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United Way's 20th Annual Rubber Ducky Regatta Set to Make a Splash
Celebrating its 20th year, UWGPSNJ's Rubber Ducky Regatta is set to make a splash on Sunday, August 18,  at Morey's Piers in Wildwood, starting at 7 p.m.
During the event, thousands of rubber racing ducks will take to the water for a race around the waterpark to support UWGPSNJ's work in Cape May County Entry is just $5 and includes a souvenir rubber ducky. Ducks are on sale now at locations throughout the county including Morey's Piers.
To celebrate the milestone year, several special activities are planned including an acrobatics and contortion performance by the students of Art of Gymnastics and Cheer, face painting by Miss New Jersey 2012 Lindsey Petrosh, and a 95.1 FM WAYV live broadcast.
"There are few community events that have the spirit and support of so many as the United Way Rubber Duck Regatta does," said Will Morey, President of Morey's Piers and Beachfront Waterparks and Resorts. "We are very pleased to have this opportunity to give back to our community through United Way in such a fun and engaging way. We have many activities planned for this celebratory year, so I invite all to come out and support our local community."
In addition, nearly 50 prizes have been donated by local vendors to accompany the winning ducks, including the top prizes of a $500 ShopRite gift certificate and two custom cruisers from Zippy's Bikes. Other prizes include season passes to Morey's Piers, a flat screen television, a spa day at Salon 41, an Atilis Gym membership, and more. A complete listing of prizes and ducky sales locations is available at www.UnitedforImpact.org/Cape-May. Winners do not need to be present to win during the Regatta.
Special thanks to this year's sponsors:
- South Jersey Industries
- One Off Marketing
- 95.1 FM WAYV
- McDonald's
- 1st Bank of Sea Isle City
- Crest Savings Bank
- The Herald Newspapers
- ShopRite
- Compassionate Care Hospice
- Cape Bank
- Atlantic City Electric
- Vietnam Veterans of America Chp 955
- Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce
- Stewart's Root Beer Wildwood
- Beach Buddies Animal Hospital
- Boulevard Liquor Store
- Seagars Smoke Shop
- Greater Wildwood Elks Lodge 1896
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| 2013 Campaign Kicks off August 26th at Taste of the Quarter
It's one savory way to support our local community and everyone is invited!
Over twenty restaurants, bars and eateries - including several newcomers - have teamed up for the 6th Annual Taste of The Quarter at Tropicana. Scheduled for Monday, August 26, 2013 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., this signature event benefits United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) in Atlantic County and serves as the local campaign kickoff celebration.
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| Long Term Recovery Group
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 On Sunday, June 30, 2013, more than 75 representatives and volunteers from Jaws Youth Playbook (JYP), the Atlantic County Long Term Recovery Group (LTRG), United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) in Atlantic County, Americorps and the Ventnor community worked to rebuild the Titus Field Recreation Complex located in Ventnor, NJ that was damaged last fall during Superstorm Sandy.
JYP, the foundation of former Philadelphia Eagle Ron Jaworski, donated $30,000 to support the rebuilding effort, which will repair the refreshment stand, field house, batting cages, shed, fences and scoreboard. In addition, the funds will be used to purchase new fieldhouse equipment including refrigerators and ranges, as well as replace the athletic equipment that was lost in the storm's aftermath.
An unveiling celebration hosted by Ron Jaworski along with representatives from the LTRG, UWGPSNJ, Ventnor officials and others is planned for later this month.
Atlantic County Long-Term Recovery Group was assembled to provide coordinated management of the long-term recovery process; increase efficiencies by avoiding duplication of efforts and provide additional long-term assistance for residents with limited resources. The group is comprised of more than 30 local, regional and national non-profit, government and faith-based organizations and businesses including American Red Cross, The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services, Mental Health Association, United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey, Habitat for Humanity, Family Service Association and others who are experienced in all aspects of disaster relief and recovery and health and human service. A full listing of participating agencies can be found online at facebook.com/VOAD. For additional information on services or programs that may be available, residents are encouraged to call NJ's non-emergency helpline 2-1-1 or visit www.nj211.org
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Save the Date
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12 August
Family Fun Day benefiting Success By 6 at Gillian's Wonderland Pier, 1-4 p.m.
18 August
UWGPSNJ in Cape May County's Rubber Duck Regatta at Morey's Piers, 7 p.m.
26 August
Taste of the Quarter at Tropicana Casino & Resort (Atlantic County Campaign Kickoff), 6 p.m.
30 September
Energenic Golf & Sporting Clays Invitational at Red Wing Sporting Clays Range and Stockton Seaview Hotel & Golf Club, 7 a.m.
19 October
UWGPSNJ in Cumberland County's Halloween Bone Run & Walk at Parvin State Park, 9 a.m.
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Fun Day at Gillian's to Benefit Success By 6!
Enjoy unlimited rides as part of United Way's Family Fun Day at Wonderland Pier in Ocean City, on Monday, August 12 from 1-4 pm. This annual fundraiser benefits the programs of Success By 6® ─ an early childhood development initiative of United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey.
With the purchase of a $20 wristband, available at any ticket booth or the customer service center on August 12, children of all ages are invited to enjoy unlimited rides on any of the Pier's multi-level amusements. Fifty percent of the proceeds go directly to United Way's Success By 6®. The Pier is located at 6th Street on the Ocean City Boardwalk. Wristbands cannot be purchased in advance of August 12.
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Stuff the Bus is back!
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UWGPSNJ in Atlantic County's annual Stuff the Bus campaign, a school supply drive aimed at getting local kids ready to enter school, kicked off in Atlantic and Cape May Counties as part of Day of Action on June 21.
Research has shown a key component to success school is simply being prepared. Help us "Stuff The Bus" with school supplies for children in need. Pop-up buses are available through UWGPSNJ in Atlantic County to help promote the campaign.
Don't miss the bus, call us today! Contact Amanda McGowan at 609-404-4483 ext 19 or email amcgowan@uwgpsnj.org
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Invitational set for September 30
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The Energenic Golf & Sporting Clays Invitational benefiting UWGPSNJ will take place Monday, September 30 at Red Wing Sporting Clays Range and Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club. Local energy company, Energenic, will serve as this year's title sponsor.
In addition, UWGPSNJ will recognize Dr. Herman Saatkamp, President of the Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, and his wife Dorothy, an active member of United Way's Women's Leadership Initiative, with the Thomas J. Kuhar Founder's Award. This award is presented annually to honor and recognize individuals or an organization that has made a remarkable, positive impact for people in need in our community. The presentation will take place during the lunch program of the event.
Sponsorships are available!
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Or contact UWGPSNJ at
609-404-4483 ext 1180 or email mgodleski@uwgpsnj.org.
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