The BlueClaws are pleased to once again partner with OceanFirst Foundation, 92.7 WOBM, and Townsquare Media for Home Runs for Heroes, a first-of-its-kind program that provides a financial donation to a local military-based charity each time a BlueClaws player hits a home run at ShoreTown Ballpark. Through the 2022 season, OceanFirst Foundation has donated $562,000 to local military-based non-profit organizations & programs!
Home Runs for Heroes - 2022 Totals
| Organization | Inning | Home Runs | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|
| American National Red Cross | 1st | 1 | $1,000 |
| Army Emergency Relief | 2nd | 3 | $3,000 |
| Catholic Charities (Diocese of Trenton), Ma Deuce Deuce | 3rd | 2 | $4,000 |
| Chariot Riders, Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski II Memorial Fund | 4th | 7 | $14,000 |
| Vetwork, Navy-Marine Corps Relief | 5th | 8 | $16,000 |
| National Guard State Family Readiness Council, GI Go Fund | 6th | 4 | $8,000 |
| Cape May Coast Guard Foundation, Jewish Federation of Southern Ocean County | 7th | 3 | $6,000 |
| Deborah Hospital Foundation | 8th | 4 | $4,000 |
| Homes for All | 9th + Extras | 3 | $3,000 |
Each charity is paired with one inning of the game. Each time a player hits a home run, a charity is awarded $1,000 by OceanFirst Foundation.
OceanFirst Foundation empowers organizations to think bigger, solve more problems, and make life better in the neighborhoods served by OceanFirst Bank. OceanFirst Foundation’s priorities include Health & Wellness, Housing, Improving the Quality of Life, Youth Development and Education. Since 1996, OceanFirst Foundation has awarded more than 8,400 grants totaling more than $43 million to over 1,900+ local charities and schools. Learn more at oceanfirstfdn.org.
In the Media - When a BlueClaws Player Homers It Supports Our Military & Vets (WOBM's Kevin Williams)
