Tell me about this event.

The Miriam’s Heart Family Fun Night at the Somerset Patriots is a cherished annual tradition, celebrating its 11th year! This special event brings together adoptive and foster families, community groups, and supporters for a night of celebration.

NEW THIS YEAR join us in the EXCLUSIVE SK Club! Enjoy delicious food and libations all for a good cause!

Private indoor bar
Private restroom
Beautiful view of the on-field action
Perfect vantage point to watch postgame fireworks

What is the Family Fun Night?

Miriam's Heart Family Fun Night at the Somerset Patriots is an event for adoptive and foster families. It's a special night for kids to enjoy a baseball game, play on the field, and have fun. Families receive free tickets, allowing them to connect with others and find support in the community. With nearly 700 guests, this event makes kids who have had tough times feel special and supported by their community.

Who attends the Family Fun Night?

Family Fun Night at the Somerset Patriots unites over 700 guests, including adoptive and foster families, former foster youth, adoptees, and community supporters, for an evening of joyful experiences. Local sponsors and community members contribute to making this event memorable for families who welcome children in need. Each year, Miriam's Heart solicits supporters and sponsors to send adoptive and foster families to the game for FREE!* Connect with us to learn more!

Give kids who've lost so much - a win.

Every adopted or foster child has faced trauma. Globally, millions lack families; in the U.S., there are 150,000 legal orphans and nearly 4,000 foster children in New Jersey. Miriam's Heart supports these children and families to thrive through foster care and adoption.

Our Family Fun Night with the Somerset Patriots lets adopted and foster youth shine, enjoy activities, and make joyful memories. Since 2014, it has provided tickets and unforgettable experiences for over 700 guests annually.

Schedule of Events

All on-field participants arrive at 4:45 pm and report to Customer Service
Field of Dreams 5:00-5:30 pm (Children must be signed up in advance)
Gates Open 5:00 pm
50/50 begins 5:30 pm and continues through the 7th inning
Ceremonial First Pitch presented by Miriam's Heart
"God Bless America" presented by Miriam's Heart
The National Anthem
Game Starts 6:05 pm (NOTE THE TIME CHANGE)

How you can help?

Attend the game and sponsor the game! Donations can be mailed to “Miriam’s Heart, Inc.” 215 West Union Avenue, Bound Brook, NJ 08805. Please earmark your donation ‘baseball.’

FAQ

What is Miriam's Heart?

All kids who were adopted or in foster care are traumatized. In response, Miriam's Heart was created to provide support to children who were adopted or in foster care and their families. We envision a world where children thrive and families are restored. By purchasing a ticket to this event or donating to send adoptive and foster families to the game, you help children and teens to make unforgettable memories and feel the love and support of their community!

How do I sign-up for FREE tickets?

All adoptive and foster families can sign up for up to 8 FREE tickets! One per household/per address. Enter your information, and we will verify your identity and confirm the number of FREE tickets, which will be mailed to you. Requesting tickets is not a guarantee of tickets until we confirm your order and status as an individual or family connected via adoption or foster care.

Families wishing to join us in the SK club in lieu of General Admission can request a coupon code, which will reduce the ticket cost by the amount of the General Admission tickets.

SK Club tickets are non-refundable.

How do I sign-up for Field of Dreams?

Space is limited to the first 20 children who sign-up. Priority is given to children who have been adopted or in foster care. First come, first served. Sign-up here.

I can't attend, but want to sponsor?

If you'd like to sponsor the event, click here: and give a tax-deductible gift and send children who were adopted or in foster care and their families to the game for FREE! Donations can be made here or mailed to “Miriam’s Heart, Inc.” 215 West Union Avenue, Bound Brook, NJ 08805. Please earmark your donation ‘baseball.’

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Children 3+ will require a ticket. Children younger than age 3 can be a lap-child.

How do I get my tickets?

Tickets are mailed weekly until the week prior to the game. All orders placed after April 20th will be at Will Call in the name of the person who completed the ticket order.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Parking at the Stadium is provided for a nominal fee.

What's the refund policy?

All sales are final. If you are unable to attend, your tickets may be given (by you) to another guest or returned to Miriam's Heart to donate to an adoptive/foster family. This is a fundraiser - event sponsors and ticket sales allow adoptive and foster families to come to the game for free. Because of this, no refunds will be given.

*Miriam’s Heart reserves the right to double-check whether families requesting free tickets are actually adoptive or foster families before we process any orders. 😊 Honesty is the BEST policy—so, please be upfront! If you need assistance, contact us. We are here to help. However, if we find any discrepancies, we’ll give you a friendly call to let you know we won’t be fulfilling the order. So, keep it real!

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