When it comes to working with the community, it’s important to share the different ways we can help students receive the supplies and educational resources they need to thrive. From books to meals, students in low-income regions tend to receive less assistance and services for their education. In comes Balance Boxes! View this post on […]
Be Awesome, Feed Somebody
In partnership with Mark Bustos, founder of #BeAwesomeToSomebody, the Montclair Hospitality Group behind Ani Ramen launched two non-profit pop-up takeout and delivery restaurants to support first responders of COVID-19, set to open on April 24th in Jersey City. #BeAwesomeToSomebody is focused on random acts of kindness in the community, and Ani Ramen drives on a […]
INFable Socks: Socks For A Cause
INFable Socks is a company led by John Hendershot, who left his job in order to pursue his passion. He decided to create a business to bring people together and raise awareness on certain causes. We had the chance to talk to designer Courtland Hendershot about the socks and the cause. What is “INFable Socks” […]
Support Content Creators Academy JC
With the success of Content Creators Academy JC and the involvement of the students, we’d love to keep the program going for semesters to come. We could use a bit of help! We Need a Space A big challenge we are having is space. We are hoping to rent out a space by fall so […]
Girl Empowerment Mixer
One of our last events hosted at ChicpeaHQ this year was a Girl Empowerment event. Takeria Clark, Queen Bee of the Honey Bees, a non-profit organization that empowers children to focus on motivation and positive redirection through Double Dutch. Takeria reached out along with Steve from the Hudson Partnership CMO, a non-profit that focuses on […]
Content Creators Academy
Calling all parents and interested students ages 14 to 17! We are opening our applications for Content Creators Academy Jersey City, a nonprofit focused on helping students learn about all things digital media; photography, graphic design, social media management, entrepreneurial skills and more! Our first session is for this upcoming fall – September 2017 to […]
Content Creators Academy Jersey City
As I sit here reflecting on the journey that led me to this moment, the realization of a dream is palpable. Nearly a year ago, following the success of ChicpeaJC Turns 2, I found myself pondering late into the night, grappling with the question of what comes next. While others might have reveled in the […]
10 Ways to Give Back in Jersey City
It seems like November is all about giving back to your community and to those in need. We chose ten events and places to lend a hand and help out in any way you can, but the list certainly doesn’t end here! Feel free to leave a comment letting us know any other local spots where people […]