Paterson Funders Affinity Group: Connecting the Dots: Paterson’s Challenges Community Solutions and Opportunties for Investment

Paterson's nonprofit community plays a vital role in addressing the interconnected challenges facing children, families, and neighborhoods. From educational opportunity and food security to environmental health and housing stability, community-based organizations are developing solutions, building partnerships, and responding to residents' evolving needs.

Join the Council of New Jersey Grantmakers and Paterson Alliance for a community-informed conversation featuring nonprofit leaders working across these critical sectors. Through local data, organizational experiences, and examples of collaboration, participants will gain a deeper understanding of Paterson's challenges, community strengths, and opportunities for meaningful philanthropic investment.

The program will also create space for dialogue between funders and nonprofit leaders to explore shared priorities, strengthen relationships, and identify opportunities for continued collaboration.

Speakers
Aracelis Nunez, Program Manager, Paterson Alliance
Julia Stoumbos, Aging in Place Program Director, Taub Foundation
Jessica Padilla Gonzalez, CEO, CUMAC
Rosie Grant, Executive Director, Paterson Education Fund

Cost: Free for CNJG Members; $95 for Non Member Grantmakers
A light lunch will be served.
This program is only open to staff and trustees from grantmaking organizations..