Giving Back
In Allentown, a Sanctuary for Senior Dogs
October 20, 2020
At Marty’s Place, four-legged residents live out their final days with love, dignity and comfort—and an occasional dip in the pool....
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Madison Nonprofit Connects Kids to Age-Appropriate Charities
September 22, 2020
The Student Wish List Project equips younger children with resources and skills needed to volunteer meaningfully in their communities....
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Nonprofit Helps Trauma Survivors Heal Through Music
August 17, 2020
When Tamara Williams couldn’t find relevant art- or songwriting-therapy groups, she founded the Montclair-based Music Beyond Measure (MBM)....
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Phil Battista grew up in his parents' Clifton coffee shop. Earlier this year, he opened Pop's Coffee Shop in honor of his father, and donates a portion of the profits to charities....
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At Shore House in Long Branch, membership is free, voluntary and lifelong....
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A Supportive Shelter for LGBTQ Young Adults
June 11, 2020
The RAIN Foundation in East Orange offers support groups, counseling, financial-management seminars and career training....
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How NJ Is Giving Back in the Age of Covid-19
May 8, 2020
Residents and companies have stepped in to offer free disinfecting service for first responders, donate meals to healthcare workers and feed those in need....
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Asbury Park Dinner Table Is Ready to Serve
May 4, 2020
Started in March at the beginning of the pandemic, the nonprofit aims to feed families in need while also supporting Asbury Park's restaurant scene....
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Veterans Find Camaraderie, Calm in Fly Fishing
April 28, 2020
Raoul Cordeaux launched NJ's chapter of Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, a national nonprofit serving 8,000 disabled active military members and vets....
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Amid the coronavirus emergency, our state’s largest anti-hunger organization labors around the clock to feed NJ’s most vulnerable residents....
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A Support System for Budding Athletes with Down Syndrome
March 13, 2020
Bringing Up Down Syndrome (BUDS) preps kids with Down syndrome for Special Olympics—plus other hurdles that life may put in their way....
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Newark Nonprofit Reveals Transformative Power of Glassmaking
February 14, 2020
GlassRoots provides a safe space for learning the unique art—and so much more....
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The Light of Day Foundation Turns 20
January 3, 2020
Determined cofounder Bob Benjamin has helped fundraise over $5.5 million for Parkinson's disease, from which he himself suffers....
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How HomeFront Supports Families in Need
December 16, 2019
The Mercer County–based center assists the homeless with housing, job training and
child care in a nurturing environment....
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20 Ways to Give Back in NJ This Holiday Season
December 6, 2019
Whether you donate toys and coats or spend some time serving food at a soup kitchen there are many volunteer opportunities in NJ to choose from....
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In Newark, a Support Network for Veterans
November 7, 2019
The G.I. Go Fund provides housing assistance, job training and business guidance for returning veterans....
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Rent Party Celebrates 10th Year Fighting Food Insecurity
October 4, 2019
The Essex County–based nonprofit remains hungry for community change....
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Nonprofit Gives Families a Safe Space to Grieve
September 18, 2019
At centers in Mountainside and Newark, Imagine helps children, teens and adults cope with loss....
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Hopeworks in Camden Helps Young People Heal
August 22, 2019
The organization provides real-world training for individuals who survived childhood trauma....
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The Linden-based organization offers scholarships and life-skills training....
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