GreenLight Fund Greater Newark

08/20/2026

Last week, we held the second stop of our Meet the Orgs Tour, hosted by the incredible Clinton Hill Community Action! It was another memorable evening filled with meaningful connections, thoughtful conversations, and opportunities to learn from the organizations working alongside Newark residents.

We were proud to bring together Newark EMS Corps, Reading Partners, Food Connect, and Housing Connector to share more about their work and how they are responding to priorities residents have identified in their communities. Our very own Selection Advisory Council Member and vital partner in our work, Shanell Dunns, moderated a lively panel discussion with leaders from each organization, creating space for them to share insights, resources, and the ways they are partnering with and supporting residents across Greater Newark.

For us, the work doesn’t stop when an investment is made. These organizations reflect what Newark residents have told us they want to see: greater access to opportunity, stronger community resources, and solutions that are responsive to residents’ needs and experiences.

And the tour isn’t over yet! Join us for our third stop on Wednesday, September 2nd, hosted by La Casa de Don Pedro.

Take a look at the flyer below for more details and be sure to register here: https://greenlightfund.org/meet-the-orgs-tour/.

We hope to see you there!

08/13/2026

Thank you Clinton Hill Community Action for hosting us tonight!!

The Concerned Citizens of Clinton Hill is excited to host the GreenLight Fund Greater Newark and their partners they brought to Newark to address the needs identified by the community: Reading Partners 📚, Food Connect 🍛, Housing Connector 🏡, and EMS Corps 🚑.

Tonight we're talking about:

Making sure our young people are reading to learn by 3rd grade

Helping partners get food to neighborhood pantries to families in need

Putting a roof over residents heads and helping landlords find good tenants

Training residents for high demand jobs in emergency transportation services

08/13/2026

Black Philanthropy Month is an opportunity to celebrate the longstanding tradition of investing in one another — and to reflect on what it means to invest in Black leadership, ideas, and solutions today.

Long before philanthropy had a name, the spirit of giving was and continues to be alive in Black communities every day: through churches and faith communities, families, sororities and fraternities, civic organizations, businesses, and neighborhood networks. Through generosity, resource-sharing, mentorship, and collective action, there have always been innovative ways to support one another and create pathways forward.

That legacy continues to shape the future of philanthropy.

This Black Philanthropy Month, we’re celebrating the generosity, leadership, and ingenuity that have long existed within Black communities — while continuing to ask what philanthropy can do differently to help that power thrive.

Our communities have the ideas. Our leaders have the vision. Philanthropy has an opportunity to listen, invest, and help create the conditions for those ideas and solutions to thrive.

08/05/2026

Helping more Newark students become confident readers takes strong partnerships, sustained investment, and a shared commitment to opportunity.

We're proud to support Reading Partners as they expand access to free, high-quality literacy support for Newark students and families, with enrollment still open for those who would like to participate: https://bit.ly/4wjFaOs

This work shows what's possible when communities come together to ensure every child has the resources they need to thrive. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4fRkzul

Newark K-4 students can get two tutoring sessions a week this summer.

07/31/2026

Join us on Thursday, August 13, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. for our second Meet the Org Tour stop!

We're excited to partner with Clinton Hill Community Action for an evening of connection, conversation, and community as we continue highlighting the organizations making an impact across Newark.

Enjoy dinner and an engaging panel discussion moderated by Shanell Dunns, CEO and Founder of Roots and Bridgesand a member of GreenLight Fund Greater Newark's Selection Advisory Council. Together, we'll explore the impact these organizations are making and the partnerships helping to create lasting change throughout Newark.

Please see the updated flyer below for important event details. Be sure to RSVP here: https://greenlightfund.org/meet-the-orgs-tour-august/

We hope to see you there!

07/28/2026

Last week, we had an incredible turnout for the very first stop of our Meet the Orgs Tour, hosted by the wonderful United Community Corporation

The evening was made even more special with our very own Selection Advisory Council member, Dr. Mark Comesañas, moderating a dynamic panel discussion featuring leaders from Newark EMS Corps, Newark Opportunity Youth Network, Reading Partners, Food Connect, and Housing Connector. These leaders shared their organizations’ work, resources, and the impact they are making across the city—highlighting the many ways they are creating opportunities and helping transform lives.

We’re excited to continue this journey and invite you to join us at our next Tour Stop on Thursday August 13th with Clinton Hill Community Action from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. See more below!

07/13/2026

A career can change a life—and it can start here.

Applications are now open for Newark EMS Corps' fourth cohort. Through rigorous training, hands-on experience, and comprehensive career support, the program equips young Newarkers with the skills to launch careers in Emergency Medical Services, public safety, and allied healthcare.

Led by Newark Opportunity Youth Network (NOYN) in partnership with RWJBarnabas Mobile Health, Newark EMS Corps is expanding opportunity while helping build the next generation of healthcare professionals serving Newark and beyond.

Learn more about the program and apply today: https://newarkemscorps.org/

07/07/2026

Join us for the first stop on GreenLight Fund Greater Newark’s Meet the Orgs Tour!

Enjoy dinner while connecting with the local leaders behind our first four selections, hear an engaging panel discussion on their impact across Newark, access the services they provide, and fellowship with your neighbors.

We look forward to a meaningful evening together, and hope to see you there!

See details below and reserve your seat by July 20th! Register here: https://bit.ly/4vmOQHp

07/01/2026

Be sure to check out our latest blog post!

We actively engage with local communities to identify needs not being met and invite in best-in-class nonprofits uniquely suited to address them.

06/25/2026

Be sure to check out our Executive Director, Tish Johnson-Jones, featured on WBGO's Newark Today with Michael Hill last week.

Starting at 43:49, Tish shares key updates on GreenLight Fund Greater Newark's work, partnerships, and investments since her last appearance. For the full conversation, watch here:

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