the annual Sweep the Deck Gala<\/a>. Both feature active participation from current and former Devils players, alumni and team executives. Earlier this year, the Sweep the Deck Gala raised a record $2 million for the foundation\u2019s programs.\n<\/p>\nThe 2026\u201327 grant class includes a mix of returning and new nonprofit partners.\n<\/p>\n
According to the foundation, the grants are expected to help more than 93,000 young people statewide.<\/p>\n
Among others, 2026 Devils Youth Foundation grants will support:<\/p>\n
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Essex, Hudson & Union Counties
\nBoys & Girls Club of Newark
\nCommunity FoodBank of New Jersey
\nGreater Newark Conservancy
\nHockey in New Jersey
\nLa Casa de Don Pedro
\nNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
\nNewark Beth Israel Medical Center
\nNewark Community Street Team
\nNewark Public Library
\nOasis \u2013 A Haven for Women and Children
\nSave the Music Foundation
\nSpecial Olympics New Jersey
\nTrust for Public Land
\nUnited Community Corp
\nYMCA of Newark and Vicinity<\/p>\n
\u201cAt the Devils Youth Foundation, our mission is rooted in strengthening the communities we serve and expanding access to opportunity for our youth,\u201d said Allison Blitzer, chair of the Devils Youth Foundation. \u201cReaching this milestone reflects not only our continued growth, but the power of partnership and shared commitment across New Jersey.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cBy investing in programs that support physical and mental wellness, food security, education, and the arts, we are helping to build healthier, more connected communities where New Jersey\u2019s youth can truly thrive.\u201d\n<\/p>\n
Scoring scholarships<\/p>\n
In addition to the grant awards, the foundation announced the recipients of its third annual scholarship program, which is conducted in partnership with New Jersey Devils alumni.\n<\/p>\n
Ten New Jersey high school students each received $5,000 scholarships for the 2026\u201327 academic year: Kyla D. of Carteret, Nolan G. of Florham Park, Shawn G. of Middletown, Patrick H. of Scotch Plains, Ryan M. of Cedar Grove, Ana M. of Newark, Sofia M. of Parlin, Hadyn M. of Summit, Kaitlyn R. of Bayonne and Sydney S. of Holmdel.\n<\/p>\n
The scholarship program has been funded through proceeds from the MB30 Golf Invitational and is supported by a Devils alumni advisory committee that includes Brodeur, Ken Daneyko, Bruce Driver, Andy Greene, Bryce Salvador and Travis Zajac.
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The Devils Youth Foundation Scholarship Program recipients. \u2013 PROVIDED BY DEVILS YOUTH FOUNDATION\n<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is incredibly inspiring to recognize this group of students who are already making a meaningful impact in their communities,\u201d said Brodeur, a Devils legend, as well as Hockey Hall of Fame (2018) and New Jersey Hall of Fame inductee (2025), who now serves as executive vice president of hockey operations for the team. \u201cThrough our partnership with the Devils Youth Foundation, we are proud to invest in young leaders who are committed to service, growth, and creating positive change.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cThese scholarships are not only a recognition of their achievements, but a reflection of our belief in their potential to shape stronger communities across New Jersey for years to come.\u201d\n<\/p>\n
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The Devils Youth Foundation Scholarship Program recipients. \u2013 PROVIDED BY DEVILS YOUTH FOUNDATION\n<\/p>\n