Charities

We are proud to announce that 23 community organizations and those in need received 26 grants on behalf of the Berkeley Heights 5K (patron sponsors, generous donors, runners, walkers & volunteers) in 2023. They are listed below:

1. Governor Livingston HS (GLHS) Alumni Association - providing resources for high school extracurricular activities.
2. Berkeley Heights Education Foundation grant - Platinum sponsor for the dreamer program, helping to place a telescope at the BH Public Library for astronomy programs where local children look and reach for the stars and in support of the Facility vs community basketball fundraiser.
3. BH Township Irish Heritage Day grant - Irish step dancers and bag piper.
4. Girls on the Run NJ East - helping young local girls to become stronger, more confident seekers of limitless potential through school-based road running programs.
5. BHB&C Downtown Summer “Block Party” grant - bringing the community together where everyone is invited and welcome to enjoy their hometown.
6. Veterans Memorial Park Renewal grant - seasonal park maintenance and custom holiday tree lights for all to enjoy in beautiful downtown BH as a beacon to freedom.
7. Highlander Booster Club Varsity Baseball - field upgrade grant.
8. VFW post 6259 Berkeley Heights grant - provides resources for local vets, aids those at Lyons VA Hospital and replacing landscaping for Memorial Day and repair of a broken window.
9. Township of BH Girl Scout Gold Star project grant - pupgrade to BH community garden at Littell-Lord Homestead with creation of a children’s garden section with ADA access.
10. Smith Chiropractic Foundation Community Leadership Scholarship – awarded to a GLHS graduating senior who has excelled in giving back to the local community through volunteerism.
11. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast grant – helping to preserve this community tradition for all to enjoy.
12. BHPD community policing grant - helping to increase the positive communication between our PD and residents and making this unique summer program more affordable.
13. Highlander Booster Club SAFR Pro Cap grant - helped purchase unique protective helmet covers for all GLHS football players to reduce concussive forces by 77%.
14. Kimberly Anne Wilson foundation grant - in support of local youth mental health programs.
15. BHB&C Breakfast meeting grant - helping to bring local Business & Civic leaders together.
16. BHFD Volunteer Fire company #1 - much needed new equipment grant for our volunteer fire fighters.
17. BH Rescue Squad - general operating grant for our volunteer first responders.
18. GL/NP Highlander Hockey senior night grant – spirit towels for a great community event.
19. Littell-Lord Farmstand Trust grant - in support of Fall Family Fun Day providing funds to preserve this national treasure for all to enjoy and learn from.
20. BH PAL Wolfpack cross country & track grant funding for custom event tent.
21. Moms Helping Moms grant - for much needed baby supplies for local families.
22. GLHS Lady Highlanders - basketball warm up jersey project grant.
23. The Wounded Warrior Project – grassroots organization providing aid to injured servicemen and women since 9/11/01.