The  “Let It Grow/No Shave November” initiative involving Long Beach Island police departments as well as families and businesses raised $25,471 for David’s Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation.

Based in Stafford Township, the foundation is a nonprofit organization that raises funds to provide financial assistance, wellness services and hope to families affected by a cancer diagnosis. Since its founding nearly 12 years ago, the foundation has helped 2,469 families and has raised $2.4 million.