Powered by the millions of fans who enter Prudential Center and supported by the hundreds of sports and entertainment stars who perform on its ice, court and stage each year, the Devils Youth Foundation fosters transformative results.

The mission of the Devils Youth Foundation is to champion, advance, and support equitable and inclusive access to life-changing experiences for youth in New Jersey by leveraging the power of sports, entertainment, and music.

The Challenge

New Jersey’s youth face challenges that stifle their growth potential and negatively impact their quality of life. The Devils Youth Foundation is taking on these challenges by creating and expanding youth programs through strategic partnerships with community organizations. Together, we will tackle a number of the issues our youth encounter to provide healthy alternatives that improve their chances of success.

The Solution

The Devils Youth Foundation is squarely focused on areas where we see great challenges – and where we see an opening to make a difference. The youth of New Jersey deserve great programs and activities that will get them moving and provide opportunities to satisfy their curiosity for new experiences. Through the platform amplified by the athletes and entertainers who perform at Prudential Center, we will use the power of sports and entertainment for good. What do we see as success? Improved physical well-being and life skills. Increased student participation in music. Higher educational opportunities and a better quality of life for those in need.

Board of Directors

Allison Blitzer
Board Chairperson Managing Partner, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment
Tad Brown
Chief Executive Officer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment
David Collins
Chief Financial Officer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment
Vaughn Crowe
Managing Partner, Newark Venture Partners
Marjorie Harris
Managing Partner, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment
Chris James
VP Strategy and Business Development, RWJBarnabas Health
Sarah Keh
Vice President. Inclusion Solutions, Prudential Financial
Jake Reynolds
Board President, President, New Jersey Devils
Brad Shron
EVP, General Counsel, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment

Staff Directory

Kate Whitman Annis
Executive Director
Sara Sturtevant
Grant Manager
Jess Swirson
Development Manager
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