(Trenton, NJ) -- Your Trenton Thunder, presented by NJM Insurance Group, are proud to partner with the Rescue Mission of Trenton for a special fundraising event at Trenton Thunder Ballpark on Tuesday, July 23 @ 7pm to support the life-changing New Direction Program.
This unique experience offers fans the chance to enjoy a delicious meal prepared by Chef Jeff Henderson and students from the New Direction Culinary Program. Guests on the Thunder Luxury Suite Level will savor braised barbeque brisket sliders with melted jalapeno jack cheese and New Orleans jambalaya featuring shrimp, chicken, andouille sausage (vegetarian option available upon request). The Trenton Thunder will compliment the menu with a salad, additional entrée option, and dessert.
A portion of the proceeds from this exclusive event will directly benefit the Rescue Mission of Trenton's New Direction Program. This transformative nine-week program empowers individuals in recovery by providing them with the tools they need to build a brighter future. Through education, career development, and mentorship, participants gain the confidence and skills to achieve their full potential.
Throughout the evening, Chef Jeff Henderson and Rescue Mission of Trenton CEO Barrett Young will visit suites to share insights into the New Direction Culinary Program and how you can make a positive impact on your community.
Single Suites include 25 tickets and the gourmet food package. Up to 5 additional tickets can be purchased for $15 each. Double Suites accommodate 50 guests with the full food package, with the option to add 10 additional tickets for $15 each.
“The Mission is very excited to partner with the Trenton Thunder to highlight the New Direction Program founded with Chef Jeff,” said Rescue Mission of Trenton CEO Barrett Young. “This evening out at the ballpark will highlight the potential of the New Direction participants, and provide some great food.”
Show your support for the Trenton Thunder and the Rescue Mission of Trenton! Reserve your suite on Monday, April 29th. Join us for a night of baseball, delicious food, and making a difference in the lives of others!
About the New Directions Program
The New Direction Program is a transformative, nine-week experience that was introduced at The Mission to provide individuals in recovery with the opportunity to learn, to be challenged, to reflect, to create an inspiring plan for of their future, and to see something they may have never seen before – which is their real potential.
About Trenton Thunder Baseball
The Trenton Thunder have drawn over 10.7 million fans over 30 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 Frietas Award for Long-Term Success (Given by Baseball America). The team has given back over $8.5 million worth of goods, services, and monetary donations through Trenton Thunder Charities, under the Grand Slam We Care Foundation umbrella. The Thunder can be found online at trentonthunder.com.
