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United Way of Northern New Jersey is working to advance the common good by focusing on community issues in the areas of EDUCATION, INCOME, and HEALTH.  We aim to create long-lasting community change by addressing the underlying causes of the most significant local problems.   We believe that everyone wins when children succeed in school and reach their potential; families are financially stable and independent, and individuals achieve and maintain good health throughout the stages of their lives.

While these seem like such simple demands, it is alarming to learn how many individuals and families struggle to attain these very basic needs.  According to a study commissioned by United Way of Northern New Jersey, nearly one-third of families living in our area struggle on a daily basis to meet their most essential needs or those of their family.

Click here to learn more about poverty and need in our communities by reading United Way of Northern New Jersey’s ALICE report.

Our work in EDUCATION

These initiatives focus on the successful development of our children – from preschool through the completion of high school. It is our goal to ensure that each child has access to the same quality of education. With a good educational foundation, our children will be able to achieve their potential, secure stable jobs, and lead productive lives.

Keep Kids Safe
Success By 6
Youth Empowerment Alliance

Our work in INCOME

These initiatives focus on issues in our community that hinder residents from earning enough income to adequately support themselves or their family through retirement. It is our goal to create an environment where individuals are self-sufficient, needing little or no help from government or social services to maintain a stable home and satisfying life.

Center for Financial Growth
Circles
Family Success Center
Family-Sustaining Employment
Housing For All
Income Tax Assistance

Our work in HEALTH

These initiatives focus on access and availability of affordable, quality health care for all people living and working in northern New Jersey. We aim to improve conditions in our community so that each person has access to healthy food options, receives necessary support when caring for a loved one, and can live the best life possible.

Backpack Program
Caregivers Coalition
Pantry Partners