The Start Of An Idea!

In 2003, Matt’s Dad worked with NJ Assemblyman and Perth Amboy Mayor Joseph Vas to develop a program to sell compact fluorescent lamps to senior citizens in Perth Amboy. The NJ Clean Energy program worked with Perth Amboy to reduce the costs of the lamps.

Later that year, Carteret Mayor Dan Reiman and Mr. Erickson received support from US Senator Bob Menendez (US Representative at the time). Senator Menendez worked to procure a HUD Block Grant that when combined with NJ Clean Energy rebates allowed for a distribution of free CFL bulbs to needy senior citizens. Photos of that distribution are shown at left. Many thousands of lamps were distributed to needy residents.

HelpLightNJ believes that students throughout the country can make a difference bringing efficient lighting to others in need.

Mission:

HelpLightNJ’s mission is to inspire teens to take action in the fight against global warming while teaching the values of energy conservation and helping the less fortunate in hopes of creating a better earth.

How Does HelpLightNJ hope to bring about a change?

• Supplying low-income families with energy efficient CFL light bulbs, helping them to save money on energy costs and fight global warming
• Spreading awareness to the benefits of CFL bulbs and the importance of energy conservation
• Encouraging all New Jersey citizens to switch to CFL bulbs in their homes and businesses
• Inspiring teens to take action and become involved in protecting the environment for both themselves and future generations