Partners
110 Warren Street
Room 179 Bradley Hall, Rutgers University
Newark, NJ 07102
The Mission of the Abbott Leadership Institute at Rutgers University Newark is to develop informed and effective education advocates for Newark Public Schools (NPS).
33 Washington St
Newark, NJ 07102
Using the power of performance, we help youth see new possibilities for themselves and their communities.
90 Broad Street, 3rd Floor
Newark, NJ 07103
Empowering our community through education and leadership development of our youth.
510 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Known among our neighbors as “The Red Door,” Bessie Green Community Inc. has been serving the underprivileged of Newark, New Jersey since 1978. We provide hot meals, clothing, bags of food and support services to the community at large. Everyday, we seek to fulfill our mission of “Feeding, clothing, and supporting our neighbors with compassion and dignity” as we diligently pursue the vision of an “equitable world for all”.
500 Broad Street, 2nd Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
Our one-to-one mentoring relationships support the critical social and emotional development needed to help build resilience and promote the mental health and well-being of thousands of children we serve across America. Now more than ever, Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies across the country are stepping up to find innovative ways in serving our communities to #KeepKidsConnected.
467 Franklin St.
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
Bloomfield College is a unique and special place where students write their own story, one we help make a successful one. We believe a college should be measured by its ability to improve the lives of its students.
1 Avon Avenue
Newark, NJ 07108
We believe every young person deserves the opportunity to build a great future for themselves, by achieving success in school, developing a strong character, and living a healthy lifestyle. For children living in urban areas, having a safe place to go after school can change everything. There is growing evidence from around the country that children and youth who attend afterschool programs do better in school, are safer, and are less likely to get into trouble in the hours after the end of the school day.
536 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Berkeley College empowers students to achieve lifelong success in dynamic careers.
CASA for Children of Essex County Inc
212 Washington Street - Rm 912
Newark, NJ 07102
CASA of Essex County promotes the welfare of children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment by providing a safety net of support, advocacy, and mentorship.
590 N 7th St
Newark, NJ 07107
The Mission of Catholic Charities is to provide service to people in need, to advocate for justice in social structures, and to call the entire church and other people of goodwill to do the same.
330 Washington Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Covenant House New Jersey provides comprehensive residential care and related services to help New Jersey’s youth who have suffered from abuse, neglect, abandonment, homelessness, and human trafficking build a life for themselves that is good.
Dept. of Recreation & Cultural Affairs
920 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102
The Department of Recreation, Cultural Affairs and Senior Services provides a holistic approach to providing services of high quality programs offering a mix of academic support, community development, arts & craft, sports, and a host of other structured activities that will engage our residents.
303 University Ave
Newark, NJ 07102
Essex County College is an open access community college that serves the diverse needs of students through comprehensive educational programs, training, and continuing education. Essex County College is dedicated to academic excellence and the success of its students.
441-443 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102
FOCUS provide community leadership by developing a variety of health and human development initiatives which advance the community toward self-sufficiency, growth, empowerment, and a better quality of life.
40 Clinton St, PO Box 32322
Newark, NJ 07102
The Gem Project works to improve high school to college student engagement, while supporting on-time graduation rates, through peer-mentoring, life-skill workshops and service-learning initiatives that take on a social justice approach.
32 Prince St
Newark, NJ 07103
Greater Newark Conservancy fosters collaboration in our community at the intersection of environmental, food, and racial justice to promote the health and well being of Newark residents. Our programs work to reverse the long history of systemic racism to improve social determinants of health by expanding access to green spaces, nutritious food, wellness education, and youth development.
Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership
550 Broad Street, 15th Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
Our mission is to eradicate the systemic barriers that prevent people of color from being able to access the knowledge, networks, and capital required for entrepreneurial success and wealth creation.
Ironbound Community Corporation
317 Elm St
Newark, NJ 07105
ICC works with the people of Ironbound to identify needs and develop community-based solutions for them. ICC strives to empower people to better control and develop their own lives, families, and community.
290 W Mt Pleasant Ave, Suite #1320
Livingston, NJ 07039
As a leader in volunteerism in New Jersey, Jersey Cares increases the level of meaningful volunteer engagement by creating and managing efficient, impactful projects that address critical community-identified needs.
75 Park Ave
Newark, NJ 07104
La Casa de Don Pedro responds to the needs of Greater Newark, New Jersey’s communities with comprehensive programs that empower people and revitalize neighborhoods, every step of the way.
