BlueClaws Charities Accepting Applications For 2026 Grant Program

JERSEY SHORE, NJ - BlueClaws Charities, the 501c3 foundation of the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, is now accepting grant applications from area organizations. Organizations may apply for a grant through Friday, October 30th.

Click here to fill out a grant application. All applicants must be a 501c3 organization.

Last year, BlueClaws Charities handed out $52,000 in grants to 54 different area non-profit organizations.

"Handing out these grants is a key part of the mission of BlueClaws Charities, to help area organizations reach their goals and help better our communities in Ocean & Monmouth Counties," said Jim McNamara, Executive Director of BlueClaws Charities.

"We are extremely grateful for the support that we have received over the years and we encourage organizations to apply and take advantage of this opportunity," he added.

Organizations are asked to provide specific details about where the grant money will be used. Filling out an application does not ensure the receipt of a grant. Grant allocations will be made by the BlueClaws Charities Board of Directors.

BlueClaws Charities raises money in a variety of ways throughout the year such as in-stadium fundraising including a nightly 50/50 raffle, and scoreboard messages. An off-season Luxury Suite raffle, specialty merchandise Mystery Bag Sales, Karaoke Night and theme night jersey auctions.

BlueClaws Charities is the official 501c3 organization of the Jersey Shore BlueClaws.

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