here: https://bit.ly/Taste-Volunteers.
Event Page link is https://sjvolunteers.org/taste-of-community/.
Interested in learning more? Contact Michele at michele@sjvolunteers.org or 856-415-9084.

Meals on Wheels of Mercer County - Meal Delivery Volunteers
2025-05-01 08:00 - 17:00 | PA
Meals on Wheels of Mercer County’s mission is to help homebound individuals, primarily seniors and disabled veterans, maintain their independence, dignity, health, and well-being by providing nutritious meals and related services, while also easing social isolation.
We need volunteers to deliver meals to individuals who are homebound in Mercer County. We deliver Monday through Friday between 10:00am-12:00pm. All materials for delivery instruction and meals are provided.
This is an ongoing volunteer opportunity – we deliver year round!
For more information click here. Interested volunteers can contact Lisa at lkasabach@mealsonwheelsmercer.org.

Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia - 30th Anniversary Event
2025-05-01 18:00 - 22:00 | The Bellevue Hotel, 200 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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, Philadelphia
✨ Dress Code: Festive Chic / Cocktail Attire
🍽️ Open bar, hors d’oeuvres, seated dinner, and dessert
♿ Accessible Venue
🚗 Discounted Parking Available
📱 Share Your Excitement: #30BreakthroughPhillyLOVE
For ticket information and registration click here.

The Monte Carlo Casino Night - The Center for Hope Hospice
2025-05-01 18:00 - 22:00 | The Madison Hotel, Morristown, NJ, 1 Convent Rd, Morristown, NJ, 07960
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 the remainder of their life with dignity and in comfort, surrounded by the love of family and friends, and eased from the burdens of distress be it physical, emotional, spiritual, financial or social.​
The Center for Hope is proud to announce our second annual Monte Carlo Casino Night! Join us at The Madison Hotel for dinner, an open bar, and a night of casino fun…all while supporting the Center for Hope’s Charitable Care Program.
The Monte Carlo Casino Night takes place on May 1, 2025 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Registration is open! Click the button for tickets and more information. Thank you…and we look forward to welcoming you to the event!
Click here for ticket information. For more information contact Rich Broski at rbroski@cfhh.org.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Toms River - 33rd Annual River to Bay 5K
2025-05-03 07:30 - 10:00 | PA
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 a condition of registration.
All proceeds benefit local youth and charitable organizations. Click here to register.

Derby Day- Special Strides
2025-05-03 09:00 - 20:00 | 118 Federal Road, 118 Federal Road, Monroe Township, NJ, 08831, United States
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 to guests and break down the event at the end of the night.
Volunteers can sign up from 9-12 or 5-8pm.
Interested volunteers should contact: Laurie, llandy@specialstrides.com

Children's Home Society - 2025 Ocean County Children's Festival
2025-05-03 11:00 - 15:00 | Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, 08753
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 resources and interactive sing-along from 2:30 to 3 PM.
For more information contact Terrance Torquato, CHS Family Engagement Specialist at (732) 557-9633 Ext. 109 or via email at ttorquato@chsofnj.org.

Women & Girls Education International - Beyond the Finish Line Inaugural Gala
2025-05-03 16:00 - 20:00 | Hope’s Haven Ranch, 42 Hill Rd, Allentown, NJ, 08501, United States
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.
The event promises to be a fun-filled, inspiring evening at a magical place where we’ll watch the sun set, enjoy yummy food and drinks, soak up some good tunes, and make new friends. If you decide on a sponsorship or other gift, the tax-deductible donation will also be beneficial to you and your business. For more details, visit https://brightharbor.org/beyond-the-finish-line-a-benefit-for-advocacy/.
Click here and get your tickets today! WAGE is strictly volunteer, so all proceeds will go back into programming and to prevent and end violence against women and girls.

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore - Women of Distinction & Community Partners Gala
2025-05-07 06:00 - 22:00 | TillingHouse at Suneagles, 2000 Lowther Dr,, Eatontown, New Jersey, 07724
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 and Ocean Counties.
For more information click here.

2025 Honorees –

Chanta L. Jackson

Hackensack Public Schools

Karen McFadden

Ironworkers Local 11

Dr. Jackeline D. Mejias-Fuertes

Brookdale Community College

Jennifer Shufran

Community Medical Center Foundation

Jennifer Weisert

Manasquan Bank

Man Enough to Be a Girl Scout

Dr. Michael B. Maschi

Ocean County Vocational Technical School

Community Partner

Inspire Life

The Hope Center - 4th Annual Golf Classic
2025-05-08 11:30 - 19:30 | Bay Lea Golf Course, 1536 N Bay Ave, Toms River, NJ, 08753
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, providing for their basic human needs and striving to empower each person to achieve his or her greatest level of self-sufficiency.
For more information visit, houseofhopeocean.org.

Rescue Pawlooza - Shore Saves
2025-05-10 12:00 - 15:00 | Bar A, Lake Como Belmar, 703 16th Ave, Lake Como, New Jersey, 07719
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.
This 21+, humans-only event is one you don’t want to miss! Plus, no matter how you participate, you’ll help us save dogs. This event is our biggest fundraiser of the year. 100% of event proceeds go directly to providing our dogs with shelter, medical care, food, training, and love while we find their forever families.
Also looking for volunteers to help set up backets and running the event.
Interested volunteers should reach out to shoresaves@gmail.com. For more information visit, shoresaves.com.

21 Plus - Golf Classic
2025-05-12 09:30 - 18:00 | Oceanaire Golf & Country Club, 1 Heritage Cir, Waretown, NJ, 08758
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 Race - The Arc, Ocean County Chapter
2025-05-17 06:00 - 14:00 | ShoreTown Ball Park, 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood, NJ, 08701
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.
The 5K Race set-up starts 6am, registration opens at 7am, and the race starts at 8am, awards at 9am.
The Walk set-up starts 8am, registration opens 10am with crafts, games, entertainment and refreshments, and the walk starts 11:30am, lunch at noon.
We have a variety of volunteer opportunities for all! Interested volunteers should reach out to development@arcocean.org.

Hearts of Mercy - The Voice of Sinatra
2025-05-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Barnegat Recreation Center, 900 W Bay Ave, Barnegat, NJ, 08005, United States
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.

Arthritis Foundation - 2025 Walk to Cure Arthritis - Jersey Shore
2025-05-18 07:30 - 12:00 | Great Lawn Pavilion, 10 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch, 07740, United States
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 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, Registration, Greeters, T-shirt Tent, Course Directors, Finish Line, Food Tent, and Breakdown.
For more information, click here. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Will at wmurnan@arthritis.org.

The Oxx Foundation- Third Annual Stronger Together for Parkinson's Gift Auction
2025-05-18 12:00 | Spring Lake Manor, 415 NJ- 71, Spring Lake, NJ, 07762, United States
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.
