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Latest News & Stories

Breaking Barriers: How NJCDC is Expanding Access to Mental Health Care for Communities of Color

July 11, 2025

Breaking Barriers: How NJCDC is Expanding Access to Mental Health Care for Communities of Color

Building a More Equitable Future — One Conversation at a Time

Graduation Season Shines at NJCDC

June 27, 2025

Graduation Season Shines at NJCDC

Celebrating the Class of 2025 Across Paterson

NJCDC’s College Sendoff is Saturday, August 2!

June 13, 2025

NJCDC’s College Sendoff is Saturday, August 2!

Event will honor Paterson’s college-bound high school graduates

Shining a Light on Youth Wellness: NJ4S Passaic County Hub Hosts Walk for Youth Homelessness and Provider Wellness Summit

May 30, 2025

Shining a Light on Youth Wellness: NJ4S Passaic County Hub Hosts Walk for Youth Homelessness and Provider Wellness Summit

From Walkathons to Wellness Summits, NJ4S is building a healthier Passaic County

Creativity in Full Bloom: NJCDC’s Summer Arts Program Kicks Off

July 3, 2025

Creativity in Full Bloom: NJCDC’s Summer Arts Program Kicks Off

Helping Kids Stay Engaged, Express Themselves, and Build New Skills

Paterson Residents Lead the Way: Announcing NJCDC’s Summer 2025 Neighborhood Activities Fund Minigrants

June 20, 2025

Paterson Residents Lead the Way: Announcing NJCDC’s Summer 2025 Neighborhood Activities Fund Minigrants

Ten resident-led projects bringing learning, culture, and community pride to Paterson

From Student to Scholar: Elianny Polanco’s Journey Through Early College and NJCDC

June 6, 2025

From Student to Scholar: Elianny Polanco’s Journey Through Early College and NJCDC

She grew up in our programs — now she’s helping lead them

Strengthening Leadership and Legacy: Paterson Youth Council Visits D.C.

May 22, 2025

Strengthening Leadership and Legacy: Paterson Youth Council Visits D.C.

PYC traveled to Washington, D.C. for a two-day civic immersive experience

Summer at NJCDC: Free Programs, Fun for All Ages, and Community Connections

July 2, 2025

Summer at NJCDC: Free Programs, Fun for All Ages, and Community Connections

NJCDC is hosting exciting summer programs for adults and youth of all ages

Our Paterson Youth Council Celebrates the Graduation of its 19th Class

June 20, 2025

Our Paterson Youth Council Celebrates the Graduation of its 19th Class

Honoring the City’s Next Generation of Leaders

From AmeriCorps Member to Honoree: A Journey of Service and Heart

May 30, 2025

From AmeriCorps Member to Honoree: A Journey of Service and Heart

Extra Mile Award highlights Mahbuba Uddin’s lasting contributions to Paterson youth

“Starting from Zero”: How Kirrsy Baez Built a New Life — and a Business — in Paterson with the Help of Our Financial Empowerment Center

May 14, 2025

“Starting from Zero”: How Kirrsy Baez Built a New Life — and a Business — in Paterson with the Help of Our Financial Empowerment Center

A dream, a laundromat, and the support that helped make it all possible

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