Nonprofit organization based out of Wildwood, NJ; IRS 501(c)3 TAX-ID #83-4646007

Who We Are & Our Mission:

We are a nonprofit organization based out of Wildwood, NJ (helping mostly Cape May County and surrounding areas), that provides athletic equipment and other necessities to local student-athletes and families in need of financial assistance. Our mission is to motivate and inspire kids at an early age to be a part of something special. Growing up, my dad used to tell my sisters and I "poise and confidence" when we were playing basketball. I feel as if this relates to all of life. I want to share this with others through acts of service in the community. This is me playing the game I love at an early age.

Our Why

Our Story

Growing up, my mom was (and still is) a teacher and my dad was a liquor salesman and basketball coach (and still is). I have always admired how much my mom loves her job and how she has always gone the extra mile for her students. I've always wanted to be just like my dad. He has a way about him that just makes people feel important, safe, and like they belong. Through being a basketball coach for roughly 20 years, I've watched my dad go the extra mile for his players time and time again. This included sometimes getting kids a pair of basketball shoes when they couldn't afford it or buying kids a couple new pairs of clothes when they could not afford that either. When I got to high school, I really started to notice firsthand how much of a need there actually was, particularly through my sports teams. I was blessed enough to have graduated from Wildwood High School as a 2,000 point scorer and the valedictorian of my class. I was so grateful for my time there and wanted to do something to give back. In April of 2019, a couple months before I graduated from high school, I started the Step Back Foundation so I could give back to a community that has given so much to me.

How to Donate

Upcoming Events

Check out our Eventbrite to find out more information on our upcoming/2024 events.

Upcoming Step Back Events

Step Back Donations

Through various fundraising efforts and events, we raise money that goes towards kids in need of athletic equipment and other necessities.

If you can not attend one of our events, you may donate by writing a check and mailing it our new office location. Checks are payable to the "Step Back Foundation" at 200 New Jersey Ave, North Wildwood, NJ 08260.

We also have an option to donate by Venmo. Our username is @thestepbackfoundation_ .

You may also donate through Donorbox by clicking the box below.

Donate

Office/Store Location

Our office is located at 200 New Jersey Ave, North Wildwood, NJ 08260. Our store hours are limited, so stay tuned to our social media posts to see when you can come shop!

However, you may donate by purchasing gear through our online shop (this link).

SHOP STEP BACK

Upcoming Events

On Friday, November 15th, we are hosting our 2024 Fall Auction Night at Mudhen Brewing Co. in Wildwood. For more information on this events or to purchase your ticket ahead of time for the event, click the link below.

Our next event is after our Fall Auction Night is our Easter egg hunt. The Easter egg hunt will be held on Saturday, April 19th.

Stay tuned for the dates of our 2025 summer events.

2024 Fall Auction Night

On Friday, November 15th, we are hosting our 2024 Fall Auction Night at Mudhen Brewing Co. in Wildwood. For more information on this events or to purchase your ticket ahead of time for the event, click the link below.

Purchase Your Ticket Here

Recent Events & Projects

2024 "Live Like Bolle" 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk

On August 10th, we held our 2024 "Live Like Bolle" 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk. Money that was raised from this event goes towards our academic scholarships in memory of Mr. Bill Bolle. In October of 2017, Mr. Bolle passed away suddenly. Mr. Bolle had a way of making people feel safe, special, and important. We honor him on race day each year at the beach, one of his favorite places he used to spend most of his summer days.

Click the button below to view pictures from this event!

Pictures from the race/walk

2024 Island 3v3 Basketball Tournament

On July 13th & 14th, we held our 2024 Island 3v3 Basketball Tournament at the North Wildwood Rec. Click the link to check out photos from the tournament!

Pictures from the tournament

2024 Step Back x Philly Revolution Basketball Clinic

On Saturday, August 3rd, we hosted our second annual basketball clinic with Philly Revolution, an AAU organization based out of Philadelphia. The camp was held at the Byrne Community Center in Wildwood.

More on Us & What We Do

2024 Best of South Jersey Competition

For the 3rd year in a row, we won gold for the Best of South Jersey competition in the category "nonprofit organizations". We also won silver for the category "place to volunteer" this year. Thank you for voting for us!

6abc News Story

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2023 #BCMFBeKindAward

2023 #BCMFBeKindAward

2024 "Live Like Bolle" Scholarships

We have scholarships available in memory of Mr. Bill Bolle, who unfortunately passed away in October of 2017. Mr. Bolle loved and promoted high school athletics. High school sports change the lives of many high school students by improving their work ethic, staying active, building memories, and of course, forming relationships that will last a long time. But most importantly, Mr. Bolle valued his family more than anything. 

Any 8th-grade student from Wildwood Catholic Academy is eligible for this scholarship. One student will be selected. The amount of this scholarship will be determined.

Any Cape May County student in 12th grade is available for our high school senior scholarship. Multiple students will be selected and amounts of each scholarship may vary.  

Please either email us a copy back at thestepbackfoundation@gmail.com or mail us your application at 200 New Jersey Avenue, North Wildwood, NJ 08260. Scholarship applications are due by May 1st, 2024.

8th Grade Student Application

8th Grade Application

High School Senior Scholarship

High School Senior Scholarship