One of Jack's main philanthropic endeavors is the Hopewell Valley Community of Associated Music Projects (HV CAMP), which he co-founded in 2016 with colleague (and golf buddy) Sean Ryan. Jack and Sean's goal was to create musical opportunities that allowed members of the local community to perform together when they otherwise would not have those professional opportunities.
Since HV CAMP's inception in 2016, the group has grown to encompass a number of different musical ensembles, most notably the Hopewell Valley Pops Orchestra (under Sean's direction), the Hopewell Valley Community Jazz Ensemble, and the Hopewell Valley Jazz Combo (both under Jack's direction). Concerts are given three times per year at the Titusville Presbyterian Church in Titusville, NJ.
Hopewell Valley Pops Orchestra, circa 2023
HV CAMP has also grown to offer additional musical services, such as referrals for private lessons, recital opportunities, master classes in the winter, instrument rental services, and a place where people can donate instruments for tax deductions. Perhaps best of all, though, is the fact that the members of the community who partake forge new friendships and have the chance to keep making music!
Hopewell Valley Community Jazz Ensemble, circa 2023
For more information about HV CAMP, visit www.hvcamp.org.