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Let's join hands together

for the kids

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July 11, 2026

34 YEARS STRONG!

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Bowling for Jack's Kids

March 8, 2026

Hands gently holding a red heart symbol on wooden surface.

Let's join hands together

for the kids

A baseball resting on the pitcher's mound dirt near the white chalk line.

July 11, 2026

34 YEARS STRONG!

Bowling ball striking pins with a dark background.

Bowling for Jack's Kids

March 8, 2026

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Welcome to Jack's Kids

The heart of Jack’s Kids is to ease the financial burden on families dealing with serious childhood illnesses and/or serious disabilities so they can focus on wrapping their families in the love and attention they need.

We are a 501(c)(3) under the Somerville Elks Charitable Trust that is made entirely of volunteers.

“IT’S ALL ABOUT THE KIDS!”

Kids Stories

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Events

News

Step Up to the Plate: 34th Annual Jack Gardner Memorial Softball Tournament Returns July 11, 2026

Softball, community, and a great cause come together on July 11, 2026, for the 34th Annual Jack Gardner Memorial Softball Tournament supporting Jack’s Kids families.

Bowling for Jack’s Kids Returns for Its 15th Year

Bowling for Jack’s Kids celebrates its 15th year on March 8, 2026. Bowlers and sponsors are invited to support Jack’s Kids families while enjoying an afternoon of bowling, raffles, and community fun.

33rd Annual Jack Gardner Memorial Softball Tournament: A Day of Community, Support, and Celebration

The 33rd Annual Jack Gardner Memorial Softball Tournament united over 40 teams and hundreds of supporters across Somerset County to raise over $50,000 in donations for Jack’s Kids. With heartfelt family stories, first pitches by the kids, and a full day of games, crafts, food, and community spirit, this year’s event was a powerful reminder of what it’s all about — the kids.

We extend our deepest appreciation to a few of our distinguished long-term supporters: