ROI-NJ has been committed to the nonprofit community since its founding. It’s the reason we have devoted a page in our print edition since the first edition in the fall of 2017 — and the reason we have produced numerous stories on the good work nonprofits do in our daily eblasts.
We love giving attention to organizations which are deserving of the spotlight. And to be honest, we’re hoping it will spur companies and individuals to donate their time and money in an effort to impact the communities in which they serve.
(See stories on New Concepts for Living, Wings for Growth, Holy Name, One Simple Wish Corporation for Public Media, Mental Health Association of New Jersey, Cento Amici and Tools & Tiaras here).
Giving Tuesday is an opportunity to help those who are helping others. And while we think this should be a 365-day endeavor, we note Giving Tuesday is a unique opportunity — one that provides a call to action.
We’ll list below a dozen or so nonprofits from around the state (and in alphabetical order) that we will feel are worthy of a look.
We encourage you to go on our LinkedIn posting (click here) and make pitches to other organizations you feel are worth supporting.
Together, we can make a difference.
Atlantic City Arts Foundation: The Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s diverse programs & partnerships activate community pride & civic self-esteem through interaction with public art, including the city’s largest mural arts program.
To learn more – and to donate, click here.
CarePlus NJ: As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, the Paramus-based group strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Its goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.
To learn more – and to donate, click here.
Center for Hope and Safety: The Bergen County-based agency, founded in 1976, strongly believes that every person has the right to be safe, empowered, and free from violence and fear. Its mission is to help domestic violence victims in Bergen County, New Jersey, heal and grow through a wide range of services. We give adult and child victims hope and safety, and the tools they need to rebuild their lives beyond domestic violence.
To learn more – and to donate, click here.
Hackensack Riverkeeper: Founded in 1997 by Captain Bill Sheehan, Hackensack Riverkeeper works to protect, preserve and restore the Hackensack River for the benefit of the people and wildlife that depend on it.
To learn more – and to donate, click here.
Hudson Community Enterprises: Its mission has been to provide training and employment opportunities to persons with disabilities – for more than 60 years.
To learn more – and to donate, click here.
LUCY Outreach: Camden-based group empowers youth on their journey to become community leaders by providing programs that offer a safe haven, and support their educational, social, emotional and physical growth by teaching resilience, respect, inclusivity, safety and empowerment.
To learn more – and to donate, click here.
Mercer Street Friends: Trenton-based organization provides food for those who are food insecure, support for families, and educational opportunities that lead to better tomorrows. We work in collaboration with social and human service organizations, the Trenton School District and medical health resources to ensure that families of all ages and stages can access the services they need to live a more fulfilling life.
To learn more – and to donate, click here.
Ranch Hope: It is a faith-based community in Salem County, where all voices are heard, all lives are transformed, and all efforts are appreciated and celebrated. Ranch Hope defines its community as including youth, families, team members and friends.
To learn more – and to donate, click here.
Team Eagle Foundation: Morris County-based organization, inspired by the work of Eagle Scouts, recognizes the need for continued support of “maturing” youth by providing them with training in “applicable leadership for the real world.” More than 330 young adults from all 21 NJ Counties have attended the week-long LEDR Strategic Mentoring Camp, which was suspended by Covid-19, and now has returned to continue its work.
To learn more about its founder, John Kennedy, click here (web site under redevelopment). To donate, click here.
Tix 4 Good: A win-win. The Millville-based organization gives donors an opportunity to win free tickets to sporting events, concerts and once-in-a-lifetime experiences by donating to local nonprofit organizations.
To learn more – and to donate, click here.
Youth Consultation Services: Mission of North Jersey-based organization is to partner with at-risk children who have special needs and adults with developmental disabilities, to build, happier, healthier, more hopeful lives within their families and communities.
To learn more – and to donate, click here.
We encourage you to go on our LinkedIn posting (click here) and make pitches to other organizations you feel are worth supporting.
