What’s happening in Afghanistan: With full US withdrawal expected by the end of the month, the Taliban has taken over several Afghanistan’s provincial capitals including capital city Kabul. People are trying to flee Afghanistan and seek refuge. Help Afghan refugees and the families still in Afghanistan when you support organizations and charities doing the work. […]
Giving Digitized
Next month will mark a full year since lock-down in Jersey City, a FULL year. A concept hard to grasp. Our lives in the last year has changed forever, some for the worst and some for the best. It is apparent that we all had to pivot in one way or another to this new […]
Where to Donate Locally for the Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches, it’s important to show compassion for others and give back to people in our communities. Several organizations in Hudson County looking for donations or volunteers for the fall/winter seasons. Help out for the holidays and spread the love! AngelaCARES View this post on Instagram A post shared by AngelaCARES, Inc. […]
Where to donate – organizations and fundraisers to support
If you have the means to donate, please consider doing so. Any amount helps. We’ve listed just a few of many organizations and families accepting donations. Larger organizations like The Minnesota Freedom Fund have seen a great influx of donations and have asked everyone to donate to smaller organizations. Check out more lists by Rolling […]
Helping refugee children learn at home
Welcome Home Jersey City is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides educational, employment, and material support to refugees, asylees, and asylum-seekers in the Jersey City area. With schools closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, students are forced to depend on online and distance learning strategies. Welcome Home has made it a priority to provide students […]
8 Organizations to Support on Giving Tuesday
It’s Giving Tuesday, a day dedicated to giving back to the community and organizations that work to the community’s benefit. With a long list of non-profit organizations and businesses who can use your support, here are just a few of our favorites. You can find a full list of local organizations on greatnonprofits.org and volunteer.jerseycitynj.gov. […]
York Street Project
The York Street Project is a great organization, specifically focused on helping women and families get the support they need through clothing, education, and more to get them back on their feet. It’s not just about empowering them with shelter, but also providing them with resources they would need to get out of the cycle. […]
Top 8 Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
The weekend is here! Find some events in the area, or check out our Event Calendar for more options. Thursday Fashion in the Park September 28 @ 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM Maritime Parc, 84 Audrey Zapp Drive The seventh season of JC Fashion Week is finally here. Get your tickets! Event Details Robotics & Scratch After School […]
PERC Shelter Donation Drive
Join us on July 11th from 5PM to 8PM for a happy hour donation drive at Porta to directly benefit PERC, a shelter that services the homeless in Hudson County. They are in need of supplies! Necessary items include: Razors Deodorant Underwear (all sizes) Socks Disposable Plates and Cups 50 lb. Trash bags They will […]