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 2023 season, OceanFirst Foundation has donated $628,00 to local military-based non-profit organizations & programs!
Home Runs for Heroes - 2024 Totals
| Organization | Inning | Home Runs | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chariot Riders Inc, National Guard State Family Readiness Council | 1st | 3 | $6,000 |
| Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, GI Go Fund | 2nd | 2 | $4,000 |
| Army Emergency Relief, Cape May County Coast Guard Community Foundation | 3rd | 5 | $10,000 |
| Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski II Memorial Fund, Deborah Hospital Foundation | 4th | 4 | $8,000 |
| Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Volunteers of America | 5th | 8 | $16,000 |
| Operation Homefront, Catholic Charities (Trenton) | 6th | 7 | $14,000 |
| Vetgroup, Always Supporting Our Military | 7th | 2 | $4,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, Homes For All | 8th | 2 | $4,000 |
| Ma Deuce Deuce, American National Red Cross | 9th + Extras | 0 | $2,000 |
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, and Youth Development and Education. Since 1996, OceanFirst Foundation has awarded more than 9,800 grants totaling more than $48 million to nonprofits and schools within our footprint. Learn more at oceanfirstfdn.org.
In the Media - When a BlueClaws Player Homers It Supports Our Military & Vets (WOBM's Kevin Williams)