HOMETOWN HERO TRIBUTE BANNER PROGRAM

Last updated: March 2026

The City of Perth Amboy is accepting applications for the Hometown Hero Banner Program, which honors local men and women who are currently serving or have served in the United States Armed Forces. Approved banners will be displayed on light poles throughout the City’s business districts.

APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
Free to Apply
Deadline: Friday, March 20, 2026

Ready to submit an application?

Apply for a Hometown Hero Banner View Program Details

Applications are subject to a review period to confirm eligibility and receive final approval. Approved banners are expected to be installed in advance of Memorial Day 2026.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
• Active Military: Must currently live in Perth Amboy
• Veterans: Must have lived in Perth Amboy at the time of enlistment
• Service Branch: Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, or National Guard
• Veterans: Must have an honorable discharge (DD214 required)

PHOTO REQUIREMENTS
Submit your photograph with the online application.
• Photo must be high resolution and in military uniform
• Background should be a flag or solid color
• File format: JPEG or PNG, at least 150 DPI

BANNER DETAILS
Banners are 24" x 48", double-sided, full color on durable vinyl. Each banner will display the service member’s name, branch of service, and photograph.

Banners will be displayed on light poles throughout Perth Amboy’s business districts, including Smith Street, State Street, New Brunswick Avenue, Amboy Avenue, and Hall Avenue. Banner locations are assigned randomly and cannot be requested.

CONTACT
Office of Economic & Community Development
[email protected]
(732) 293-1638

This program is fully funded and organized by NPP, BID & UEZ.