Spirited supporters at Hallowine 2 at the Terrace Tavern in Beach Haven Terrace Oct. 29 came out costumed in a rainstorm and raised a remarkable $15,000 for the Hunger Foundation of Southern Ocean.

A benefit five-course wine pairing, Halloween-themed dinner embodied community spirit when patrons rallied to a “call for action” to donate even more. The offerings for hunger relief flew out, and the room cheered at the power of spontaneous goodwill.

Terrace Tavern co-owner Toby Sweeney was still overwhelmed Monday after handing over the collective contribution to the…