Charity

It was a month ago that we learned about Raymond, an 10 year old Toms River boy who felt the need to come to the aid of his neighbors after Sandy ripped apart the Shore.

An Ocean County high school is leading a major Superstorm Sandy relief effort this weekend.

The way New Jersey has come together as we Restore New Jersey is nothing short of amazing and humbling. Here's more proof that everyone young and old are stepping up to help others recover from Sandy's aftermath. Here's one touching story.

The State Division of Consumer Affairs reports that Veterans Charities made its Top Ten List of the most inquired-about charities during the first half of 2012.

A random Facebook message to The Point put me in touch with a woman who is changing lives, saving lives and giving everyone "100 Reasons to Live."

Below is a film about Joseph Kony, the leader of the LRA (Lord's Resistance Army). The LRA is a Uganda guerrilla group that has forced more than 60,000 children to fight in a murderous armed conflict. You can learn more below.

When the 5 alarm blaze in the West End section of Long Branch on February 13th left over 40 victims homeless, the people of Long Branch and the surrounding communities stepped up to the plate

Join me this Wednesday night at The Ocean Place Resort in Long Branch for The West End Fire Relief Fundraiser for the victims of that devastating 5 alarm fire that took place two weeks ago in the West End section of Long Branch.

NJ 101.5 listener Fred called in asking for our help in getting the word out to help a good cause. St. Baldrick's is a worldwide event where barbers and beauticians gather to shave people's heads to show solidarity to those who are losing their hair to chemotherapy.  St. Baldrick's donates to medical research to help stop childhood cancers. Find out how you can help below.

Friday I had the pleasure of grabbing lunch at 709 in Pt. Pleasant. They were hosting a benefit for The Ashley Lauren Foundation. 100% of the proceeds from the Mark "The Shark" Burger went to the foundation and the great serving staff at 709 donated their tips to the cause.