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Championing Community Development For A Better Future

Much of Norwescap’s work is focused on serving individuals and families. However, to truly accomplish our vision, we also work at the community level to ensure that people have the opportunity to succeed in their hometowns.

Through our Community Development programs, we spearhead significant neighborhood investments, support local businesses, and organize community events and initiatives that foster safe, healthy, vibrant neighborhoods where every resident and community member has a chance to participate and thrive.

Here are some ways we work with local residents to spark exciting community development projects:

Small business support: We facilitate resources and programs to help local business owners grow with financial resources, including small business loans, grants, and subsidies.
Business incubators: We work to help communities create business development programs, mentorships, and initiatives that benefit local companies and the economy..
Neighborhood revitalization: Our team encourages investing in infrastructure projects, public spaces, and affordable housing to build thriving communities.
Community-led events: We help organize fairs, events, and neighborhood cleanups to strengthen ties between residents.
Job training: Norwescap provides job readiness, skill development, career placement services, and financial literacy workshops to empower community members.
Youth development: We support afterschool programs and other initiatives to give young people resources to succeed personally and academically.
Civic engagement: Norwescap encourages community members to participate in town halls and decision-making processes that affect where they live.
Health and wellness initiatives: We promote access to healthcare, wellness programs, and fitness centers to focus on the community’s well-being.
Public safety: We encourage local law enforcement to collaborate with community groups and schools to implement safety programs that improve quality of life.
Environmental efforts: Norwescap encourages creating green spaces and energy-efficient community spaces, among other efforts.

Norwescap Community Development Bulletin: Enhancing New Jersey’s Neighborhoods

Stay informed with the latest updates on community development projects across New Jersey, including new opportunities and upcoming initiatives. 

(Sussex) UPDATED 02/10/2025: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that applications are now being accepted by Norwescap, 37 Main Street, Sussex, New Jersey; Attention: Sean Hyland at hylands@norwescap.org for Community Engagement Event grant funding in Sussex, NJ 07461. This opportunity is available to residents and business owners in Sussex Borough who wish to put on events that benefit the local community. Proposals will be accepted through December 1, 2025, and events must be executed by December 31, 2025. Funds will be allocated until exhausted and approval of applications is at the sole discretion of Norwescap. Applicants are encouraged to propose events that are at least 1-3 months from the date of submission.

If interested, please review the application and accompanying instructions. Please contact Sean Hyland before submitting your proposal to review your concept and budget.

In-person assistance is available at the Sussex Borough Community & Cultural Center at 37 Main by appointment only: hylands@norwescap.org or 908.454.7000 x1902.

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