Press release:
Beach Haven, NJ. Tuesday, July 22, 2014 – The 6th annual Jetty Coquina Jam will be held on Taylor Avenue on Saturday, August 2nd at 10am. All proceeds from this event will benefit David’s Dream & Believe Cancer Foundation (DDBCF), which will then allocate the funds to local breast cancer patients in need. To date, and as a result of the Coquina Jam, Jetty has donated over $24,000 to local families affected by breast cancer, and DDBCF has donated in excess of $250,000 to New Jersey families living with the disease. All money raised through Coquina entry fees, sponsorships & beach activities will be donated to the Foundation.
As an all-female surf event, the Coquina Jam invites wahines of all ages who swim & surf at an intermediate to advanced level to participate. The first fourty-eight surfers to enter will compete in a bracket style tournament. The participating surfers will be split into two age groups, then a female from the new generation of surfers will be randomly paired with an experienced counterpart. The pairs will compete in the name of a commendable cause and for the beautifully carved Coquina Jam trophy, designed by Joel Dramis.
In addition to the action in the water, there will be an interactive beach atmosphere for beachgoers. Farias Surf & Sport‘s youth surf clinic will be led by Jetty Team Riders Jamie Dewitt & Selena Moberly for a donation of $20, Liquid Bliss Yoga will be holding yoga sessions, Naked Juice will have giveaways, and the Red Bull MXT mobile DJ will be providing music. Food donated by the Black Whale, Panzone’s, Speakeasy Pizzeria, Living on the Veg, & El Swell Taqueria will be available for purchase. A raffle for a custom RodeoBird Surfcraft surfboard, a handcrafted Alaia from Pine Knot Surfboards, a Bustin Boards longboard, a Kid’s Fun Basket, and a Women’s Basket including items from Jetty, Eden Eco, & Liquid Bliss Yoga will also be held to raise funds.
In order for this event to take place on August 2nd, Mother Nature must cooperate by providing both appropriate wave and weather conditions. No Wave dates have been set for August 3rd, 8th, and 9th. Stay connected to jettylife.com and the official Facebook account for updates as the contest date draws near.
Entry forms and waivers are available at the Jetty warehouse located at 1435 Route 539 (Unit A6), Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087, online at jettylife.com, and by request through info@jettylife.com. T-shirt & beach sponsorship opportunities are also available for interested individuals & businesses. Please visit jettylife.com to submit your request, or send an inquiry to info@jettylife.com.
About David’s Dream & Believe Cancer Foundation
David’s Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that raises funds to provide financial assistance and services to families primarily in New Jersey affected by a cancer diagnosis. David Caldarella, founder and Stage IV cancer survivor, established David’s Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation in 2010. The foundation has committed all of its resources to assisting the community in the fight against cancer, and holds many events throughout the year to raise funds to support this cause. In addition to the Coquina Jam, DDBCF holds the “Frank Panzone Jr. Cruisin’ for a Cure” presented by Panzone’s Pizza & Pasta, “Crabbin’ for a Cure” presented by Mud City Crab House, and “Let the Goodtimes Bowl,” and the Island Gala at the Sea Shell Resort. The foundation also participates in Chowderfest and various other community festivals. To date, the foundation has donated over $250,000. For more information, please visit davidsdreamandbelieve.org.
About Jetty
Jetty is a grassroots company with a special touch of NJ garage must and dust. We print most of our own apparel in-house using an eco-friendly, water-based discharge ink system. Jetty was formed with the intention of supporting athletes, artists, travelers, and musicians while spreading positive energy. Knowing that we have accomplished these things and motivated many to do the same is the foundation of The Jetty Life. The Jetty brand currently sells in 100 retailers in North America and Europe. Please feel free to contact Jetty for information about events, The Jetty Rock Foundation, or eco-friendly screenprinting services. Phone: 800.900.6435 or fax: 928.438.6825 or email: info@jettylife.com.
