USS NEW JERSEY (SSN 796) Support Organization

130+ Sailors.
One Boat.
One State.
Unwavering Support.

A Virginia-class fast-attack submarine actively serving in the United States Navy fleet. Supporting the sailors who carry the mission beneath the sea.

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130+
Sailors Aboard
SSN 796 crew strength
501(c)(3)
Tax-Deductible
All donations acknowledged
NJ
Proudly Rooted
Homeport: Naval Station Norfolk, VA

About the Organization

Born from the legacy of the Commissioning Committee

The USS NEW JERSEY (SSN 796) Support Organization carries forward the proud responsibility of sustaining the connection between the submarine, her crew, and the citizens of the great state of New Jersey.

While the ceremonial commissioning marked a formal milestone in September 2024, our mission is far from complete. As long as there are sailors aboard SSN 796, we remain steadfast in our duty to support their morale, celebrate their service, and ensure they feel the unwavering gratitude of those they defend.

  • Every New Jersey citizen can contribute meaningfully
  • Every sailor knows they're backed 100%
  • Every port call feels like a homecoming
Learn About the Boat

Submarine service is silent, invisible, and often forgotten. But not here. We rally New Jerseyans to stand behind the crew - every deployment, every day.

Sept '24
Commissioned at NWS Earle, NJ
4,000+
Attended commissioning ceremony
200+
Sailors visited New Jersey
5,000+
Newsletter subscribers statewide

A Submarine with Jersey Grit

SSN 796 carries more than a name -
it carries a spirit.

Rooted in New Jersey's maritime heritage, SSN 796 sails with the pride of Newark, the strength of Camden, the resolve of Elizabeth, and the heart of every coastal town in the Garden State.

Our support echoes that same grit: tough, loyal, and proud.

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The BB-62 Connection

The tradition lives on through SSN 796's close partnership with Battleship USS New Jersey BB-62, berthed in Camden - linking today's silent service to the state's storied naval past. Virtute Ignis pro Libertas. Firepower for Freedom.

Newark
Pride of the Garden State's largest city - industrial strength and deep roots.
Camden
Home of Battleship BB-62 - the link between past and present New Jersey naval heritage.
Elizabeth
Birthplace of USS Holland - the founding city of the American submarine service.
Jersey Shore
The coastal heart of the state - where sea and community have always been one.

Get Involved

Pick the lane that fits you

Every contribution strengthens the crew's connection to New Jersey. Here's how you can help right now.

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Volunteer

Help with events, logistics, outreach, newsletter production, or family-centered efforts tied to the crew in Norfolk and supporters back home in New Jersey.

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Partner

New Jersey businesses can sponsor visible, useful efforts that show real community impact. Recognition, tax deduction, and clear logistics included.

Become a business partner
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Shop

Every purchase from the official store - from Firepower for Freedom coffee to commemorative coins and prints - supports the sailors and their families directly.

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Get In Touch

One channel.
Clear process.

All sponsor requests and organized support route through the USS NEW JERSEY (SSN 796) Support Organization. That keeps the process manageable for the command and ensures your goodwill reaches the right place at the right time.

  • Homeport Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia
  • Organization New Jersey-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit
    submarinenj.org
  • Response We respond to all inquiries - your contribution is documented and acknowledged.

Areas of Interest

All submissions are reviewed by the organization team and forwarded to the appropriate contacts. We respond to every inquiry.