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1. Northern NJ Community Foundation Awarded First-Time PSEG Foundation Grant for Green Infrastructure for Environmental Justice and Flood Mitigation Program
(Hackensack, New Jersey; January 2, 2024) – The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) announces the organization was awarded a PSEG Foundation grant of $7,500 to support the Green Infrastructure for Environmental Justice and Flood Mitigation Program. 
by post on 01/03/2024 06:32 pm - Story - 6,955 Hits
2. NJ Sharing Network Hosts School Supplies Drive for Students in Paterson and Camden
(NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ) – NJ Sharing Network, the non-profit organization responsible for the recovery of donated organs and tissue for transplant in the Garden State, recently completed a successful Back-to-School Supplies Drive to benefit students in Paterson and Camden.
by post on 09/13/2023 07:54 pm - Story - 3,002 Hits
3. Former Police Chief's Inspiring Journey
Frank DelVecchio's Keeps the Weight Off  & Embarks on 12th Annual Trek from Ridgewood to Ground Zero RIDGEWOOD, NJ – On September 9th, retired Fairview Police Chief and Ridgewood resident Frank DelVecchio will embark on his remarkable 26-mile journey from Ridgewood to the World Trade Center, marking the 12th ...
by post on 09/08/2023 08:22 pm - Story - 4,457 Hits
4. NJ Sharing Network Presents Awards to Local Residents for Outstanding Volunteer Efforts
(NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ) - NJ Sharing Network, the non-profit organization responsible for the recovery of donated organs and tissue in the Garden State, recently presented Volunteer Recognition Awards to five residents for their outstanding efforts in supporting its life-saving mission. The awards were presented during NJ Sharing Network’s 2023 Volunteer ...
by post on 09/02/2023 07:17 am - Story - 7,762 Hits
5. Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey Donates over 13,000 Packages of Girl Scout Cookies to the New York Blood Center for New Jersey and New York Blood Drives
Girl Scout Cookies to be distributed to blood donors across New Jersey and New York
by post on 07/31/2023 06:27 pm - Story - 6,934 Hits
6. Visual Artists Wanted for "Barrels O'Art" in Hackensack
(Hackensack, New Jersey; July 14, 2023) – The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation's ArtsBergen announces a call for ten visual artists and/or artist teams to design and paint murals on ten rain barrels in the City of Hackensack.  
by post on 07/15/2023 09:25 am - Story - 10,256 Hits
7. FORMER POLICE CHIEF CLOSES IN ON MILE 200
RIDGEWOOD, N.J. – Retired Fairview Police Chief and Run for Hope Foundation Founder Frank DelVecchio is 30 miles away from completing his 200-mile run across the State of New Jersey to benefit local food security efforts and youth programs. DelVecchio is anticipating reaching Cape May Point between 5 p.m. and ...
by post on 05/22/2023 06:08 pm - Story - 3,824 Hits
8. FORMER POLICE CHIEF CONTINUES 200 MILE RUN ACROSS NJ TO FIGHT HUNGER
Completes 50 miles on Day 1 Continues journey today from Bedminster
by post on 05/19/2023 04:36 pm - Story - 3,599 Hits
9. Former Police Chief to Run 200 Miles Across NJ to Fight Hunger & Food Insecurity
RIDGEWOOD, N.J. – On May 18, retired Fairview Police Chief and Run for Hope Foundation Founder Frank DelVecchio will embark on a 200-mile solo run across the State of New Jersey to fight hunger and food insecurity. DelVecchio will begin this multi-day venture at High Point State Park in Sussex ...
by post on 04/28/2023 12:47 pm - Story - 4,116 Hits
10. FRANCISCAN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CENTER OPENS REIMAGINED FOOD PANTRY SPACE IN FAIRVIEW
Fairview, NJ – The Franciscan Community Development Center of Fairview celebrated the grand re-opening of its food pantry space, which after months of renovation has been transformed into a client choice pantry model for the residents of Fairview, the first of its kind in the community.
by post on 04/27/2023 12:19 pm - Story - 5,502 Hits
11. MET COUNCIL DISTRIBUTES NEARLY $10 MILLION IN FOOD TO 321,000 PEOPLE BEFORE PASSOVER HOLIDAY
NEW YORK— In the weeks leading up to Passover, Met Council, America’s largest Jewish charity dedicated to combatting poverty, distributed nearly $10 million in kosher for Passover provisions to more than 321,000 people suffering from food insecurity.
