(Trenton, NJ) – Your Trenton Thunder, presented by NJM Insurance Group, along with Affinity Federal Credit Union, are excited to announce their Inaugural Hits for Hope: Every Hit Makes a Difference Program raised $5,500 for UrbanPromise Trenton during the 2026 season at Trenton Thunder Ballpark. Affinity Federal Credit Union pledged $10 for every single, $20 for every double, $30 for every triple and $40, for every homerun hit by a Trenton Thunder player at home during the 2026 season.
“The Trenton Thunder are incredibly proud to stand with Affinity Federal Credit Union and to see the success in year one of the Hits for Hope Program” said Trenton Thunder General Manager Jon Bodnar.
“The best teams are able to come together to achieve a common goal, and we couldn’t be happier to have the folks at Affinity FC as well as the great people of UrbanPromise Trenton as a part of our team, making this outcome possible.”
Since 2011, UrbanPromise Trenton has worked to provide a path to better opportunities and a better future for children and youth. Their goal is to create and maintain programs that allow students the opportunity to progress in life skills, spirituality, and education with the support of a passionate team behind them.
“Hits for Hope gave us a meaningful opportunity to turn what was happening on the field into a positive impact in the Trenton community,” said Ryan Marosy, Vice President of Marketing at Affinity Federal Credit Union. “We’re proud to partner with the Trenton Thunder and support the incredible work UrbanPromise Trenton is doing for local youth. Seeing the program generate $5,500 in its first year makes us even more excited about the impact we can create together.”
“At UrbanPromise Trenton, we believe every young person deserves an opportunity to succeed. We're grateful to the Trenton Thunder and Affinity Federal Credit Union for investing in our youth and showing them that their community believes in their future,” said Sean McFadden, Executive Director of UrbanPromise Trenton.
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About the Trenton Thunder
The Trenton Thunder have drawn over 11 million fans over 32 years and have won the three major awards that Minor League Baseball teams can win; the Johnson Trophy for the "Nation's Best Franchise," the Larry MacPhail Trophy for Outstanding Club Promotion, and the Bob Freitas Award for Long-Term Success (given by Baseball America). The team has given back over $9.8 million worth of goods, services, and monetary donations through the Grand Slam We Care Foundation.
