Cindy Fagan
cindy@bgcmonmouth.org,
732-775-7862

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County (BGCM, the Club) is a youth development organization whose mission is to empower all young people—especially those who need us most—to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Our collaborating partner, Food for Thought by the Sea (FFT), is a vehicle for collaboration and change in Monmouth County, NJ. They are committed to empowering the community and creating a positive environment that fosters knowledge, confidence, and optimism. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• Event support
• Clean-up days
• Tutoring

URGENT ITEMS: HIGHER COST

• Computer lab chairs
• Commercial refrigerator 

URGENT ITEMS: LOWER COST

• Yoga mats, board games, fidget toys, electric pencil sharpeners, flip chart paper

Carla Scarabino
CScarabino@gsfun.org
800-785-2090

The mission of Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore works to ensure that all girls in Monmouth and Ocean counties have the opportunity to experience all that Girl Scouts has to offer including renowned STEAM programming, entrepreneurial skills training, girl fellowship, mentor relationships, and so much more. Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore is an exemplary leadership program that brings time-tested methods and research-backed opportunities to girls in our region.

WISH LIST ITEMS:

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• Girl Mentorship Program; Troop Leaders

URGENT ITEMS: HIGHER COST

• Cargo Van 
• Laptop Computers

URGENT ITEMS: LOWER COST

• Amazon Wish List

Leslie Kornfeld
lesliek@jfcsmonmouth.org
732.774.6886 

Jewish Family And Children’s Service of Monmouth County’s mission is to provide innovative, responsive, cost-effective, non-sectarian human services that enhance the quality of life for children, families, and the aged in communities throughout the county. 

WISH LIST ITEMS 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• Board Members
• Volunteers for Food Pantry and Food Delivery

URGENT ITEMS: LOWER COST

• Baby Formula, Diapers,
• New Socks, Gloves, Hats
• Jewish Family & Children’s Services Amazon Wish List 

Lori Thompson
lthompson@njagsociety.org
 609-575-7773 

New Jersey Agricultural Society (NJAS) mission is to preserve and enhance agriculture, farming, and related activities and businesses in New Jersey through educational, informational, and promotional programs. The NJAS three signature programs focus on educating our youngest citizens about the importance of farming/agriculture and nutritious, locally grown foods; developing new leaders to meet challenges in farming/agriculture; and supporting the needs of the food insecure.

WISH LIST ITEMS

URGENT ITEMS: LOW COST

Books:

• First Peas to the Table: How Thomas Jefferson Inspired a School Garden by Susan Grigsby and Nicole Tadgell, 9780807524527
• Tops & Bottoms by Janet Stevens, (Caldecott Honor Book) 9780152928513
• The Empty Pot by Demi, 9780805049008:
• Grow Happy by Jon Lasser, Sage Foster-Lasser, Christopher Lyles, 9781433823312

Garden Supplies:

• Garden Hoses 
• Irrigation Hoses
• Pea Seeds 

Gabor Barabas
gabor@njrep.org
908-675-2755

The New Jersey Repertory Company’s mission is:

• To develop and produce new plays and make a lasting contribution to the repertoire of the American Stage,
• To enrich the cultural life of  our community and act as a catalyst for redevelopment,
• To educate and inspire young people in theater arts, performance, and playwriting,
• To nurture the work of writers from diverse backgrounds and build diverse audiences,
• To build a regional and national destination for the performing arts,
• To champion equity, diversity, and inclusion.

WISH LIST ITEMS

URGENT ITEMS: HIGHER COST

• Yamaha P-125 88-key Weighted Action Digital Piano Essentials Bundle;
• Roland KC-600 – 200W 15″ Keyboard Amp

URGENT ITEMS: LOWER COST

• NJ Repertory Amazon Wish List

Stephanie Cartier, Founder
stephaniecartier@nolimitscafe.org
732-241-8793

No Limits Cafe’s mission is to Empower adults with intellectual disabilities by providing jobs and job training to help them lead fulfilling lives in our community and to increase awareness of their potential. 

WISH LIST ITEMS

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• Volunteer Opportunities available Monday-Saturday. 3 hour or 6 hour shifts available. Volunteers assist our employees with intellectual disabilities. Currently we are looking for volunteers for the following positions:
• Front of House: Support the staff in all aspects of dining including: service, hosting and bussing.
• Back of House: Support the kitchen staff with meal preparation.
• Dishwashing: * Physically demanding position – requires dishwashing along with support of staff.

