party with purpose

What party with purpose does

Party with Purpose is a 100% volunteer-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2002 in Hoboken, New Jersey by Scott Delea in the aftermath of 9/11. The organization mobilizes volunteers to run fundraising events — including a flagship 5K race, a Cornhole tournament, a Trivia Bar Crawl, and a gala — and channels the proceeds to local children's charities and youth programs in New Jersey. Since founding, Party with Purpose reports having donated more than $1,000,000 cumulatively to local children's charities, and in 2026 alone distributed micro-grants ranging from $500 to $3,500 to 26 recipient organizations.

The organization operates with zero paid employees, relying entirely on volunteer labor to execute events, manage sponsorship relationships, and administer grants. Its technology stack is composed exclusively of standard commercial platforms — Squarespace for web, RunSignUp for race registration, Eventbrite and TicketTailor for event ticketing, and Zeffy for donation processing — with no proprietary technology, data assets, or AI/ML capabilities. The beneficiary base is concentrated in Hudson County, NJ, with a second chapter launched in Monmouth County (Jersey Shore) in June 2024.

Party with Purpose's revenue model combines individual donations, corporate sponsorships sold in tiered packages (Platinum $10,000 / Gold $5,000 / Bronze $2,500), and event registration fees (5K at $50 per runner; Cornhole and Trivia Bar Crawl at $60–$70 per team). Named corporate sponsors include Ernst & Young, Ben & Jerry's, ACME, and Fleet Feet. The organization maintains an 11+ year charity partnership with NYRR (New York Road Runners) and reports 500+ runners participating in its signature 5K event.

Name

party with purpose

Legal name

Party With Purpose

Website

https://partywithpurpose.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Party with Purpose is a 100% volunteer-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2002 in Hoboken, NJ, that runs fundraising events (5K, Cornhole, Trivia Bar Crawl, gala) to channel donations and micro-grants to local children's charities across Hudson and Monmouth Counties, New Jersey.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Fundraising & Charitable Services

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (8134), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Fundraisers & Charity Events (Gala/Walks excluded) (MPAGAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cultural Festivals & Events Organizations (BPAGAHAG), Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAJ)

Keywords

• Charity fundraising events
• Youth charity support
• Volunteer event planning
• Corporate sponsorship programs
• Community nonprofit fundraising

Headquarters

HQ city

Hoboken

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: The organization accepts tax-deductible donations from individuals at various levels ($25, $50, $75, $100, $250, $500, $1,000 and custom amounts) on a one-time, weekly, or monthly basis.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships at three tiers: Platinum ($10,000) includes year-round logo visibility, 40 race registrations, 2 VIP invitations, booth at 5K; Gold ($5,000) includes logo on race day t-shirt, 20 registrations, 1 VIP invitation; Bronze ($2,500) includes 10 race registrations, 1 general admission to Winter Benefit.
3. Event Registration Fees: Revenue generated from participant registration fees for events such as the PWP 5K ($50 per participant), charity cornhole tournaments ($70 per team), trivia bar crawls ($60 per team of 4), galas, and other community events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Party with Purpose is a 100% volunteer-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that organizes community social events and fundraisers—such as an annual 5K race, galas, trivia bar crawls, charity cornhole tournaments, and marathon team partnerships—and directs the proceeds to local children's charities in Hudson County, NJ and the Jersey Shore area. The organization also sells corporate sponsorship packages (Platinum, Gold, Bronze) and processes individual donations to fund its charity grants.

