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Kids Dream Big Foundation Holiday Party

The nonprofit Kids Dream Big (KDB) Foundation is hosting their fourth annual holiday party from 8 to 11 p.m., December 6. Proceeds go toward a holiday shopping spree that rewards children from the Boys and Girls Club for their yearly achievements and commitment to focus on their futures, as well as future events. Guests will party and network with some of New Jersey’s best and brightest while enjoying breathtaking views of Manhattan and sipping impeccably curated holiday cocktails.

The mission of KDB Foundation is to motivate and inspire children through impactful experiences such as camps, community involvement and ongoing development of outreach projects with a focus on their futures and dreams.

Admission is $95 with pre-purchase only. Location: 225 River St., Hoboken. For more information, visit KidsDreamBigInc.org.





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