SANDY HOOK, N.J., June 1, 2026 - With the Atlantic Ocean as its backdrop and near-perfect spring weather setting the tone for the evening, the Jersey Shore Partnership welcomed hundreds of guests to Sandy Hook on May 18 for Summer Celebration 2026, a signature gathering honoring the people, partnerships, and shared commitment behind protecting and preserving New Jersey’s coastline. The event transformed the beachfront at Gateway National Recreation Area into a vibrant showcase of coastal...

This is the largest investment since Hurricane Sandy and the largest ever without a severe coastal storm. Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that South Jersey will receive $99 million in federal funding from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to replenish and protect key beaches in the region. This is the biggest investment in New Jersey beach projects in a year without a severe coastal storm. "I have been working closely with the Army Corps to make sure South Jersey is a...

For the first time in decades, 2025 saw no federal dollars allocated for beach replenishment. Without these critical funds, South Jersey’s shoreline faces unprecedented risk, especially for the homes, businesses, and ecosystems it protects. Early appropriations for the next fiscal year suggest even deeper cuts ahead. That’s why we’ve partnered with the Jersey Shore Partnership, the state’s leading authority on coastal restoration, for a virtual roundtable on Wednesday, October 1 to discuss:...