Nitosha’s Story “My life was at the bottom. I went to Norwescap for some food and never expected to become so involved. Now my life is in a totally different place.” Nitosha Y., a single mother of four, always dreamed of having a house with a yard where her children could play. She had spent most of her life living in shelters, staying with friends or residing in apartments. Last year, Nitosha lost her job due to COVID, and she started to get behind on her bills. She came to Norwescap … [Read more...] about Stories of Resilience: Nitosha
Continue ReadingCelebrating Black History Month and Read Across America
All throughout February, we celebrated Black History Month at Norwescap by sharing stories of Black heroes who helped to shape our country; hosting virtual events celebrating Black culture; and opening up dialogues with our staff and community members about the barriers experienced by Black Americans today. Addressing racial disparities has always been at the heart of Norwescap’s work, because we know that in America the challenges of racism … [Read more...] about Celebrating Black History Month and Read Across America
Continue ReadingBeauty Editors Forego Luxury Products To Donate To Families Through NJ Nonprofit
Norwescap receives over 750 highly-rated skin-care products to gift to parents this holiday PHILLIPSBURG, NJ- December 22, 2020- Throughout the Northwest region of New Jersey, local children and families have been adopted through Norwescap’s Traditions Family Success Center with the hope of receiving a little bit of holiday joy. The program, "Partners in Joy," collects toy donations from individual and corporate donors for nearly 800 local children. This year the Center distributed more … [Read more...] about Beauty Editors Forego Luxury Products To Donate To Families Through NJ Nonprofit
Continue ReadingNorwescap Sustaining Local Businesses with COVID Relief Packages and Financial Resources through Federal CARES ACT
Local Businesses Provided Resources through Norwescap Community Development Program to Remain in Business PHILLIPSBURG, NJ December 16, 2020- At a time when businesses have to make the tough decisions as to whether or not they will financially survive through this pandemic, Norwescap is providing resources to local businesses to keep their doors open. Founded in 1965 as an organization to fight poverty, Norwescap has evolved to grow beyond safety net programs and has … [Read more...] about Norwescap Sustaining Local Businesses with COVID Relief Packages and Financial Resources through Federal CARES ACT
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Norwescap impacts thousands of lives throughout Northwestern New Jersey – and you are a vital partner in our work! In addition to making a financial contribution, there are many ways to be part of our mission to transform poverty into opportunity. Please reach out to Heather Thompson, Chief Development Officer, at 908-454-7000 or thompsonh@norwescap.org for more information on any of these opportunities. Join an Advisory Board Norwescap is seeking members for our newly-formed … [Read more...] about Join our Mission!
Continue ReadingNorwescap Awarded $200,000 Neighborhood Builders Grant
Norwescap Helps Over 30,000 Individuals and Families Annually on Their Road to Resiliency PHILLIPSBURG, NJ December 3, 2020- Norwescap, a non-profit organization serving low-income individuals and families in Northwest New Jersey, has been awarded a $200,000 grant from Bank of America through its Neighborhood Builders program. Each year, Bank of America’s Neighborhood Builders program deploys capital to advance nonprofit leaders addressing economic mobility and social progress in … [Read more...] about Norwescap Awarded $200,000 Neighborhood Builders Grant
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