The focus of all volunteers is to support the staff during their shift. In that regard, we are asking all volunteers to focus on positive verbal instructions to the staff in an effort to reinforce the protocol established during training. Volunteers should NOT be doing the tasks. We will teach you what is needed.

 URGENT ITEMS: HIGHER COST

• Robo Coupe Food Processor
• Hobart mixer

URGENT ITEMS: LOWER COST 

• Navy blue aprons
• Cotton bar towels 
• Glass drying towels 
• Glass Polishing Cloths 

Alice Woods 
awoods@oceansharborhouse.org
609-992-3060

Ocean’s Harbor House provides shelter, support, and services for vulnerable youth, enabling them to unlock their potential by learning skills that empower them to build successful lives, relationships, and futures. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• Board Members
• Cleanup and Paint projects at our Shelter
• Marketing

URGENT ITEMS: HIGHER COST

• Grill Laptop

URGENT ITEMS: LOWER COST

• Gift cards, Toiletries, Sweat Pants, Towels, Toilet Paper

Robert Pacenza
donate@risingtreetops.org
732-531-0215

Rising Treetops at Oakhurst’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for children and adults with special needs, including autism and physical and intellectual disabilities, and provide respite for their families through a year-round camp experience, based in Monmouth County, NJ. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• Rising Treetops is always accepting enthusiastic and motivated volunteers to help out with a variety of needs. Volunteers are welcome to start or maintain a camp project, such as improving and beautifying our 15 acre campus through painting, cleaning or landscaping projects, or assisting on a seasonal project (i.e., holiday parties, summer camp theme days) working with clients and staff. If interested in volunteering individually or with a group on a project, please contact us at 732.531.0215 or email us at volunteer@risingtreetops.org.

URGENT ITEMS: HIGHER COST

• Portable height-adjustable basketball hoop (2)
• A working golf cart (used or new)

URGENT ITEMS: LOWER COST

• Rising Treetops Amazon Wish List

Rich Ambrosino
Rich@ShoreClubhouse.org
732-759-1595

The mission of Shore House is to empower and restore hope, self-worth, and independence among adults living with serious mental illness. Through the Clubhouse program, Shore House provides access to education, employment, and social opportunities. 

Shore House is New Jersey’s first and only internationally accredited Clubhouse for adults living with serious mental illness. Located at 266 Broadway in Long Branch, our Clubhouse is an evidence-based, mental wellness recovery program that improves health, reduces social isolation and elevates the economic status of some of the most vulnerable adults in our community. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• There are volunteer opportunities to assist with programming support, development and public outreach/advocacy.

URGENT ITEMS: HIGHER COST

• New Air Chest Freezer – 7 Cubic Feet Reach In Freezer Chest – Quiet Freezer with Digital Temperature Control, Open Door Alarm, and Fast Freeze Mode – Cool Gray NFT070GA00
• CRAFTSMAN CMXEVBE17596 20 Gallon 6.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vac, Heavy-Duty Shop

URGENT ITEMS: LOWER COST

• Cascade Platinum Dishwasher Pods, ActionPacs Dishwasher Detergent, Lemon, 62 Count [Pack of 100]
• Single Use Disposable Blue Face Mask, Soft on Skin, Pack of 3-Ply Masks Facial Cover with Elastic Earloops
• Lysol Disinfectant Wipes, Multi-Surface Antibacterial Cleaning Wipes
• Hammermill Printer Paper, 20 Lb Copy Paper, 8.5 x 11 – 3 Ream PEIPU Nitrile
• Gloves Disposable Gloves (X-Large, 1000-Count)，Powder Free, Cleaning Service Gloves, Latex Free,Non-Sterile Protective Gloves

Dawn Doherty
dawn@sptsusa.org
732-410-7900 

The Society for the Prevent of Teen Suicide, Inc (SPTS) is dedicated to increasing awareness, saving lives, and reducing the stigma of suicide through specialized training programs and mental health resources that empower teens, parents, school staff, and community members with the skills needed to help youth build a life of resiliency.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• Marketing Committee,
• Fund Development Committee,
• Board of Trustees,
• Monmouth County Youth Wellness Summit – May 16, 2023 at Brookdale,
• Annual Golf & Tennis Classic – June 20, 2023 at Eagle Oaks

URGENT ITEMS: HIGHER COST

• 2 – MacBook Air for Lead U Assemblies  

URGENT ITEMS: LOWER COST

• Rolls of Stamps 
• Cases of Copy paper 
• Conference Room Chairs 
• File Boxes 
• Storage Shed for Lead U Equipment