Big Brothers Big Sisters of Coastal & Northern New Jersey (BBBSCNNJ) is proud to celebrate 50 years of creating and supporting life-changing, one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

To honor this major milestone, BBBSCNNJ will host its 50th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Bell Works in Holmdel, New Jersey.

What began in Monmouth County in 1976 has grown into a regional organization serving youth across 10 New Jersey counties. Over the past five decades, BBBSCNNJ has connected thousands of young people with caring adult mentors who help inspire confidence, opportunity, and brighter futures.

The anniversary celebration will bring together supporters, volunteers, alumni, community leaders, and partners to recognize the impact of mentorship throughout the region and look ahead to the future of the organization’s mission.

Guests will enjoy an exciting evening featuring a special performance by the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School Drumline of Asbury Park; live music from The Sensational Soul Cruisers; casino games; auctions; a special 50/50 raffle; recognition of the partners and supporters who have helped sustain our mission over the years; plus a warm welcome from active Big & Little matches as the evening begins, highlighting the meaningful mentoring relationships at the heart of the organization’s work.

Event Details
Date: Friday, June 5, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, NJ 07733

Proceeds from the evening will directly support the creation of new mentoring friendships throughout Coastal and Northern New Jersey. As BBBSCNNJ celebrates 50 years of impact, the organization remains committed to ensuring that every young person has access to a caring mentor and the opportunities they deserve.

50th Anniversary Celebration Sponsors