Jersey Shore Magazine

J e r s e y s h o r e • s p r i n g 2 0 1 4 50 JERSEY SHORE PROfILE FOOD FOR tHOuGHt, continued from page 49 match donations are also accepted. Those who want a more active role, and to really make a difference, can organize either a food drive or an event supporting the Foodbank. Organizing a food drive not only provides food for families in need but also raises hunger awareness. People looking for a more creative way to help can organize an event such as a golf outing, talent show, 5K race, car wash, or art show, where all proceeds are donated directly to the Foodbank. There are great tips for both starting a food drive and holding an event at the Foodbank's website. Click on "How to Help." Volunteers are always needed throughout the year to help sort food, prepare bulk mailings, ful- fill agency orders, help with other clerical needs, and/or assist with a specialized trade or skill such as car- pentry or tax preparation. Without the energy, dedication, and spirit of the volunteers, the Foodbank would not exist. Volunteers must be at least thirteen years of age. Those inter- ested in volunteering should visit the Foodbank's website and click on "Volunteer" to see specific guidelines and fill out an application. Mother Teresa said, "If you can't feed a hundred people, then feed just one." People are making a difference and helping those in need at the Jersey Shore by donating, supporting, and volunteering at the Foodbank. u The Foodbank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties is labeled a four-star charity by Charity Navigator, an online watchdog. According to the Foodbank's website, in 2012-2013, $.96 of every dollar donated went directly to the fight against hunger and poverty. Their offices are located at 3300 Route 66 in Neptune. To contact the Foodbank: phone (732) 918-2600; email: main@foodbankmoc.org; on the web: www.foodbankmoc.org; on Facebook: www.facebook.com/foodbankmoc; on Twitter: @TheFoodBankMOC. • Canned Tuna • Canned Chicken • Canned Beef Stew • Non-Perishable Milk • Peanut Butter • Jelly • Macaroni and Cheese • Canned Pork and Beans • Rice • Pasta • Canned Vegetables • Canned Fruits • Canned Soups/ Dry Soup Mix Packages • Bagged Dried Grains • Canned Juices • Sip-Size Juices • Hot and Cold Cereals Items Needed By The Foodbank: To donate: www.foodbankmoc.org. Jill M. Ocone JERSEY SHORE LANDMARKS SANDY HOOK, continued from page 39 magnet public high school serving students from ninth through twelfth grades. The school offers learning in all subjects, specializing in marine technology and science. M.A.S.T. requires each student to participate in the Naval Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps every year as well as an Annual Military Inspection in the spring. The campus includes thirteen newly renovated Fort Hancock buildings and laboratories devoted to marine biology, marine chem- istry, oceanography, C.A.D., and multi-media. There is also hands-on instruction on the school research vessel, the R/V Blue Sea, for under- classmen and some seniors. The R/V Blue Sea is currently berthed at the Coast Guard Station on Sandy Hook. In September 2013, the academy was one of fifteen in New Jersey to be recognized by the United States Department of Education as part of the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program, an award called the "most prestigious honor in the United States' education system." The Sandy Hook Foundation This is the official friends group of the National Park Service at the Gateway National Recreation Area, Sandy Hook Unit. Established in 1989, the Foundation's goal is to nurture and protect all of Sandy Hook including Fort Hancock, a National Historic Landmark site, by supporting programs and proj- ects of environmental, historic, and cultural importance. The Sandy Hook Foundation is a not-for-profit charitable organization that relies on the generosity of individuals, foun- dations, and corporations, as well as dedicated volunteers to reach its goals. Sandy Hook is much more than a favorite destination for many—it is a multifaceted jewel of the Jersey Shore to treasure and protect. u Special thanks to National Park Service historian Tom Hoffman for his assistance in developing this article.

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