Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation Announces Annual Golf Outings
Edison, NJ – May 5, 2026 - Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation is happy to announce the dates of annual golf outings for five of its hospital designations. The funds raised from these outings will support designated fundraising initiatives for each respective hospital.
Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation is the philanthropic division of Hackensack Meridian Health, a leading not-for-profit health care organization that is the largest, most comprehensive and truly integrated health care network in New Jersey.
Monday, May 11
Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center Foundation Golf Outing
Manasquan River Golf Club, Brielle
9 a.m. Registration and Breakfast
10:30 a.m. Shotgun Start
Approximately 4 p.m. Cocktail Reception and Dinner
Title Sponsors: George Harms Construction Co., Inc., Marquis Health Consulting Services and The Hesse Companies
Proceeds will benefit Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center’s Greatest Needs, providing support toward expertise, medical advancements and technology of a major medical center partnered with the personal, local approach of a community hospital.
Monday, June 29
Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation and Hackensack Meridian Palisades Medical Center Foundation Golf Outing
The Ridgewood Country Club, Paramus
7:30 a.m. Morning Registration and Breakfast
8:30 a.m. Morning Shotgun Start
Noon Afternoon Registration and Lunch
1:30 p.m. Afternoon Shotgun Start
6:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception
Presenting Sponsor: Inserra Supermarkets
Tournament Sponsors: Caryl & Jimmy Kourgelis, RSC Solutions
Proceeds will support the Cardiology Department at Hackensack University Medical Center and Surgical Growth at Palisades Medical Center.
Monday, July 13
Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center Foundation Golf Outing
Hollywood Golf Club and Deal Golf & Country Club, Deal
11 a.m. Registration and Breakfast
Noon Shotgun Start, Hollywood Golf Club
12:30 p.m. Shotgun Start, Deal Golf & Country Club
Cocktail Reception at Deal Golf & Country Club for all golfers following play
Tournament Benefactor: LF Driscoll/Structure Tone
Proceeds will proudly benefit Tackle Kids Cancer (TKC) at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital, as they celebrate 10 years of impact for TKC and eight years of advancing pediatric cancer care. At the heart of this program is a commitment to the families of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, who seek access to exceptional pediatric cancer care close to home.
Monday, September 14
Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center Golf Outing
Hamilton Farm Country Club, Gladstone
11 a.m. Registration and Lunch
12:30 p.m. Shotgun Start
5:30 p.m. Reception
Proceeds will benefit the expansion of Cardiology Services at JFK University Medical Center, which seeks to expand care for patients who suffer from congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, heart rhythm disorders, heart failure, hypertension, venous disease and pulmonary embolus.
“Our annual golf outings are a great way to support the transformation of health care in New Jersey while enjoying some of the finest golf courses our state has to offer,” said Joyce P. Hendricks, president and chief development officer, Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation. “The proceeds from these outings fuel Be The Difference, the largest health care fundraising initiative New Jersey has ever seen. They also foster a sense of community while allowing us to raise critical funds to enhance patient care, advance research and discovery and improve our facilities. My thanks to the many new and familiar faces who will join us on the links this year in support of Hackensack Meridian Health.”
Launched in September 2024, the Be The Difference campaign is a transformational effort focusing on four key pillars: enhancing the delivery of patient care, accelerating groundbreaking research and discovery, expanding access to care for all and revolutionizing medical education while supporting the nursing profession. Through this ambitious initiative, Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation aims to reshape health care for patients, clinicians and the diverse communities it serves, paving the way for a brighter, healthier future.
Individuals and foursomes can register for the golf outing of their choice by visiting GiveHMH.org/Events or by contacting the Strategic Events team at strategicevents@hmhn.org.
ABOUT HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH FOUNDATION
Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3), is the philanthropic division of Hackensack Meridian Health, a leading not-for-profit health care organization that is the largest, most comprehensive and truly integrated health care network in New Jersey, offering a complete range of medical services, innovative research and life-enhancing care. The foundation oversees fundraising for the network’s three academic medical centers, two children’s hospitals and seven community-based medical center foundations, as well as key initiatives, programs and services offered by Hackensack Meridian Health, including nursing support, behavioral health, children’s health, Hackensack Meridian Health’s Center for Discovery & Innovation and Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation has been designated as both a High Performer Overall and Healthcare System High Performer by the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP) within their 2025 Report on Giving.
In September 2024, Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation publicly launched its Be The Difference campaign, a one-billion-dollar fundraising initiative built upon four pillars, each designed to support Hackensack Meridian Health’s vision for New Jersey, including better delivery of patient care; revolutionizing medical education and supporting the nursing profession; accelerating research and discovery; and ensuring access to care for all. To learn more about the campaign, visit HMHBeTheDifference.org.
To make a gift in support of Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation, visit GiveHMH.org/Donate.
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