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Parker's Army - Power of Parker

Parker’s Army is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Just a little bit about Parker and his army...

Parker was an avid athlete from a very young age.

There wasn’t a sport he didn’t like, but there were three in particular that he absolutely loved. He was Goalie for the Toms River Blackhawks Hockey Club, Attack for Stafford Lacrosse and Defensive Line for Southern AYF Football. His commitment to his team, coaches and himself were remarkable for a kid his age. He was unstoppable. On February 17, 2017 Parker was diagnosed with ALL Leukemia after weeks of testing. It was an unimaginable diagnosis, he was so healthy, he was still in the middle of his hockey season playing 2 games every weekend. We didn’t understand how this could be. He was admitted to the Oncology ward at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia where he had his first chemotherapy treatment less than 24 hours of his diagnosis. He had coutless tests, surgeries and treatments and never complained once. He was so strong and we were so hopeful - his prognosis was good. We would get through this and he would be better than ever. He stayed in the hospital for 5 days and was released to continue his journey as an oncology outpatient of CHOP. We had all of our ducks in a row. We had hope and we had Parker. Twenty two days after his diagnosis, on March 11, 2017, Parker unexpectedly passed away from complications with Leukemia. Our family was devestated, as was our entire community. He was a beacon on light for all who knew him. His smile would brighten the darkest day. He was a funny, charismatic kid with a heart full of kindness and love. He loved his family, his dog, his friends, crazy socks, flat brimmed hats and hot pink. We will honor him and his beautiful soul through his army, Parker’s Army. Parker’s Army is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in the memory of Parker Nork, an avid athlete, who passed away after a short battle with ALL Leukemia at the young age of nine. To memorialize his beautiful life, the organization seeks to raise funds through various community events to provide scholarships to high school student athletes, to help fund area youth recreational programs and hockey programs and to donate to help in the fight to cure childhood cancer. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your support, your kindness and for loving Parker. The Nork Family,
Pete, Kim and Payton

11/04/2026

Hockey is back!!!
Come on out and support 2 great organizations. All donations will benefit the Brick Stars and Parkers Army ! Hope to see all our fans in the stands.

09/01/2026

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month, let’s “Go Gold”! These children, like Parker, deserve a fighting chance. They spend most of their childhood in hospitals, so sick they can't leave their beds. They have to endure countless tests, surgeries, procedures, treatments and all with the possibility of relapse. All with the possibility of losing their battle. All so young their lives barely began.

Never forget Parker and all of the children who have yet to be diagnosed, are currently in the battle of their lives and all who lost.

I love you forever, Bud 🩷

07/21/2026

🪼SUMMER DESIGNER BAG BINGO 🪼
When: Friday, July 24, 2026
Where: Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company
Time: Doors open at 5:00pm | Bingo starts at 6:00pm
Tickets: https://2026summerbingo.eventbrite.com

Parker's Army Designer Bag Bingo: Summer will have 15 beautiful designer handbags ready for you to take home! Don’t forget about our hand selected gift auction items, 50/50 and door prizes - there is lots of winning to be had! We can’t wait to see you there!

Bringing you all the summer feels with our Designer Bag Bingo! Join us for a fun night of Bingo and a chance to win 15 fabulous bags!

07/20/2026

BINGO IS THIS FRIDAY! Tickets are still available if you are looking for a super fun event for you and your friends! Take a look at the 15 handbags that you could take home along with gift auction items, 50/50 and door prizes! We can’t wait to see you there! Parker's Army Designer Bag Bingo: Summer for tickets!

07/15/2026

A HUGE thank you to our event sponsors! We couldn’t do it without you!

07/14/2026

Just a little sneak peek 👀 of our 15 gorgeous handbags ready to be won by you! Tickets are available for our Parker's Army Designer Bag Bingo: Summer! Click link for tickets!

06/29/2026

We would be as happy as a dog with a bone for you to become a sponsor for our Designer Handbag Bingo! Click the link to make it official! www.2026summerbingo.eventbrite.com

Address

1018 Midship Avenue
Manahawkin, NJ
08050

Website

http://www.parkersarmy.com/

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