Gopal Launching "Jersey Promise"

Monmouth County Democratic Chairman Vin Gopal is starting a new venture designed to help those throughout Central Jersey who are in need and struggling post-Hurricane Sandy. Gopal has announced that he will be launching a new non-profit  called "Jersey Promise".

According to Gopal, Jersey Promise's mission will be to" lift the burden of those in need and help unleash the potential within themselves."

In the coming months, some of the programs Jersey Promise will be focusing on include:

• Annual Turkey Drive for those in need.Annual Christmas Toy Drive for those in need.
• Annual Food Drive to support our local food banks
• Annual Coat Drive for those cold in winter
• Grocery Assistance and Senior Check-In for seniors, those house-bound and living alone
• GED Training Programs
• Tutoring and SAT Prep for students in need
• Resume Assistance and Job Search Support

To learn more about Vin Gopal's new non-profit you can visit the website  and/or  "Like" Jersey Promise's on Facebook  to follow its activities. Vin Gopal is also in the process of putting together a Board of Directors for Jersey Promise and is seeking volunteers for various programs. If you are interested in learning more, please click here.

Jersey Promise will officially launch with a reception on Wednesday, July 31st, 7:00pm to 9:00pm, at the Dauphin Grille at Berkeley Hotel in Asbury Park, NJ. Tickets are $30 and include a full dinner. Sponsorships are also available - this is a great way to learn about the organization while meeting folks from throughout the area. To purchase tickets, click here.