84 Clinton Place
Newark, NJ 07108
It is the mission of the Leaders for Life Community Center to improve the quality of life and access to opportunities for disenfranchised youths by providing training support, and resources that result in increased literacy, life-skills, and employment opportunities.
570 Broad Street, Suite 700
Newark, NJ 07102
NJ LEEP (Law and Education Empowerment Project) is a college access
and success program serving students and families in the greater Newark area.
Our College Bound Program empowers middle and high school students with both the academic and social-emotional skills necessary to succeed in college and beyond.
We are a Nonprofit Organization with a passion for youth. We strive to provide a better opportunity for youth in Newark NJ & surrounding urban communities.
60 Park Place, 17th Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
In 2014, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka accepted the Call to Action from My Brother's Keeper Alliance. Since then, My Brother's Keeper Newark (MBKN) has been working to address persistent racial disparities faced by boys and young men of color with a focus on improving educational and workforce development outcomes, while simultaneously decreasing incarceration and recidivism rates.
233 West Market Street
Newark, NJ 07103
New Community Corporation’s mission is to help residents of inner cities improve the quality of their lives to reflect individual God-given dignity and personal achievement.
60 Park Place, Suite 604
Newark, NJ 07102
Newark Alliance is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to the ongoing economic revitalization of Newark, striving to transform our city into a better and safer place to work, live, learn, play and do business.
60 Park Pl
Newark, NJ 07102
Newark Thrives! mission is to improve access to and participation in high-quality out-of-school time opportunities for Newark youth.
17 Academy Street, Suite 702
Newark, NJ 07102
Newark Arts’ works to maximize collective impact, Newark Arts brings people together and fosters the inclusive engagement of communities downtown and in the neighborhoods. As a guardian of broad-based exposure to arts and culture, Newark Arts opens doors for creativity, artistry, and self-expression; makes space for many perspectives; and advocates for equity. It focuses on making a meaningful citywide impact that is tangibly felt throughout the region.
915 S 16th St
Newark, NJ 07108
NCST draws upon an evidence-based, trauma informed approach to violence reduction. NCST hires, trains and deploys Outreach workers and High Risk Interventionist in the South Ward and West Wards of Newark.
Newark G.A.L.S., Inc. mission is to enhance the productivity and/or accomplishments of girls and young women from the City of Newark, New Jersey and surrounding areas by providing them with core services including educational and career planning, recreational and cultural experiences, and social guidance and skills.
5 Washington St, 1st Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
The Newark LGBTQ Community Center is a volunteer-run, community-based organization committed to providing safe space, programs, and services that support the well-being of the LGBTQ community and our allies in the Newark, New Jersey area.
Newark Opportunity Youth Network
60 Park Place, 17th Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
Newark Opportunity Youth Network launched in 2016 with a multi-pronged approach to improving outcomes for opportunity youth in our community - and across New Jersey. To execute this mission, our network is comprised of four key elements: Education, Workforce Development, Policy Advocacy, and Systems Building.
5 Washington Street
Newark, NJ 07102
The Newark Public Library transforms lives and strengthens communities through innovative services, stimulating programs, and inspiring collections.
393 Central Ave
Newark, NJ 07103
NJCRI works to empower our clients by reducing social and health disparities in the greater Newark area.
University Heights
Newark, NJ 07102
NJIT, the state’s public polytechnic research university, is committed to excellence and global impact through: education, research, economic development, and engagement.
765 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Newark Board of Education is a comprehensive community public school district that serves the entire city of Newark in Essex County, New Jersey, United States.
Newark Workforce Development Board
990 Broad Street, 2nd Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
NWDB’s mission is to lead and empower the Newark workforce system by leveraging assets and resources to ensure the educational, professional and economic success of Newark residents and the prosperity of businesses.
1082 Dartmouth St
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Identifying potential and developing leaders in under-represented populations remains a critical challenge in our society. The mission of Pathways to College is to meet this need by expanding the pipeline to college in selected under-served communities.
570 Broad Street, 8th Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
Programs for Parents is a non-profit organization that works to ensure that children get the best possible start in life. It does so by supporting children, families and child care providers in Essex County through advocacy and action, providing education and referrals, sharing best practices and helping families access available financial resources.
89 Lincoln Park
Newark, NJ 07102
Project U.S.E. seeks to advance equitable access to transformative outdoor experiences.
195 University Ave
Newark, NJ 07102
As one of the leading comprehensive public research universities in the nation, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, has the threefold mission of: providing for the instructional needs of New Jersey’s residents, conducting innovative research, and performing public service.
