(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Mercy Center will host its annual Turn Up the Heat Code Blue Concert on December 10, 2026, at the legendary Stone Pony in Asbury Park. Hosted by Pat Guadagno and Big Joe Henry of 101.5, the event brings together community leaders, local businesses, supporters, and music enthusiasts for an evening of camaraderie and philanthropy benefiting Mercy Center and their new Warming Center.
This year's concert features The Cliffs, a popular local band known for their crowd-pleasing mix of party favorites. Their high-energy performance promises a memorable night of live music, community spirit and a packed dance floor, all in support of a vital local cause. Proceeds will benefit Mercy Center's Code Blue Warming Center, which provides a safe, warm place for individuals experiencing homelessness to find shelter during freezing winter nights.
"Turn Up the Heat is about so much more than a night of great music," said Mercy Center President and CEO Kim Guadagno." It's an opportunity for our community to come together to support our neighbors in need and ensure that individuals experiencing homelessness have a warm, safe place to turn to on the coldest winter nights. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who makes this event possible and helps us continue this vital work."
Multi-tier sponsorship opportunities and ticket sales are now available. Businesses and individuals interested in participating are encouraged to register early and support the important work of Mercy Center and the Warming Center.
For more information, sponsorship opportunities, or to register, visit the Mercy Center website or contact Mercy Center at 732-889-2410. The Stone Pony is located at 913 Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park, New Jersey.
Turn up the heat! Save a life!
Mercy Center strives to alleviate generational poverty in the Greater Asbury Park area through programs and services that empower, enrich, and educate. Guided by the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy, the organization provides emergency assistance, family support services, educational programming, and operates Sisters Academy of New Jersey, a tuition-free middle school for girls.
During 2024-2025, Mercy Center distributed more than 1.8 million meals, provided over $300,000 in assistance to those in need through the Family Resource Center, and continued its commitment to educational excellence through Sisters Academy, which has celebrated over 300 graduates since its founding. Through its comprehensive programs, Mercy Center helps individuals and families build brighter futures and achieve lasting self-sufficiency.
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