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.

Happy 250th Birthday, Marines!

Today, we come together to celebrate a milestone unlike any other, the 250th birthday of our beloved United States Marine Corps. Never in my wildest thoughts did I imagine I’d be writing a letter such as this on a day so steeped in history and pride. To say that I...

November 8th Chapel of the Four Chaplains Photo Gallery

Thank you to all who attended and participated in the Chapel of the Four Chaplains ceremony on Nov.8th at 11:00 am at the VFW Post 133 located on 485 Cranbury Rd. in East Brunswick, NJ. Below are photos of this year's recipients. [gallery...

2026 Department Convention April 23-26th at the Seaview Hotel

Join us at New Jersey’s only Historic Golf Hotel, the Seaview, in Galloway for the 2026 Department of New Jersey Convention on April 23-26th. For more than a century, this iconic hotel on the Jersey Shore near Atlantic City has hosted presidents, rock stars and golf’s...

2025 South Jersey Chapel of the Four Chaplains Events Nov 8 and Dec 6

I've listened to a lot of requests to have a Four Chaplains Induction Ceremony a little further south, so I've scheduled one on Nov.8th, at 11:00 am, at VFW Post 133,485 Cranbury Rd. East Brunswick, NJ; and another Four Chaplains Induction Ceremony even further south,...

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,...

Jersey Shore Detachment 250th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration November 10th

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1838 will honor the life and legacy of General Alfred M. Gray, Jr. (1928–2024)—the 29th Commandant of the United States Marine Corps,  —at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Spring Lake Manor (415 NJ-71,...

What to do when a veteran passes away

Our Department of NJ MCL Chaplain, Paul Thompson, has put together a packet of information on what to do after a veteran passes. The packet includes the following: US Department of Vetarans Affairs Packet  Preseidential Memorial Certificate Request Form...

Information From Around the Department

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

Happy 250th Birthday, Marines!

Today, we come together to celebrate a milestone unlike any other, the 250th birthday of our beloved United States Marine Corps. Never in my wildest thoughts did I imagine I’d be writing a letter such as this on a day so steeped in history and pride. To say that I...

November 8th Chapel of the Four Chaplains Photo Gallery

Thank you to all who attended and participated in the Chapel of the Four Chaplains ceremony on Nov.8th at 11:00 am at the VFW Post 133 located on 485 Cranbury Rd. in East Brunswick, NJ. Below are photos of this year's recipients. [gallery...

2026 Department Convention April 23-26th at the Seaview Hotel

Join us at New Jersey’s only Historic Golf Hotel, the Seaview, in Galloway for the 2026 Department of New Jersey Convention on April 23-26th. For more than a century, this iconic hotel on the Jersey Shore near Atlantic City has hosted presidents, rock stars and golf’s...

2025 South Jersey Chapel of the Four Chaplains Events Nov 8 and Dec 6

I've listened to a lot of requests to have a Four Chaplains Induction Ceremony a little further south, so I've scheduled one on Nov.8th, at 11:00 am, at VFW Post 133,485 Cranbury Rd. East Brunswick, NJ; and another Four Chaplains Induction Ceremony even further south,...

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,...

Jersey Shore Detachment 250th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration November 10th

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1838 will honor the life and legacy of General Alfred M. Gray, Jr. (1928–2024)—the 29th Commandant of the United States Marine Corps,  —at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Spring Lake Manor (415 NJ-71,...

What to do when a veteran passes away

Our Department of NJ MCL Chaplain, Paul Thompson, has put together a packet of information on what to do after a veteran passes. The packet includes the following: US Department of Vetarans Affairs Packet  Preseidential Memorial Certificate Request Form...

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.