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Holiday Express Clambake Raises $90,000

Long Branch, NJ - 400 people attended the 6th annual Holiday Express Clambake, sponsored by Shore Point Distributing Company, on September 15th, on the beach at McLoone’s Pier House.  An estimated $90,000 was raised to support Holiday Express’ mission, which is to deliver music, food, gifts, financial support, and friendship to those with the greatest need for the gift of human kindness during the holiday season and throughout the year

Attendees were treated to an evening of ocean breezes, a lavish buffet, dancing, and entertainment.  The night was a huge success made possible by generous individuals and companies who donated money, time, and auction items.

Established by Tim McLoone in 1993, Holiday Express is a non-profit organization, comprised of more than 1,500 volunteers, including 100 professional rock, jazz, folk, gospel and pop musicians.  Holiday Express visits, performs, and throws an interactive holiday party for 60 private charity programs from Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve.    They visit those who are often forgotten: the mentally and physically disabled, those in addiction and recovery programs, the poor and homeless, and children with serious illnesses. 

With limited public appearances, don’t miss the Holiday Express Benefit Concerts coming this winter.  December 11th at NJPAC in Newark presented by investors Bank and December 19th at Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank presented by Citi.  

For more information please visit www.holidayexpress.org

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