25 Broadway, 12th Floor
New York, 10004
STC Newark is a regional leader and pioneer at bringing real-world learning into schools through programs that include: Career Skills Pathways Program, Bridging the e2e Gap, Professional Learning Groups, and our Design Day Challenge and Celebration.
500 South Orange Ave
South Orange, NJ 07079
Seton Hall University is a major Catholic university. In a diverse and collaborative environment it focuses on academic and ethical development. Seton Hall students are prepared to be leaders in their professional and community lives in a global society and are challenged by outstanding faculty, an evolving technologically advanced setting and values-centered curricula.
P.O. Box 25474
Newark, NJ 07102
She Win Inc. offers a free leadership and social action organization for middle and high school girls in Newark. While inclusive of all girls, She Wins primarily aims to serve girls affected by inner city violence.
604 Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
Newark, NJ 07102
The organization's mission is to “support the family unit by helping to change the economic circumstances and improving the overall quality of life for children, the elderly, low-income families, the working poor and the homeless.”
PO BOX 166
East Orange, NJ 07019
STRIVE aims to prepare New Jersey 's inner-city youth for a fruitful adulthood through a variety of educational and vocational programs. We believe in engaging the whole family to maximize tools for success and welcome individuals to join our network of flourishing professionals.
The Department of Health and Community Wellness
110 William St
Newark, NJ 07102
The Department of Health and Community Wellness provides primary health care access, social & environmental services to all citizens, allowing them to attain an optimal level of health & well-being.
135 Prince Street
Newark, NJ 07103
The HUBB’s mission is to increase opportunities for success by providing healing programs, services, and events for underserved youth and their families through experiences that Entertain, Educate and Empower!
45 Central Avenue
Newark, NJ 07102
Each of our services address the challenges faced by the working poor, single parents and families due to aging, hunger, drug abuse, HIV/AIDS, homelessness and incarceration. In all of these arenas of service, we strive to offer a hand up, not a hand out. As The Salvation Army always strives to keep its finger on the pulse of the community, we are consistently updating our programs to address what is happening and what is necessary to help those that are the most in need.
The Unified Vailsburg Services Organization
42 Richelieu Terrace
Newark, NJ 07106
Unified Vailsburg Services Organization's mission is to create a stable and compassionate community in the Vailsburg neighborhood of the City of Newark, New Jersey.
1033 Springfield Avenue
Cranford, NJ 07016
UCC’s mission is guided by their commitment to empower students to achieve their goals by providing access to high quality and affordable higher education to the residents of Union County. As a comprehensive community college with a diverse student population, they provide career programs, transfer programs, developmental education, and lifelong- learning opportunities, with a focus on excellence in all that they do.
P.O. Box 1372
Newark, NJ 07101
United Parks As One is a citywide alliance of neighborhood-based park, playground, and garden advocates dedicated to creating, maintaining, and activating open spaces for the benefit of Newark residents and communities.
60 Park Place Suite 1400
Newark, NJ 07102
United Way’s mission is to disrupt the cycle of poverty by convening, collaborating and investing in strategies to improve outcomes for children and families.
508 Central Ave
Newark, NJ 07107
ULEC’s mission is to help African Americans and disadvantaged residents achieve social and economic self sufficiency. They offer relevant programs and services in education, employment, housing and economic development that empower communities and change lives.
Weequahic Family Success Center
1065 Bergen Street
Newark, NJ 07112
Weequahic’s mission is to respond to the voice of families and connect them to the services and resources they desire to lead lives filled with opportunity and dignity.
Weequahic Park Sports Authority
92 Thomas Carmichael Dr
Newark, NJ 07114
Weequahic Park Sports Authority is a non-profit park conservancy working in partnership with Essex County to restore and preserve the historical aspects of the county park while providing the fundamentals of various sports & activities for the youth in the community. In addition, we partner and connect with various groups to help create an Oasis of beauty for all to enjoy.
550 Broad Street, Suite #717
Newark, NJ 07102
The Wight Foundation provides opportunities for talented students from the Greater Newark, New Jersey vicinity to achieve academic success and personal development in a college preparatory boarding school environment, with the intent to nurture future leaders who socially impact their local communities.
600 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Since 1881, the Newark YMCA has served the needs of the communities of Bayonne, Belleville, East Newark, Harrison, Irvington, Jersey City, Kearny, Newark, and Nutley through an array of programs and services.