To disrupt the cycle of poverty by convening, collaborating and investing in strategies to improve outcomes for children and families.
Women’s Leadership Breakfast
United Way works hard to fight poverty through collaboration and strategic investment in communities that need it most, and our women’s breakfast is a great place for building those connections. Become an event sponsor to connect with highly influential women, trendsetters, community leaders, and business owners in Northern New Jersey
TM Ward Coffe Company
For every pound that is purchased, TM Ward Coffee donates $3 back to United Way of Greater Newark.
This special edition coffee can be purchased for $10.99 at TM Ward Coffee Company shops in Newark (944 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102) and Chatham (7 S Passaic Ave, Chatham, NJ 07928).
Free shipping is offered for purchases of $30 and more.
TM Ward Coffe Company
For every pound that is purchased, TM Ward Coffee donates $3 back to United Way of Greater Newark.
This special edition coffee can be purchased for $10.99 at TM Ward Coffee Company shops in Newark (944 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102) and Chatham (7 S Passaic Ave, Chatham, NJ 07928).
Free shipping is offered for purchases of $30 and more.
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Statement on the
Tyre Nichols Case
Read United Way of Greater Newark President & CEO Catherine Wilson’s statement on the Tyre Nichols case and George Floyd Justice in Policing Act.
Statement on the Tyre Nichols Case
Read United Way of Greater Newark President & CEO Catherine Wilson’s statement on the Tyre Nichols case and George Floyd Justice in Policing Act.
United Way of Greater Newark is proud to be a model of and a champion for diversity and inclusion. Our Board, staff, partners and volunteers reflect the cultures, ideas, views and values that comprise our 13-municipality network. For nearly 100 years, United Way of Greater Newark has been committed to supporting and improving the lives of our residents, working tirelessly to disrupt the cycle of poverty by convening, collaborating and investing in strategies that ensure equal opportunities and improve outcomes for children and families.
United Way of Greater Newark is proud to be a model of and a champion for diversity and inclusion. Our Board, staff, partners and volunteers reflect the cultures, ideas, views and values that comprise our 13-municipality network. For nearly 100 years, United Way of Greater Newark has been committed to supporting and improving the lives of our residents, working tirelessly to disrupt the cycle of poverty by convening, collaborating and investing in strategies that ensure equal opportunities and improve outcomes for children and families.
At United Way of Greater Newark, we believe in full transparency with our constituency. Click here to view reports of our efforts.
Message from United Way
of Greater Newark’s
Board of Trustees and Catherine P. Wilson, President & CEO
The work of United Way is one of the heart. I recognize that all of us come together for this organization because we believe in the mission, the work we are able to accomplish together and the impact we have on our communities. This past year we funded over $3,000,000 to community organizations to mobilize around getting Newark, East Orange, Orange and Irvington vaccinated. We partnered with our corporate donors to provide coats to our neediest residents. We continued to distribute books to our students to ensure they had the opportunity to learn, grow and dream. As we walk into 2022, I hope that you will continue to enthusiastically partner with United Way to ensure we fulfill our mission of disrupting poverty. I hope that you will continue to ask questions, offer suggestions, and challenge us in ensuring we are living our values, fulfilling our call to serve our communities in ways that we may not yet even understand.
Turkey and Syria
Earthquake Relief Fund
It’s been more than 100 years since Turkey and Syria have been hit by such powerful earthquakes. The 7.8 magnitude earthquake that shook southeastern Turkey and northwestern Syria early on Feb. 6 was just the start. Hours later, a new 7.5 tremor occurred. The death toll is climbing, with 40,000+ dead so far. Many people are still under the rubble. Countless homes, businesses, schools and community supports have been destroyed; hospitals are without power. Hundreds of thousands of people are now homeless and at risk for disease, exposure and starvation. A state of emergency has been declared for 10 of Turkey’s 81 provinces.
CATHERINE P. WILSON | FEBRUARY 6, 2023 | OPINION Leaders of social and philanthropic organizations that serve Newark also urge passage of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act Editor’s note: Co-signatories of this statement are listed at the end. We join those across the state and country mourning the death of Tyre Nichols, who tragically lost…
Newark By: Richard L. Smith A Centennial Anniversary set to raise over $1,000,000 kicked off its gala at The Robert Treat Hotel’s Crystal Room in Newark Thursday. United Way officials said the 100 Year celebration was highlighted by United Way of Greater Newark President and CEO Catherine Wilson announcing the launch of a Community Impact Capital…
NEWARK – United Way of Greater Newark, in partnership with the Newark Asset Building Coalition, has launched the Newark Free Tax Prep initiative to provide free online and drop-off tax preparation services for low- and moderate-income New Jersey residents. The IRS-sponsored Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program runs through Saturday, April 15, and includes an…
NUTLEY, NJ – The United Way of Greater Newark (UWGN) recognizes Mary Spinelli, owner of Hyssop Beauty Apothecary, for her commitment to community and the environment as part of their Women’s History Month project. “Our mission is to disrupt the cycle of poverty by convening, collaborating and investing in strategies to improve outcomes for children and families. This Women’s…
(NEWARK, NJ) — United Way of Greater Newark is seeking two part-time, paid technology interns to provide administrative support for the organization’s Newark Thrives program and specifically its Youth Program Locator. The Newark Thrives YPL Internship, which is funded by the Arman Roy Foundation, will operate from April 15, 2023, through March 31, 2024. Each intern will…
In this undated photo, William Ashby, left founder of United Way of Greater Newark. The woman seated with Ashby is unidentified. Courtesy United Way of Greater Newark By Linda O’Brien | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com There is an organization in Newark that has been a champion for those in need for a century. For…
United Way of Greater Newark’s My Very Own Library program recipient Newark’s Hawkins Street School celebrated a Book Lovers Ball for its students. The event included a Lincoln-Douglas style debate on the topic of digital books versus printed books followed by dancing, musical selections and a read-aloud of “A Library” written by Nikki Giovanni. Click here…
“The holiday season brings joy and cheer to those celebrating, but for some can also bring a financial strain. As the calendar gets set to turn to December and the holiday season kicks off, United Way of Greater Newark has worked with dedicated partners to host financial workshops and events covering a range of topics…
“According to officials, as the holiday season kicks off, United Way of Greater Newark has worked with dedicated partners to host financial workshops and events covering a range of topics surrounding financial stability.” – RLS Media Click here to read the full article by RLS Media
“Santander Bank awarded a $30,000 grant to United Way of Greater Newark to support the Greater Newark Enterprises Corp.’s BackStop Program, which provides training for small business owners.” – NJ Biz Click here to read the full article by NJ Biz
“United Way of Greater Newark was awarded a $30,000 grant from Santander Bank to support technical assistance provided to small businesses through the Greater Newark Enterprises Corporation’s BackStop Program.” – New Jersey Stage Click here to read the full article by New Jersey Stage “The BackStop Program explores three tracks that small businesses can enroll in…
“United Way helped facilitate emergency assistance with its Small Business Grants Program, while the Greater Newark Enterprises Corporation provided micro-business loans.” – RLS Media Click here to read the full article by RLS Media
