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The Wildwoods – Oceanside Realty, with offices in Wildwood Crest and North Wildwood, has increased the number of charitable contributions it makes to local organizations as the Wildwoods' leading real estate firm has expanded its business.

Since 2002, when Oceanside Realty began its Blanket of Hope Drive that provides slightly used blankets and bedspreads to the less fortunate in the county, Oceanside Realty has significantly augmented its charitable giving in the community and boosted the dollar amount of its donations. In addition to Blankets of Hope, Oceanside contributes to Greater Wildwood Little League as a T-ball team sponsor and donates signage to the organization.

For 2004, Oceanside Realty began what it intends to become a holiday tradition. Rather than holding a company-wide pollyanna, Oceanside employees donate the money they would spend on those gifts for co-workers toward the purchase of gifts grocery gift certificates for two local families. The name of a local family is obtained from Crest Memorial School in Wildwood Crest and from Margaret Mace School in North Wildwood, and those families are able to enjoy a wonderful Christmas bounty, compliments of Oceanside Realty and its employees.

Oceanside Realty provides the use of its moving van to Cub Scout Pack 58 and the Baysea District Boy Scouts of America for a variety of activities and events.

A monetary donation, along with staff support and use of the Oceanside Realty moving van, is also contributed to the annual auction and dinner event held by the Cape May County Special Services School District Education Fund. Oceanside Realty also recently made a financial contribution to Cape Assist, which opened a new office in Wildwood in 2004. Additionally, the Oceanside Team donates hot chocolate and staffs the hot chocolate table at the annual Polar Plunge for Andrew held every March to benefit the Andrew Alameno Scholarship Fund.

Oceanside Realty also donates funds to the annual September Splash held by the Wildwood Crest Dolphins Swim Team and provides funding to purchase flags and volunteers to place flags throughout Wildwood Crest in an annual observance marking the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States.

Paul Chiolo, owner/broker of Oceanside Realty, said that his business' expansion in the amount of giving is a natural consequence of Oceanside's success. “We value the local community and know that the positive events and organizations we support have a positive impact on all of us,” Chiolo explained. Chiolo also noted that Oceanside's nearly two-dozen employees – all living in or near the Wildwoods – are integral parts of the community through their professional and personal involvement with local organizations.

Chiolo is also a volunteer member of the Cape May County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, where he lends his time and expertise to improving the economic vitality of Cape May County.

Used and unwanted blankets from area motels, hotels and condominiums were collected by Oceanside Realty in fall 2004 and then donated to local charitable organizations for use by those in need as part of Oceanside's Blanket of Hope Drive.

Blankets and bedspreads that are often thrown out in the trash by motel owners who no longer have a use for them are a valuable commodity for the less fortunate, according to Realtor Paul Chiolo, president of Oceanside Realty. United Way of Cape May County continually distributes used blankets to the less fortunate through its member agencies and animal welfare groups have a great demand for the items for use by stray and unwanted pets.

Since Oceanside's Blanket of Hope Drive began in 2002, thousands of “slightly used” blankets and bedspreads have been distributed to those who can use them.

To schedule a pick-up for Blanket of Hope, call Oceanside Realty at 522-3322.

Paul Chiolo, Broker/Owner of Oceanside Realty, seen here with his wife Kathleen joins forces every year with the STAR POWER organization to support Habitat for Humanity.

This sponsorship provided a home to Theresa Robertson and her family in Washington D.C.

Oceanside Realty donated use of its moving van to area Cub Scouts during a day camp in the month of July. Over 150 scouts from 16 packs from Cape May and Cumberland Counties enjoyed a week of outdoor activities at Belleplain State Park July 9-16,2004.

Organizer Bill Wasekanes describes the week of activities as a family program, featuring archery, games and safety programs. "Without the support of local businesses and donations like Oceanside's van, these programs might be so costly that we couldn't do as much," said Mr. Wasekanes. Oceanside Realty is happy to offer the use of its modern and spacious moving van to non-profit organizations and charitable events in the Cape May County area.

North Wildwood–Oceanside Realty held a grand opening celebration Friday, Sept. 26 at the Realtor's newest office, 100 W. First Ave., North Wildwood.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held that included Oceanside Realty owner Paul Chiolo and his wife, Kathleen; North Wildwood City Council President Bob McCullion and Councilman Hank Rice; Wildwood Crest Commissioner Don Cabrera; Oceanside North Wildwood Manager Jeff Miller; Main Street Wildwood Board Member Irv Posternock; and members of the Team Oceanside staff.

McCullion presented Chiolo with a proclamation from the City of North Wildwood that welcomed the business to the city and commended Team Oceanside on its commitment to the Wildwoods community.


Oceanside Realty, which has been located at 5406 New Jersey Ave., Wildwood Crest, for the past several years, opened its office in the Anglesea section of North Wildwood to better serve its clients, according to owner Paul Chiolo. In a brief statement following the ribbon cutting, Chiolo said that his real estate firm's dedication to the community is what sets Oceanside apart from other real estate agencies.

Oceanside Realty in North Wildwood is staffed by six real estate professionals, each with the capabilities and knowledge to facilitate pleasant real estate transactions for buyers and sellers. The North Wildwood office of Oceanside Realty will use Oceanside Realty's proven marketing resources and will bring Oceanside's established and successful team approach to the new office.

Oceanside Realty is the area's leader in residential and commercial real estate. The Oceanside Team consists of rental coordinators, listing specialists, buyer specialists, a new construction department and a commercial division.

“Whether buying, selling or renting, the staff at Team Oceanside is eager to assist customers by giving them a positive experience in their real estate transaction,” said Chiolo. “Our professional staff has a vast knowledge of the Wildwoods and is the best equipped to successfully match buyers and sellers of residential and commercial properties.”

July 18, 2003 - Realtor Chiolo Shines as Guest Speaker, Star of the Month
The following is an article that ran in The Herald Newspaper.

Wildwood Crest, NJ - Paul Chiolo, owner and broker of Oceanside Realty, served as a speaker at the Annual Star Power Systems Conference held July 16 to 19 in Washington, D.C.

Chiolo, who opened Oceanside Realty in 1991 and is the leading seller of commercial and residential real estate in the resort community of The Wildwoods, hosted “High-End Market Specialization” breakout sessions on two days of the conference, attended by the leading real estate professionals in the nation.

The session was geared for real estate professionals who market high-end luxury properties and provided those who attended ways to position and market properties to achieve sales. One of Oceanside Realty's newest clients is Belldon's Coastal Colors, an exclusive development in Wildwood Crest that feature the only beachfront single-family homes in the resort of the Wildwoods.

In addition to serving as a guest speaker at the annual Star Power Systems Conference, Chiolo is the Star Power Systems “Star of the Month” for July. The company's “Stars” have, on average, more than $35 million in annual sales volume and about 200 transactions each year. Star Power Systems is an independent organization that recognizes top real estate professionals in America.

Chiolo and his staff at Team Oceanside have specialized in marketing and renting single-family homes, condominiums, multi-family properties and represent some of the top developers in the area with properties ranging from $200,000 to $3 million.

With a specialization in selling beachfront motels -- more than $50 million sold since 1998 and over $200 million in residential sales – Chiolo holds the CRB designation, is a CCIM candidate and was ranked No. 109 by the National Association of Realtors.

A real estate professional in The Wildwoods for the past 15 years, Chiolo leads a team of service-oriented, licensed professionals who specialize in meeting the needs of Oceanside clients. He is active in volunteer organizations that include United Way of Cape May County, and Cub Scouts. Chiolo lives in Wildwood Crest with his wife, Kathleen and his two sons.