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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…
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Planting Seeds of Hope in Newark
Project Coordinator’s (PC’s) are stewards and ambassadors of Jersey Cares, leading other volunteers in projects that benefit the community. Project Coordinators drive social change by leading well-managed, sustainable projects and programs that meet community-identified needs and provide volunteers with a positive experience, inspiring everyone to continue their journey of service. This article is part of…
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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…
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Planting Seeds of Hope
Planting Seeds of Hope – healthy food and empowering the local community combine.
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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…
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#NationalSelfieDay Summer Challenge
By: Jadea Asante, Ready Corps With the temperatures steadily increasing and the smell of barbeque in the air, it’s safe to say that summer is here. It’s easy for millennials, like myself, to get wrapped up in the same mundane routine. Going to work, looking for work, taking a summer class, and being glued to…
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Flamingos and Service
By Michelle R. Dee, Senior Director of External Affairs Monday morning I was talking with my husband about the fact that it was finally getting cooler in the house in the morning when we woke up. I was mentioning that it was chilly but not “cold” yet, even though it was cold outside. That is when…
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What Does Volunteering Mean to You?
By Simone Carvalho, Jersey Cares’ newest Service Events Manager Even after years of working with volunteers, I still find myself astounded by their benevolence. From individuals to families, Scout Troops to Fortune 500 companies- volunteers can take many forms but the spirit of generosity is identical. What is this goodwill I speak of? It is…
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Seniors in Hillsborough Give Back to Their Community
One of our Project Coordinators, Becky Bongiovi, describes her involvement connecting seniors in service for the Jersey Cares Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. What happens when you have a group of willing and able volunteers without transportation? You bring the event to the volunteers, of course! In celebration of Jersey Cares Martin Luther…
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Photo of the Day
The day before you volunteer make sure you don’t walk around BRRRfoot, we wouldn’t want you to get cold feet!
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