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New Jersey Give a Kid a Dream believes all children should be champions of life

11/06/2026

Congratulations, Adam Nelson, on a wonderful book event and signing of Huckleberry Jim!

Stories have the power to do more than entertain. They challenge perspectives, invite difficult conversations, and remind us that some of the most important questions in history remain relevant today.

Through Huckleberry Jim, Adam brings readers into a thoughtful exploration of race, identity, representation, history, and the responsibility we share in understanding one another. It is a timely reminder that the stories we tell, the voices we listen to, and the conversations we are willing to have all matter.

Beyond the pages, we celebrate the courage to tell meaningful stories and the heart behind creating work that encourages reflection, understanding, and human connection.

Congratulations, Adam, on this meaningful milestone! May Huckleberry Jim continue to reach readers, spark conversations, and leave a lasting impact. Here's to more stories worth telling and more lives touched along the way!

11/04/2026

Ubuntu Series | Adam Nelson: The Legacy of Giving

“I am because we are.”

For Adam Nelson, this is more than a beautiful thought. It is an understanding shaped by a life of experiences, dreams pursued, lessons learned, and people whose kindness and influence have helped make him who he is today.

Adam reminds us that a life is not measured solely by the dreams we fulfill or the distances we travel, but also by what we give of ourselves along the way. There is something extraordinary about recognizing the hands that helped shape our journey and choosing to extend that same grace to others.

This belief is at the heart of New Jersey Give a Kid a Dream. Through NJGAKAD, the belief in a young person's potential becomes something lived and shared. Young people are surrounded by people who invest in their growth, challenge them to discover their strength, and remind them that their circumstances do not have to determine their future.

That is what it means to be a Champion of Life. It is not simply about what we accomplish for ourselves, but what we choose to make possible for others. It is about carrying forward the gifts we have received and becoming part of someone else's reason to believe.

We are grateful to Adam for lending his voice to this mission and for reminding us that the greatest things we receive in life can become the very things we give to others.

“I am because we are.” And what a wonderful thing it is to build a world where more young people get to experience that truth.”

11/04/2026

GIVING TUESDAY IS COMING — BE IN THEIR CORNER! ❤️👊

On December 1, NJGAKAD joins the global Giving Tuesday movement to celebrate the power of community and the people who help young lives move forward.

For over 30 years, NJGAKAD has helped young people build brighter futures through academic support and tutoring, mentorship from caring adults and professionals, leadership development, and life-skills education. From learning discipline, teamwork, and responsibility to developing healthy habits through fitness and nutrition, young people are encouraged to grow in and beyond the classroom. Girls find space to build confidence and resilience, gardening teaches environmental stewardship and nutritional awareness, and internships give aspiring professionals opportunities to learn through hands-on experience. At the heart of it all is a community that shows up—a safe haven and a village where young people are supported, challenged, and reminded that their potential reaches far beyond their circumstances.

Because NJGAKAD is more than a program. It’s a safe haven, a second family, and a village of coaches, mentors, volunteers, and supporters who show up for the next generation. A place where young people are encouraged to dream bigger, learn from setbacks, and grow into the people they’re capable of becoming.

This Giving Tuesday, we’re inviting our community to stand in their corner. Stay tuned for ways to support the foundation, share its mission, and help create more opportunities for the young people who count on it.

More than boxing. More than a place to train. A foundation for brighter futures — built by a community that shows up. ❤️

10/23/2026

THE DREAM TEAM IS CLOCKED IN. 🥊💥

Our youth putting in the rounds, getting their work in, and showing up for the grind. Another day at NJGAKAD! 👊

10/19/2026

🥊 NJGAKAD & Gleason’s Jersey Shore Invite You!

Join us for Raising Resilient Youth, a FREE Spanish-language presentation for parents and caregivers on how to support the well-being and resilience of young people.

📅 Wednesday, November 11, 2026
⏰ 7:00–8:30 PM
📍 Gleason’s Jersey Shore

The presentation will be conducted in Spanish.

🍕 Pizza will be served!

¡Todos son bienvenidos! Everyone is welcome!

Please RSVP to let us know if you’re attending so we can plan accordingly.

📲 Text or call Coach Jackie at 732-413-5166 to confirm your attendance.

We look forward to seeing you and your family! ❤️🥊
Let's continue building stronger families and more resilient youth — together. ❤️👊

10/19/2026

The little squad is BACK. 🥊🔥
New week, new rounds, same Wee Warrior energy. The gym is officially ON at NJGAKAD! 👊

10/12/2026

From tiny seeds to a harvest full of promise. 🌱💚

Our community garden is growing more than vegetables—it’s growing patience, responsibility, teamwork, and pride. Today, we celebrate the fruits of the hard work our young gardeners have poured into the soil.
Every seed planted, every plant cared for, and every harvest reminds us that when we nurture something with love, good things grow. 🥕🌻

Grow Your Greatness. One seed, one lesson, one harvest at a time. 💚

Address

10 Pearl Street
Long Branch, NJ
07740

Opening Hours

Monday	4pm - 8pm
Tuesday	4pm - 4pm
Wednesday	4pm - 8pm
Thursday	4pm - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 2pm

Telephone

+17327684086

Website

http://njgakad.com/

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