O.C.E.A.N., Inc. works alongside trusted community partners to strengthen neighborhoods, expand access to services, and support individuals and families across the region. These partnerships reflect a shared commitment to youth development, education, health, safety, and community well-being.
Atlantic City Police Athletic League (AC PAL)
The Atlantic City Police Athletic League provides children with opportunities to participate in everyday childhood activities in a safe and caring environment. Programs are designed to reach a diverse group of young people while fostering positive relationships between youth and police officers.
Through consistent interaction, mentorship, and engagement, AC PAL helps strengthen trust between law enforcement and the community, creating benefits that extend beyond individual programs to the broader neighborhood.
Concerned Citizens of Whitesboro, Inc.
Founded in 1988 and incorporated in 1989, Concerned Citizens of Whitesboro, Inc. was formed through the collaboration of community organizations dedicated to addressing youth and community needs.
The organization promotes civic awareness through voter registration drives, community clean-ups, and informational forums, while continuing to focus on strengthening community engagement and involvement.
Ideal Institute of Technology
Ideal Institute of Technology provides education and career training in trade and business skills, with a focus on building technical competence and self-worth.
The institute supports individuals in Atlantic County seeking career paths beyond traditional casino employment, including high school graduates, dropouts, unemployed individuals, and adults looking to gain marketable technical skills in a shorter time frame.
Cape Assist
Cape Assist works to prevent and address substance misuse in Cape May County through education, advocacy, counseling, and community collaboration. Over time, the organization has expanded its services to include underage drinking prevention programs, smoke-free initiatives, youth after-school programs, senior outreach, leadership conferences, and community awareness events.
Today, Cape Assist serves as a leading prevention and treatment resource for both youth and adults in the county.
Monmouth Ocean Police Athletic League (MOPAL)
Monmouth Ocean Police Athletic League is a nonprofit organization focused on strengthening relationships between police officers, youth, and the community.
Through athletic, recreational, educational, and community service programs, MOPAL provides a safe and enriching environment that encourages positive engagement and personal growth. The organization emphasizes communication, trust, and involvement at the neighborhood level.
EZ Ride
EZ Ride supports access to safe, affordable, and reliable transportation throughout the region, recognizing transportation as a key factor in quality of life and economic opportunity.
For more than 40 years, EZ Ride has partnered with businesses and governments to address transportation challenges faced by older adults and lower-income families. Programs include carpools, vanpools, shuttles, active transportation initiatives, and ride services. EZ Ride also advances safety and sustainability efforts through speed studies, fleet electrification planning, and workplace charging solutions.
