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Windmill of Brick to Host Kickoff of Hawk/Ocean of Love Fundraiser

The new owners of the WindMill of Brick have invited the Hawk 105.7 to kickoff their Annual Billboard Radiothon to raise funds for Ocean of Love at a WindMill sponsored dinner for the Ocean of Love family.

The dinner event will take place Aug. 12, 2013 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and will include a visit from the Blue Claws Mascot, Buster.

Each October, Hawk DJ Andy Chase, lives atop an Ocean of Love billboard for five days. Last year, the event raised more than $100,000.

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“We cannot thank Andy Chase, Hawk radio, and the WindMill enough for their continuous support of our organization,” said Linda Gillick, Executive Director of Ocean of Love.

The pre billboard kick-off event will be held at the newly-renovated WindMill of Brick at 856 Rt. 70. Hawk DJ, Chris Varacchi, will conduct a remote broadcast with two call-ins per hour.

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A donation of $5 or more will be rewarded with WindMill vouchers for a free hot dog and beverage to the first 500 people who come between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

For more than 25 years, Ocean of Love has been dedicated to supporting the daily needs of children with cancer and their families. It offers support group meetings, counseling, food assistance, household bill assistance, travel expenses to and from the hospital, funeral expenses, and much more.

“It is a home away from home where no child or family member needs to knock; the children and family are welcome at any time,” said Linda Gillick, Executive Director of Ocean of Love. She explained that when the organization loses a child to cancer, the contact with the family does not end. It continues with counseling and financial support.

"We are very proud new owners Gerry, Rodger, and Tim have chosen to dedicate their Grand Re-Opening efforts toward raising funds for Ocean of Love. They are also hosting a Family Outing for Ocean of Love at an upcoming BlueClaws Game. These activities are a clear indication that the franchises understand the value of neighbors helping neighbors, and I am certain this is just the first of many local organizations they will support,” said Rena Levine Levy, CEO of the WindMill restaurants.

Ocean of Love is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children living with cancer, as well as supporting their families. Located in Tom’s River, NJ, the organization helps families within Ocean County throughout the process of the illness. It strives to aid families both emotionally and financially in their everyday needs. Ocean of Love has assisted 450 families since 1988.







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