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Lillie Grace Memorial Fund

This fund was created in memory of Lillie Grace, a lovely golden retriever mix, who as an abandoned puppy, emerged from a drainage pipe in the Adirondacks and chose me to be her family. She was a beautiful soul who touched the lives of and provided unconditional love to all who knew her for nearly 14 years.…

Newark Guaranteed Income Fund

The findings of Newark’s guaranteed income report confirm what the coronavirus pandemic has underscored: Americans need more cash. This is particularly true for Newark residents. In the past twenty years, Newark’s median income has declined by 10% and it is significantly lower than the national rate.…

Impact100 Essex

Connecting Women. Strengthening Communities. Impact100 Essex is an all-volunteer giving circle founded and funded by women, in support of nonprofits serving Essex County, New Jersey. We bring women together to amplify the impact of their giving, and empower solutions for our community.…

New Paths Newark Gives Reyes a Second Chance at a College Degree

July 5, 2019 After five years with the Elizabeth Board of Education and another ten years with the Newark Public Schools, Melisa Reyes found herself in an unusual place: unemployed. Laid off by the Newark Public Schools, Reyes needed to make important decisions about her future and career – and she needed to do so quickly.…

Jared’s Fund

Jared’s Fund has been created in memory of Jared Baillargeon Zimmerman (1995-2016), a wonderful son, brother, friend, and community member. Jared’s Fund will provide resources to support youth activism and to address the stigma of mental illness. More information about the plans for Jared’s Fund can be obtained by reaching out to the Zimmerman-Baillargeon family.…

Little Silver’s Lootsma Wins 2019 Writing Scholarship

June 26, 2019 The Selection Committee of The Jonathan Maslow Scholarship today announced the recipient of its 2019 scholarship award. Page Lootsma, a graduating senior at Red Bank Regional High School (RBRHS), will receive a scholarship in the amount of $5,000.…

Penelope Bustamante represents NJ at Jefferson Awards National Ceremony

June 25, 2019 The Community Foundation of New Jersey is proud to administer the New Jersey State Governor’s Jefferson Awards for Public Service in partnership with the New Jersey Governor’s Office on Volunteerism and the Star-Ledger (learn more about the partnership here), and we are especially proud of this year’s honoree who recently represented the Garden State at the national awards ceremony in Washington, DC.…

Fundholder Favorite: Preschool Advantage

May 16, 2019 When Rachel was three years old, her family was left struggling financially after her mother faced a catastrophic health situation. Preschool Advantage, a non-profit established in 1995 that provides tuition for children to attend a quality preschool, stepped in to pay for Rachel to attend.…

Spring Update on Double Up Food Bucks in New Jersey

May 3, 2019 The Double Up Food Bucks program we helped to bring to New Jersey last July continues to gain in participation as we approach the one-year mark. Through a partnership with the national nonprofit Fair Food Network, Double Up Food Bucks matches the value of NJ SNAP dollars spent on fresh fruits and vegetables, helping low-income families bring home more nutritious foods.…