The Hollister Foundation and United Way of Northern New Jersey raised more than $125,000 for local children in need during their annual Help for Children Classic at Baltusrol Golf Club in Springfield, NJ, on Monday, October 17th.
Nearly 250 community-minded business leaders from a broad range of corporate, construction and real estate-related firms gathered at the world-renowned venue to participate in a spectacular day of golf to raise money and provide much-needed resources to underserved children across New Jersey.
Baltusrol Golf Club, which held the PGA Championship in 2016, was an idyllic backdrop for an event that included thought-provoking signage throughout the course stating poignant facts about New Jersey’s children in need to highlight the importance of participating in the event.
“The Hollister Foundation’s purpose is to build a community where all children are educated and healthy. The annual Help for Children Classic represents that and we are extremely lucky to be part of it,” Christopher Johnson, CEO at Hollister Construction Services.
“Despite the appearance of affluence in the region, our United Way research shows many families with children living paycheck to paycheck, struggling to afford the basics,” said United Way CEO John Franklin. “Partnerships such as the one demonstrated today are critical to removing the barriers that keep these households and their children from achieving their potential.”
The tournament also partnered with GlassRoots, a community organization based in Newark, New Jersey that fosters life-long learning and creative self-expression through the wonder of glassmaking. GlassRoots produced unique glass awards for the event that were designed and fabricated by Newark children.
For more information about The Hollister Foundation, please contact Mark Faris at Shea Communications at 212 627-5766, or mfaris@sheacommunications.com.
For more information about United Way of Northern New Jersey, please contact Laura Bruno at 973.993.1160, x 126 or Laura.Bruno@UnitedWayNNJ.org
About The Hollister Foundation
The Hollister Foundationwas created in 2009 as a philanthropic vehicle to mobilize, energize and inspire professionals in the real estate and construction industries to support and fund children’s education and health programs. As the future leaders of our society, children must be provided every possible opportunity for development and growth. The mission of The Hollister Foundation is to raise and distribute funds and promote awareness for organizations and initiatives that foster children’s advancement through education and health. The Hollister Foundation: equipping children with the tools they need for a healthy and successful life.
About United Way of Northern New Jersey
United Way of Northern New Jersey is a nonprofit organization working to improve people’s lives and strengthen communities by focusing on Education, Income, and Health. These are the building blocks for a good life – a quality education that leads to a stable job; the tools needed to achieve financial stability; and good health. We lead caring communities to create long-lasting changes that transform people’s lives. Together, united, we can inspire hope and create opportunities for a better tomorrow. United Way of Northern New Jersey serves Morris, Somerset, Sussex, and Warren counties as well as portions of suburban Essex County, including the Caldwells, Cedar Grove, Essex Fells, Fairfield, Glen Ridge, Livingston, Millburn-Short Hills, Montclair, Roseland, and Verona. Give. Advocate. Volunteer. LIVE UNITED. To learn more, call 973.993.1160 or visit www.UnitedWayNNJ.org.
