2-18-2026 7:12pm

2nd Annual David L. Reiley Memorial Hockey for Healthy Homes Returns March 15

Donnella Tilery Editor

FLEMINGTON, NJ — February 18, 2026 — Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity will host the 2nd Annual David L. Reiley Memorial Hockey for Healthy Homes on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Flemington Ice Arena, located at 426 Case Blvd, Flemington, NJ 08822.

This special community event brings together hockey fans, local supporters, and New Jersey Devils alumni for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition, all in support of Raritan Valley Habitat’s Aging in Place and Home Safety & Repair Programs.

Participants skate alongside former New Jersey Devils players, including Ken Daneyko, Grant Marshall, Randy Velischek, and Travis Zajac.

Spectators get to cheer on family, friends, and hockey heroes.Funds raised support critical repairs, accessibility improvements, and safety modifications that allow vulnerable Hunterdon and Somerset County homeowners to remain in the homes and communities they love.The event honors the legacy of David L. Reiley, a dedicated volunteer and passionate advocate for Raritan Valley Habitat’s mission.

“Bringing community together to make a difference is the best way we know to honor Dave Reiley,” said Jessica Abbott, Executive Director of Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity. “Nobody was more committed to service—or to hockey—than Dave.

This event was his baby, and we’re honored to continue it.”

Event Sponsor and Community Partners: Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity is proud to recognize RWJBarnabas Health as the Event Sponsor. Their leadership and commitment to building healthier communities have been instrumental in making this event possible.

We are also grateful for the generous support of Unity Bank and JCB Architectural. Their partnership helps ensure that more families in our region can live in safe and healthy homes.

Special thanks to Bruce Driver, Twin Oaks Ice Rink, and Flemington Ice Arena for their collaboration and support in planning this meaningful event and bringing the community together for a great cause.

Registration Information -Players who would like to participate can choose one of two options. They may register with a $10 fee and commit to raising a minimum of $500, or they may select the $500 pay to play option to immediately meet the participation requirement.

Those who choose the fundraising option will receive a personalized peer-to-peer fundraising link, making it easy to share their story and collect donations from friends, family, coworkers, and teammates. Spectators are encouraged to attend the game and join us for the post-game meet & greet with the NJ Devils Alumni.

For more information, to register to play, or to make a donation, visit:
https://rvhabitat.givecloud.co/hockey

About Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity
Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity has been building homes, communities, and hope since 1991. Somerset and Hunterdon County families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Through financial support, volunteering, or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves.

Through shelter, we empower.

To support the New Homeowner, Repair, Almost Home, and Neighborhood Revitalization programs by making a donation, please visit www.rvhabitat.org/give or mail a donation to Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity, P.O. Box 330, Pluckemin, NJ 07978.

For individuals and groups who would like to volunteer, visit rvhabitat.org/volunteer. To shop, donate, or volunteer at our ReStore, visit rvhabitatrestore.org.