Reflecting on a Year of Giving Back

A look at how our teammates created impact, connection, and community throughout 2025.

Key Takeaways

• HOPE Week “Close to Home” supporting local families
• Recognized by NJBiz as a Corporate Citizen finalist
• Every teammate donates $100 annually to a cause of their choice

Serving with purpose, together.

As we look back on 2025, one thing stands out: our team kept showing up with heart—supporting local families, uplifting nonprofit partners, and strengthening the communities where we live and work.

We’re honored that these efforts earned us recognition as a Business of the Year finalist in the Corporate Citizen category by NJBiz. It’s all part of our long‑standing CARES value of Service to Our Community.

• HOPE Week “Close to Home” focused on families and children in New Brunswick.
• Hands‑on volunteering + team challenges that unlocked company‑sponsored donations.
• Year‑round giving amplified by teammate‑directed $100 donations.

💖 HOPE Week 2025: “Close to Home”

Based at our New Brunswick headquarters, HOPE Week brings everyone together for a week of service. This year’s theme, “Close to Home,” supported Rutgers Food Pantry, Ronald McDonald House, Children’s Specialized Hospital, and New Brunswick Public Schools.

Teammates rolled up their sleeves for hands‑on activities, friendly challenges unlocking company‑sponsored donations, and a stuffed‑animal station for pediatric patients. A highlight was hearing directly from Children’s Specialized Hospital about how contributions support children and families.

🌱 Giving Back All Year Long

Community support doesn’t end when HOPE Week does. Every teammate receives $100 annually to donate to a charity of their choice, creating a ripple effect of good all year long.

• Covenant House
• Urban Promise of Wilmington
• Baking Memories 4 Kids
• Feeding America
• Lifesource
• Elijah’s Promise
• Community FoodBank of New Jersey (incl. Women Fighting Hunger Luncheon)
• Lady Dukes Foundation
• Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (Little Heroes Prom sponsor)
• Noah’s Ark Animal Workshop
• Barnabas Children’s Hospital
• Anchor House
• Wreaths Across America
• Give Kids the World
• Meals on Wheels
• Watershed Institute
• American Cancer Society
• Nashville Rescue
• Megan Shulman Foundation

🎯 A Continuing Tradition of Service

“For nearly five decades, our teammates have upheld a strong tradition of serving others. As we approach our 50th anniversary in 2026, we are especially excited to celebrate this milestone year through continued contributions and ongoing community support,” shares Dave Dittman, President of Next Level Performance. “Our team continues to demonstrate the power of shared purpose, and we are proud to support organizations that lift communities and change lives.”