Thank you for joining our sold-out Fall Gala, Harvest Hope for the Ocean!

Waves of thanks to everyone who attended, donated, volunteered, bid in the silent auction, contributed to Fund It Now, and supported our gala, Harvest Hope for the Ocean! Your generosity and commitment help make our work possible.

A special thank you to our 2026 honorees!

To Joey Garofalo, Christopher Maher (OceanFirst Bank), and MAST: your leadership and ocean devotion inspire us all and remind us of the power of individuals and communities working together to protect the coast and ocean! We were honored to celebrate your achievements and impact!

 Waves of thanks to our sea-riffic committee, Rumson Country Club, The Haven, and Doug and Debi Douty of Lusty Lobster) for bringing this dream night to life! Most of all, thanks to you. Because of your support, Harvest Hope for the Ocean was a truly memorable evening filled with hope, community, and a collective mission to protect the ocean and coast! 

Click here to view the photo gallery from the event. Photos by Tom Zapcic Photography.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026

Place: The Riverhouse, Rumson Country Club (163 Rumson Rd, Rumson, NJ 07760) 

Time: 5:30 - 9:30 PM 

Thank you for supporting Clean Ocean Action's vital programs to improve and protect our ocean and keep our shores beachy-clean for today and future generations!