Department of New Jersey

Marine Corps League

Information From Around the Department

News and information for the good of the league from the department and detachments happening around the state.

Introduction Message from Department Commandant Christopher Soldano

Members of the Department of New Jersey, Now that both the convention and the holiday season are behind us, I’d like to take a moment to introduce myself to those of you I may not yet have had the pleasure of meeting. My name is Chris Soldano, and as of this past...

CPL William H. Smith Marine Corps League Annual Picnic

The CPL William H. Smith Marine Corps League is proud to announce its Annual Picnic, taking place on Friday, August 23rd, at VFW Post 9503, located on Veterans Boulevard in Bayville. The event will run from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM and promises an afternoon full of great...

2025 Hunterdon County Bulldogs Golf Classic is on Friday September 12th

The Hunterdon County Bulldogs Marine Corps League is pleased to announce our forth annual golf classic will be held at Beaver Brook Country Club on Friday, September 12th from 8AM-4PM.  Registrations begins at 8:00 am Shotgun start at 9:00 am Lunch approx. 2:00...

Support Local Veterans at Wingfest 2025

Mark your calendars and bring your appetite! Wingfest 2025 is back for its 4th Annual celebration of food, fun, and community—all in support of Vetwork, a nonprofit dedicated to assisting veterans in need. This year’s highly anticipated event will take place...

PFC Giordano Marine Corps Birthday Ball November 7th

Save the Date! The PFC Giordano Detachment proudly invites you to celebrate the 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball, as we gather to honor the founding of the United States Marine Corps and to pay tribute to the valor, commitment, and sacrifices of Marines past and...

Basilone Detachment 250th Birthday Ball November 8th

You are cordially invited to attend the United Stated Marine Corps 250th Birthday Ball Saturday, November 8th, 2025 at The Pines Manor, 2085 Lincoln Highway (Rt. 27) Edison, NJ 08817.  Four Hour Open Bar Cocktails 1800 (6:00 PM) - 1900 (7:00 PM) Hord d' Oeuvres...

William H. Smith Detachment 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball Celebration on November 8th

The William H. Smith Detachment 667 of the Marine Corps League is proud to host a formal celebration honoring the 250th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps. This special event will be held on Friday, November 8, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Clarion...

Gooney Bird Detachment Marine Corps Ball on November 9

The Marine Corps League, Gooney Bird Detachment, is proud to host the 2025 Marine Corps Ball in celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. This momentous occasion will take place on Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 12 PM to 4 PM at The Grand,...

Information From Around the Department

News and information for the good of the league from the department and detachments happening around the state.

Introduction Message from Department Commandant Christopher Soldano

Members of the Department of New Jersey, Now that both the convention and the holiday season are behind us, I’d like to take a moment to introduce myself to those of you I may not yet have had the pleasure of meeting. My name is Chris Soldano, and as of this past...

CPL William H. Smith Marine Corps League Annual Picnic

The CPL William H. Smith Marine Corps League is proud to announce its Annual Picnic, taking place on Friday, August 23rd, at VFW Post 9503, located on Veterans Boulevard in Bayville. The event will run from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM and promises an afternoon full of great...

2025 Hunterdon County Bulldogs Golf Classic is on Friday September 12th

The Hunterdon County Bulldogs Marine Corps League is pleased to announce our forth annual golf classic will be held at Beaver Brook Country Club on Friday, September 12th from 8AM-4PM.  Registrations begins at 8:00 am Shotgun start at 9:00 am Lunch approx. 2:00...

Support Local Veterans at Wingfest 2025

Mark your calendars and bring your appetite! Wingfest 2025 is back for its 4th Annual celebration of food, fun, and community—all in support of Vetwork, a nonprofit dedicated to assisting veterans in need. This year’s highly anticipated event will take place...

PFC Giordano Marine Corps Birthday Ball November 7th

Save the Date! The PFC Giordano Detachment proudly invites you to celebrate the 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball, as we gather to honor the founding of the United States Marine Corps and to pay tribute to the valor, commitment, and sacrifices of Marines past and...

Basilone Detachment 250th Birthday Ball November 8th

You are cordially invited to attend the United Stated Marine Corps 250th Birthday Ball Saturday, November 8th, 2025 at The Pines Manor, 2085 Lincoln Highway (Rt. 27) Edison, NJ 08817.  Four Hour Open Bar Cocktails 1800 (6:00 PM) - 1900 (7:00 PM) Hord d' Oeuvres...

William H. Smith Detachment 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball Celebration on November 8th

The William H. Smith Detachment 667 of the Marine Corps League is proud to host a formal celebration honoring the 250th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps. This special event will be held on Friday, November 8, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Clarion...

Gooney Bird Detachment Marine Corps Ball on November 9

The Marine Corps League, Gooney Bird Detachment, is proud to host the 2025 Marine Corps Ball in celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. This momentous occasion will take place on Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 12 PM to 4 PM at The Grand,...

Veteran resources from the 2025 Department Convention

Couldn’t make it to the convention? Don’t worry—you can still catch up with these must-see resources that were presented!

Free home modifications for disabled veterans

At Homes for Veterans, we specialize in adapting your home to meet your unique needs. Our services include installing safety bars, handrails, widening door openings, building ramps, and providing stair lifts. We also offer roll-in showers, kitchen adaptations, toilets, sinks, and shower spray units. For more information, feel free to email us at info@homesforveterans.us. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at www.homesforveterans.us.

Financial assistance to families of veterans who have passed unexpectedly

The Call On Me Foundation was founded by Veterans who wish to continue their service by helping other Veterans and their families. Our mission is to provide short-term financial support to the families of Veterans who have passed away unexpectedly and to honor those who chose to answer the call. For more information, feel free to email us at callonmefoundation@gmail.com. Visit our website at thecallonmefoundation.com

The right path for Medicare for NJ Veterans

Whether you’re already on Medicare or plan on enrolling soon, we want to clear the way for you to get the information and answers you need to get the most out of your benefits. The first step to understanding what plan to choose is understanding the basics of Medicare. Let’s talk about the possibilities. Ask about Braven Medicare Salute (PPO). For more information, feel free to call us at 1-833-713-1313 (TTY 711), or learn more at our website BravenHealth.com/Salute today.