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NJCDC Unveils Poster Series Highlighting Paterson's Role in Shaping the Nation

June 12, 2026

NJCDC Unveils Poster Series Highlighting Paterson's Role in Shaping the Nation

As the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary, NJCDC commissioned this four-poster series to highlight moments when Paterson’s influence extended far beyond its city limits and helped shape the American story.

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Wellpoint Invests to Advance Housing, Economic Opportunity & Community Health

June 3, 2026

Wellpoint Invests to Advance Housing, Economic Opportunity & Community Health

NJCDC is receiving a $350,000 grant from Wellpoint NJ to support initiatives in Paterson’s Great Falls neighborhood.

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These North Jersey Towns Set to Get Thousands to Improve Parks

May 29, 2026

These North Jersey Towns Set to Get Thousands to Improve Parks

NJCDC will receive a $50,000 grant through Passaic County’s Open Space, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund Program for an envelope rehabilitation project at 16 Spruce St.

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Youth Mental Health Corps Expands To 16 States In 2026

May 28, 2026

Youth Mental Health Corps Expands To 16 States In 2026

NJCDC’s Paterson Public Health Corps has been selected as one of five New Jersey partner programs participating in the expansion of the national Youth Mental Health Corps initiative for the 2026–2027 school year.

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New Jersey Hall of Fame Announces 2026 Essay Contest Winners

May 6, 2026

New Jersey Hall of Fame Announces 2026 Essay Contest Winners

Paterson high school junior and member of NJCDC's Paterson Youth Council, Ashley Gaibor, won the New Jersey Hall of Fame’s 2026 high school essay contest with her submission on NJCDC’s Cristina Tone.

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Paterson, Dodge Foundation Announce $1.6M in Grants to Expand Financial Empowerment, Housing and Workforce Programs

January 16, 2026

Paterson, Dodge Foundation Announce $1.6M in Grants to Expand Financial Empowerment, Housing and Workforce Programs

A Dodge Foundation grant of $300,000 will strengthen the Paterson Financial Empowerment Center, a free financial counseling initiative operated by NJCDC in partnership with the City of Paterson.

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Santa Joins NJCDC & AmeriCorps in Event for Paterson Kids

December 24, 2025

Santa Joins NJCDC & AmeriCorps in Event for Paterson Kids

A photo essay capturing NJCDC's largest Toy Drive and Holiday Party yet!

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Holiday Party and Toy Giveaway Held for Kids and Their Families in Paterson

December 24, 2025

Holiday Party and Toy Giveaway Held for Kids and Their Families in Paterson

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

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