by post on 04/16/2023 06:18 pm - Story - 8,738 Hits
12. The Community Chest Mobilizes Neighbors to Donate Feminine Hygiene Products
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; December 12, 2022) -- For nearly 90 years, The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County has led the way identifying and responding to needs in the community. 
by post on 12/13/2022 06:33 pm - Story - 7,015 Hits
13. West Side Volunteers Pack 10,000 Meals in Two Hours
RIDGEWOOD – Assemble and pack 10,000 meals in two hours?!
by post on 12/06/2022 09:05 am - Story - 7,077 Hits
14. Foundation Spotlights Food Insecurity and Donates Turkeys to Help People Experiencing Hardships
(Hackensack, New Jersey; November 21, 2022)— The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation's (NNJCF) celebration of National Community Foundation Week from November 12 through November 18 and National Philanthropy Day on November 15 highlighted the escalation of food insecurity in the region. 
by post on 11/22/2022 05:37 pm - Story - 9,039 Hits
15. Stop & Shop Donates 1,500 Thanksgiving Turkeys to Community FoodBank of New Jersey Between Periods of the New Jersey Devils-Calgary Flames Game
CFBNJ President Carlos Rodriguez Took the Ice to Spotlight Hunger in New Jersey
by post on 11/12/2022 03:56 pm - Story - 7,958 Hits
16. West Side Volunteers Pack 10,000 Meals in Two Hours
RIDGEWOOD – Assemble and pack 10,000 meals in two hours?!
by post on 06/07/2022 09:16 pm - Story - 11,928 Hits
17. West Side Presbyterian Church Sponsors Service Project to Combat Hunger
RIDGEWOOD – Want to learn about the global hunger epidemic and be part of the solution? Come to West Side Presbyterian Church on Saturday, May 21 at 10:00 am for a community-wide service project where participants will package 10,000 meals in two hours for Rise Against Hunger, whose mission ...
by post on 05/09/2022 12:35 pm - Story - 9,106 Hits
18. Green Day at Bergen Community College
PARAMUS, N.J. – An upcycle clothing exchange, food composter demonstration and discussion on beekeeping represented just some of the events that comprised Bergen Community College’s “EarthFest” celebration April 19-22 in recognition of Earth Day.
by post on 04/23/2022 02:32 pm - Story - 11,738 Hits
19. OVER 1200 TREES DISTRIBUTED TO BERGEN COUNTY FRONTLINE WORKERS 
All Donated Trees Given Away PARAMUS, N.J. – Today, thanks to overwhelming response, over 1200 Christmas trees were distributed to Bergen County frontline workers including: healthcare workers, police officers, firefighters, EMT’s, and teachers.
by post on 11/28/2021 08:42 am - Story - 6,693 Hits
20. Northern NJ Community Foundation Highlights Food Insecurity and Donates Turkeys for Struggling Families in Bergen County
(Hackensack, NJ; November 22, 2021) ─ The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation's (NNJCF) celebration of National Community Foundation Week from November 12 through November 18 highlighted the escalation of food insecurity in the region.
by post on 11/22/2021 06:04 pm - Story - 17,878 Hits
21. THE SALVATION ARMY NEW JERSEY DIVISION PROVIDES THOUSANDS OF THANKSGIVING MEALS TO THOSE IN NEED
Largest Disaster Relief Organization in The U.S. Donates Traditional Thanksgiving Fare to More than 15 Communities Throughout the State
by post on 11/19/2021 08:14 am - Story - 14,490 Hits
22. Doherty Enterprises’ Applebee’s Locations to Raise Funds for Toys for Tots this Holiday Season
Guests can help bring joy to children this holiday by donating or purchasing select items ALLENDALE, NJ (November 17,2021) – It’s officially the season of giving! Applebee’s locations owned and operated by Doherty Enterprises Inc. are raising funds in support of the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program, which distributes new toys to ...
by post on 11/18/2021 10:12 am - Story - 20,999 Hits
23. OVERPECK COUNTY PARK TO SERVE AS AMERICAN RED CROSS CLEAN-UP KIT DISTRIBUTION SITE
(Ridgefield Park, NJ) – Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco and the Board of County Commissioners announce that Overpeck County Park will serve as a distribution center for the American Red Cross as they distribute 5,000 “clean-up” kits to Bergen County municipalities tomorrow, Wednesday, September 8 in response to Hurricane Ida.
by post on 09/08/2021 05:21 am - Story - 4,474 Hits