Product overview

Party with Purpose is a 100% volunteer-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that combines community social events with charitable giving to support local children's charities. The organization operates primarily in Hoboken, NJ and the Jersey Shore area, offering a portfolio of fundraising events including annual 5K races, galas, soirees, trivia bar crawls, cornhole tournaments, and marathon team partnerships. The PWP 5K events and Annual Gala serve as signature programs, while the Jersey Shore chapter extends reach to Monmouth County. All proceeds are distributed to partner charities focused on children's welfare, education, and youth development. The organization also facilitates corporate sponsorships and individual donations through its online platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $1,000,000 donated to local children's charities since 2002
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Layups 4 LifeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Co-host of annual Charity Cornhole Tournament. Layups 4 Life raises funds for cancer research and clinical trials while PWP supports local children's charities.
• Friendly Green JacketsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Collaborative partner for the Back to Summer Charity Concert Fundraiser benefiting PWP-Jersey Shore and other local charities.
• Team WildernesscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2024Jersey Shore chapter collaboration partner. Team Wilderness provides outdoor programming for urban youth and PWP supports through fundraising and volunteer coordination. PWP founder Scott Delea was honored at Team Wilderness's Blazing-a-Trail 2024 gala.
• Royal FlushminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local business sponsor recognized on Party with Purpose's sponsorship page and promotional materials.
• Ernst & YoungminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Corporate sponsor recognized on Party with Purpose's sponsorship page and promotional materials.
• ACMEminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local business sponsor recognized as a Proud Sponsor on Party with Purpose's website.
• Alessio'sminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local business sponsor recognized as a Proud Sponsor on Party with Purpose's website.
• Base GymminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local fitness business sponsor recognized as a Proud Sponsor on Party with Purpose's website.
• Ben & Jerry'sminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local business sponsor recognized as a Proud Sponsor on Party with Purpose's website.
• Fleet FeetminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local running/outdoor retailer sponsor recognized as a Proud Sponsor on Party with Purpose's website.
• HiveminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local business sponsor recognized as a Proud Sponsor on Party with Purpose's website.
• Hoboken GirlminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local media outlet and sponsor partner promoting PWP events to Hoboken community.
• Hoboken MademinorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local Hoboken brand and sponsor recognized on Party with Purpose's website.
• IronstateminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local business sponsor recognized as a Proud Sponsor on Party with Purpose's website.
• SCHMITTY'SminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local business sponsor recognized as a Proud Sponsor on Party with Purpose's website.
• Shop RiteminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Retail sponsor recognized as a Proud Sponsor on Party with Purpose's website.
• The Local ThreadminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local business sponsor recognized as a Proud Sponsor on Party with Purpose's website.
• FIRM AFminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Local business sponsor recognized as a Proud Sponsor on Party with Purpose's website.
• New York Road Runners (NYRR)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024PWP has been a charity partner with NYRR for 11+ years, providing charity spots for runners to gain eligibility to the NYC Marathon. Funds raised go to local children's charities.
• Hoboken Business AllianceminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Association partner for the International Day of Yoga-Hoboken event.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• March of Dimes: Large, established nonprofit that combines event-driven fundraising (March for Babies walks, signature galas) with grantmaking to health-focused beneficiaries. Comparable to PWP in the event-plus-grantmaking model, but at national scale and with paid staff.
• American Cancer Society: National nonprofit running signature fundraising events (Relay for Life, Galas, walks/runs) with corporate sponsorship tiers and individual donor programs. Comparable operating model to PWP via event-driven fundraising for a defined beneficiary cause area.
• Susan G. Komen: Runs Race for the Cure and other mass-participation fundraising events with tiered corporate sponsorships and extensive volunteer infrastructure. Closely analogous event-fundraising playbook to PWP's 5K + marathon model.
• St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: Children-focused nonprofit running large-scale event fundraisers (St. Jude Walk/Run, Dream Home Giveaway, marathon teams) with corporate sponsorships and grassroots volunteer committees. Comparable event-driven donor-acquisition model.
• Make-A-Wish Foundation: Children-focused nonprofit with regional chapters, signature fundraising events (Wish Night galas, Walk for Wishes), corporate sponsorships, and individual donor programs. Directly aligned cause focus and event portfolio.

Direct peers

• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National youth-services nonprofit that is itself a PWP grant recipient in both Hudson and Monmouth Counties. Operates with chapter-based structure, corporate sponsorships, and signature youth-development events — directly aligned with PWP's beneficiary focus.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of America: Youth-mentorship nonprofit with local chapter structure, event-driven fundraising (Bowl for Kids' Sake, galas), corporate sponsorships, and volunteer engagement. Operates the same local-chapter + signature-events playbook PWP uses.
• Points of Light: Volunteer-engagement nonprofit that mobilizes local communities around service events and corporate volunteer partnerships. Comparable grassroots volunteer-meeting structure and local-event-driven model, though at national scale.

Regional players

• Community Foundation of New Jersey: NJ-based grantmaking and giving-services organization serving Hudson/Monmouth and broader NJ markets. Most comparable regional peer given overlapping geography, nonprofit/charity grantmaking activity, and donor-advised fund support.
• United Way of Hudson County: Local Hudson County nonprofit running workplace giving campaigns, signature events, and corporate sponsorships supporting community programs. Directly comparable geography and stakeholder base to PWP's Hoboken operations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/partywithpurpose
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/party-with-purpose

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Subsidiaries1 record

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