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A Space Paterson’s Teens Can Count On: Inside Our Great Falls Youth Center

January 15, 2026

A Space Paterson’s Teens Can Count On: Inside Our Great Falls Youth Center

A place built for Paterson’s teens — and shaped by them

Paterson Youth Council Explores the Power of Art

December 11, 2025

Paterson Youth Council Explores the Power of Art

Local Creatives Inspire Students to See Art as Expression, Connection, and Civic Action

Supporting Students, Strengthening Families: NJ4S Passaic County Hub Leads a Powerful Start to the School Year

November 20, 2025

Supporting Students, Strengthening Families: NJ4S Passaic County Hub Leads a Powerful Start to the School Year

From classroom lessons to countywide conferences, NJ4S is helping students, families, and schools thrive

NJCDC Celebrates 31 Years of Transforming Lives in Paterson

October 29, 2025

NJCDC Celebrates 31 Years of Transforming Lives in Paterson

A Night of Inspiration, Impact, and Gratitude

10 Moments That Defined NJCDC in 2025

January 6, 2026

10 Moments That Defined NJCDC in 2025

Looking back on a year of learning, leadership, and shared commitment across Paterson

NJCDC’s Annual Friends Breakfast Celebrates Service, Partnership, and Hope in Paterson

December 5, 2025

NJCDC’s Annual Friends Breakfast Celebrates Service, Partnership, and Hope in Paterson

Supporters and partners gather to celebrate another year of service, progress, and partnership in Paterson

Paterson Youth Council Takes the Lead at Roundtable Dinner

November 17, 2025

Paterson Youth Council Takes the Lead at Roundtable Dinner

NJCDC’s 20th PYC Cohort Engages Local Leaders in an Evening of Dialogue, Insight, and Civic Purpose

AvalonBay Volunteers Beautify Paterson and Give Back to the Community

October 23, 2025

AvalonBay Volunteers Beautify Paterson and Give Back to the Community

From painting benches to planting flowers, AvalonBay volunteers helped make Paterson’s community spaces shine

NJCDC’s Biggest Gift & Toy Drive Yet Brings Holiday Joy to Over 1,700 Paterson Children

December 26, 2025

NJCDC’s Biggest Gift & Toy Drive Yet Brings Holiday Joy to Over 1,700 Paterson Children

Paterson families came together for NJCDC’s longest-standing holiday tradition

Giving Thanks and Giving Back: NJCDC’s Annual Turkey Basket Giveaway Brings Holiday Cheer to Paterson Families

November 28, 2025

Giving Thanks and Giving Back: NJCDC’s Annual Turkey Basket Giveaway Brings Holiday Cheer to Paterson Families

A night of gratitude, generosity, and community connection at NJCDC’s Great Falls Youth Center

Paterson Teens Take the Mic: Highlights from NJCDC’s First Youth Podcast Competition

November 7, 2025

Paterson Teens Take the Mic: Highlights from NJCDC’s First Youth Podcast Competition

Young creators from JFK and International High Schools share their stories — and their voices

NJCDC’s 11th Annual Neighborhood Block Party Brings Together Over 1,100 Paterson Residents

October 20, 2025

NJCDC’s 11th Annual Neighborhood Block Party Brings Together Over 1,100 Paterson Residents

A Celebration of Community, Connection, and Jubilance

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