CNJG’s Newark Philanthropic Liaison, Kevin Callaghan, organized a series of webinars for our Newark Funders Affinity Group and other funders to know the specific challenges of New Jersey’s largest city responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Guest speakers included, Mayor Ras Baraka, Newark Public Schools Superintendent Roger Leon, consulting firm McKinsey & Co., and Catherine Wilson, CEO of United Way of Greater Newark.
COVID-19 housing eviction risk and long-term solutions to increase housing stability
Discussion about the reopening of schools in Newark
Discussion about the philanthropic response to COVID-19 to date and an approach to the next phase of work
Discussion with small business leaders/entrepreneurs in Newark
Update on the future of education in Newark
Update on Mental Health; Contact Tracing
Update on health systems and access
Update from McKinsey & Co. on the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on communities of color
Update on the local news landscape
Updates on Community Support; Newark Board of Education
Updates on Mental Health & Domestic Violence
Update on Response Funds; Food Insecurity; Public Health Needs
Update on CARES Act; Testing; Newark Hospitals
Update from Mayor Ras Baraka, and other non-profit leaders
