Category: Monthly Calendar Program

  • Project Coordinator Highlight – Mary Pereira

    Project Coordinator Highlight – Mary Pereira

    Say Hello to Mary Pereira! Although Mary only recently became a Project Coordinator with Jersey Cares in May, she has been an active volunteer since 2017!  Throughout the years, Mary has been involved in a variety of volunteer opportunities such as Lights On in Newark, Games Galore and More in Hanover, and Conversations and Connections…

  • Say Hello to Juanita Cook!

    Say Hello to Juanita Cook!

    Juanita has been a motivated volunteer with Jersey Cares since 2017 but started her journey with us in 2013. In 2018, Juanita decided to take on the role of a Project Coordinator and become a part of the Jersey Cares family leading many different volunteer opportunities throughout the state. When asked what sparked her interest…

  • Planting Seeds of Hope

    Planting Seeds of Hope

    Planting Seeds of Hope – healthy food and empowering the local community combine.

  • Making Time to Make A Difference

    Making Time to Make A Difference

    With school back in session, we understand that it can be hard to balance both academics and community service. New schedules, new courses, it’s a lot to take in! For Jersey Cares Project Coordinator and Rutgers New Brunswick Senior, Dominick DiCarlo, civic engagement is a vital part of his college experience. Looking for ways to…

  • Be A Shero

    By Siara Clemente, Jersey Cares Program Manager, ReadyCorps AmeriCorps Member she·ro ˈshirō/ noun a woman, who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.   To be a shero, one does not need to save the world, but rather, simply make a difference. Here at Jersey Cares, it is our goal to…

  • Photo of the Day

    There is no ‘I’ in team! But there is a ‘u’ in volunteer! YOU should volunteer with Jersey Cares!

  • Photo of the Day

    Leave your footprint in the community of your choice! Find volunteer opportunities throughout the state on our Volunteer Opportunity Calendar at http://www.jerseycares.org!

  • City Spotlight: Trenton

    As a response to all of the amazing volunteer work being done across New Jersey, the Jersey Cares City Spotlight will showcase exceptional civic engagement weekly in a specific New Jersey community. This week, Jersey Cares City Spotlight features New Jersey’s capital city – Trenton! Trenton is a city full of history! It is known…

  • Photo of the Day

    These little helpers were shore to please during a beach sweep last spring. Get your family involved with Jersey Cares today. Click here to learn more.

  • Photo of the Day

    Leaf it to Jersey Cares’ great volunteers to rake in the fun times! Register today to join in the festivities!