Exchange Club of Ocean City

We will Never Forget

“Even the smallest act of service, the simplest act of kindness, is a way to honor those we lost, a way to reclaim that spirit of unity that followed 9/11.”
--former President Barack Obama

Our Exchange Club of Ocean City surprised The Covenant House New Jersey with a $3,000 donation at our meeting tonight.
Their organization has grown into a safe space that creates individualized programs for young people facing homelessness and Human Trafficking survivors.
Proud to support such a wonderful program serving New Jersey’s youth.

Friendly reminder that The Ocean City Halloween Parade has a new pet division 🐶😸🐸🐻🐭

Register your dressed up pet at www.ochp.blogspot.com

Parade is Thursday, October 24th 7:15pm

Looking to get involved in the community?
Come out to the next Exchange Club meeting at Gregory’s in Somers Point.
6-7pm social
7-8pm dinner/meeting
For more information, please visit
WWW.ocxc.org

The Exchange Club of Ocean City is proud to announce that registration for the 76th annual Ocean City Halloween Parade is now open!

Parade will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 7:15PM.

All are welcome to come out to view this fun-filled community event. The parade is on Asbury Ave, starting from 6th Streetand ending at 11th Street. For those wanting to participate in the parade, please note the following Divisions:

Division 1 – Children or Groups of Children up to age 12�Division 2 – Children or Groups of Children over 12 OR Family Groups OR Adult Groups�Division 3 – Animals & Pets in Costume�Division 4 – Organizations Marching in Costume (Churches, Non-Profits, Etc.)�Division 5 – Cheerleaders & Drill or Dance Teams�Division 6 – Non-Commercial Floats�Division 7 – Commercial Floats

➡️To register to be in the parade: please email: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Include your name, name and age of participant(s), address, email / phone number and the division you are registering for. An email confirmation will be sent back to you with your registration number within 24 hours Monday through Friday.

🥇Medals and trophies will be awarded to 1st and 2nd place entrants. Judges will evaluate based on appearance, originality & artistry. All award winners will be notified by phone or email the day after the parade. All winners’ names will also be printed in the following Thursday’s Ocean City Sentinel.

The Exchange Club of Ocean City, NJ was chartered in 1947 by local business leaders who wanted to exchange ideas on making their community better. Its core family values: Family, Community and Country are held by each Exchange member with pride and commitment.
For more information on the Halloween Parade, please visit Ocean City Halloween Parade (www.ochp.blogspot.com)
For more information on The Exchange Club of Ocean City, please visit
www.ocxc.org (http://www.ocxc.org/)

Hello
Happy Labor Day!

"The miracle is not that we do the work, but that we are happy to do it."
— Mother Teresa

If you're interested in the work The Exchange Club of Ocean City does, come to Gregory's next Monday Night
September 9th
6-7pm social
7-8pm dinner/meeting

🌟 Tune in to the new Talk Exchange episode to hear the inspiring stories of our Youth Award winners as they share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs. Don’t miss out on this uplifting episode that celebrates the power of determination and the bright future ahead! 🎙️✨
https://talkexchange.buzzsprout.com/2066741/15643394-episode-46-youth-award-winners

Congratulations to us, The Exchange Club of Ocean City for winning the Sentinel’s 9th Annual People’s Choice for
“BEST COMMUNITY EVENT” for our Ocean City Halloween Parade!

Thank you to everyone who voted for us. It was a surprise and honor.

Looking forward to this year’s parade which will be October 24th at 7pm.

Mark your calendar! 👻🎃💀

Join our Exchange Club of Ocean City and help make a lasting impact on our community!

We will begin meeting at Gregory’s in Somers Point again starting September 9th
6-7pm social
7-8pm dinner/meeting

Check out OCXC.org for more info!

A lot happened at last Monday’s meeting of The Exchange Club of Ocean City!
🔵 $6,795 raised for the John Lugo Scholarship Fund (this will be matched by his wife, Jane Lugo) and will be available to Ocean City High School students in 2025 who are looking to go into a law enforcement career.
🔵 We also gave $1,000 to the NJ Run for the Fallen
https://www.njrftf.org/

Interested in supporting our causes and becoming a member? See www.ocxc.org

At The National Exchange Club, we are proud to be serving our communities with a deep commitment to Americanism, community service, and youth programs. These programs of service have been at the heart of our mission, driving our efforts to create a more unified and caring society. Joining Exchange gives YOU the opportunity to impact the lives of so many across the nation. Visit our website today to find a club near you! ✨🎯

https://www.nationalexchangeclub.org/get-involved/

Hello
Purple Heart Day is observed on Aug. 7 each year and is a time for Americans to remember and honor the brave men and women who were either wounded on the battlefield or paid the ultimate sacrifice with their lives.

While an accurate and complete list of names no longer exists, National Geographic recently estimated that nearly 1.9 million service members have earned Purple Hearts since its creation. It is the oldest U.S. military honor still bestowed upon service members today. Until 1944, the Purple Heart recognized service members’ commendable actions as well. Then in 1944, the requirements limited the award to only those wounded or killed in combat.
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Another great night in the books! Love your community and interested in giving back? Next meeting is July 29th...message for details

2024/25 National Exchange President, Mike Reichek, sworn in.

Interested in hearing what we do?

The Exchange Club of Ocean City has already given over $14,000 to children’s charities, almost $5,000 toward community charities snd $5,000 toward national charities in 2024.

Next meeting is this Monday. DM us if you’d like to come out and meet us. 💙

On Saturday, June 22nd, Variety the Children’s Charity of the Delaware Valley participated in a event at the Ocean City Yacht Club called “Fishing for Kids”. The Exchange Club of Ocean City donated $500 to the cause and three members of our Club volunteered their time to this exceptional event.
“Fishing for Kids” provides a unique opportunity for the children with disabilities to go on a private fishing boat and fish perhaps for the first time – all for free – and without judgment. It is also a way for the members of both Clubs to give back a little of the enormous, good fortune that they have been blessed with and create lasting memories for members of the disability community.
Special thank you to our members, Jon Batastini, Frank Faverzani and Mark Kampf for donating their time and talents.

I'll be attending the amazing National Exchange Club Convention & Symposium 2024. Let me know if you're planning to attend so that we can say Hi! 👋
Or register now and join me at the event! https://whova.com/portal/registration/neccs_202407/?preview_image=1&referral=social_post_registration

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"Strong communities build a strong America"

Friendly reminder that The Ocean City Exchange Club is having their biweekly meeting this Monday.

In the summer we change things up by having meetings at members’ homes.

6 to 6:45 pm Social
6:45 to 7:15 dinner
7:15 to 8 meeting

Come out to a meeting and see what we do!

DM us for details!

Exchangite of the Year 🎉✨️ Sandra always shows up with lots of energy and a smile on her face. Thank you for your service.

Yesterday was Ozzie, Theresa, and Jim P.'s Club Anniversary. Eleven years and still going strong! 🎉✨️

Installation of 2024/2025 Officers and Board. Thank you Kara Helwig Wright for your service and ongoing support.

Beautifully written, Julie 💝

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Today is Sandra Han's 2 year anniversary as a member of the Exchange Club of Ocean City!