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The Battleship New Jersey Needs YOU!

It costs $10,000 per day to keep the ship afloat on the river. Please make a donation to support the ship at this critical time. You can mail a donation to 62 Battleship Place, Camden, NJ 08103. You can also make a donation at the link below.

Your Donation Supports:
  • The ongoing preservation and maintenance of America’s most decorated battleship
  • Educational programs that educate & inspire the next generation
  • Honoring the brave sailors who served aboard as living history
More Ways to Support the Battleship
Corporate Sponsor
Become a Corporate Sponsor

The Corporate Sponsors program affords the Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial an opportunity to extend educational support throughout the region by helping underwrite free admission for underprivileged school children, providing access to a historical attraction for those without such opportunities. In addition, your company’s support will help us sustain our ongoing maintenance, restoration, preservation and education programs.

Charitable Gifting
CHARITABLE GIFTING, RMD’S AND QCD’S

Many friends of the Battleship want to help preserve this historic ship for future generations.

If you’re 73 or older and have an IRA, the IRS requires you to take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) each year. You can donate part or all of your RMD directly to the Battleship New Jersey as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD).

A QCD can lower your taxable income, reduce the portion of Social Security subject to tax, and may even lower your Medicare premiums—all while supporting the Battleship. (Note: QCDs from Roth IRAs offer no tax benefit.)

Become a Member
Become Part of the Crew

Support the Battleship New Jersey and help preserve one of America’s greatest warships for generations to come. Your membership keeps this historic museum and memorial thriving — ensuring visitors can continue to experience history where it happened.

Members enjoy unlimited visits, exclusive events, and special discounts throughout the year, all while joining a dedicated community that helps keep the “Big J” shipshape and open to all.

Planned Giving
Leave a lasting legacy aboard the Battleship New Jersey!

By including the Battleship in your estate plans, you help preserve America’s most decorated battleship for future generations.

Support the Battleship New Jersey through:
  • Bequests & Gift Intent
    Include the Battleship in your will or trust.
  • Beneficiary Designations
    Name the Battleship as a beneficiary of your retirement accounts, life insurance policies, and more.
Become a Volunteer
Share the Pride. Become a Member of Our Volunteer Crew.

Volunteering aboard the Battleship New Jersey is a unique opportunity. Volunteers can work with veterans and youth groups, participate in certain events, attend specialized lectures and tours. There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available including lecturer, librarian, historical researcher, restoration specialist, maintenance, radio club, clerical support, or stationed tour guide. Inquire today!

Battleship Plates
Support your favorite ship by ordering specialty license plates.

Your purchase of this special plate will help restore, preserve, exhibit, and interpret the history of the Battleship New Jersey and her veterans for current and future generations.

Fly a Flag on the Battleship
Fly a Flag on the Historic Battleship New Jersey!

Experience a unique opportunity to have your flag flown aboard the legendary Battleship New Jersey! Whether you’re honoring a loved one, celebrating a special occasion, or simply showing your patriotism, our “Fly a Flag” service offers a memorable way to make your mark on history.

Memorial Brick
Help Support The Battleship One Brick at a Time

Create a lasting tribute aboard the Battleship New Jersey with a custom-engraved memorial brick. Whether you’re honoring a veteran, remembering a loved one, or commemorating a special milestone, your brick will become a permanent part of the ship’s historic pier.

Place your name or a family/friend’s name, or any message on a brick. The brick will then be placed on the memorial pier for all to see. You can also get a replica brick for your home or office for an additional fee. Your donation will serve as a permanent reminder of your support of our nation’s most decorated battleship.

Artifact Donation
Artifact donation guidelines for the Battleship New Jersey.

The Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial thanks you for your interest in donating to us! To fulfill our mission, we accept a variety of materials and artifacts to use for exhibitions, research, and hands on education. The Museum follows the ethical guidelines for acquiring artifacts established by the American Alliance of Museums. The Museum reviews every donation offer to determine whether it supports our mission and meets collection criteria.

BattleshipNJ Podcast
Listen to WETSU: A BattleshipNJ Podcast

WETSU dives into the untold stories of America’s most decorated battleship. Hosted by the Battleship’s CEO, Marshall Spevak, this podcast features interviews with veterans, historians, and key figures connected to the ship’s legacy. We’ll explore life aboard the Battleship, spotlight New Jersey’s military and veteran community, and connect the past to the present. Listen or watch today!

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Our Supporters

The Battleship New Jersey collaborates with individual supporters, foundations, governments, companies, nonprofits, and other organizations to restore, preserve, and exhibit the continuing history of the USS New Jersey and those who worked and served on her so their service will continue to educate and inspire future generations. Our partners provide financial, volunteer, and in-kind support for The World’s Greatest Battleship.