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2026 CNJG Membership Renewal
Thank you for your membership investment with CNJG!
We continue using our contactless renewal process for the 2026 membership year. We no longer mail renewal notices. The “primary contact” for each member will receive the renewal notification by email in mid-October, 2025
“[CNJG has] done an amazing job of meeting people where they need to be in terms of providing additional resources and access to people in the know to help us navigate through very unchartered waters.”
-Margarethe Laurenzi, Maher Charitable Foundation
The dues investment for 2026 includes a Board-approved 3% increase. Members should base their 2026 dues on either:
1. Your 2025 giving or
2. An average of the past three years in giving (2023, 2024, 2025).
The chart of dues, based on your annual giving is below:
| Annual Giving Level | 2026 CNJG Dues |
| $ 0 to $ 100,000 | $ 795 |
| $ 100,001 to $ 250,000 | $ 955 |
| $ 250,001 to $ 500,000 | $ 1,485 |
| $ 500,001 to $ 750,000 | $ 1,900 |
| $ 750,001 to $ 1 million | $ 2,650 |
| $ 1 million to $ 2 million | $ 3,700 |
| $ 2 million to $ 3 million | $ 5,900 |
| $ 3 million to $ 5 million | $ 8,500 |
| $ 5 million to $7.5 million | $ 10,470 |
| $ 7.5 million to $10 million | $ 11,075 |
| $ 10 million to $15 million | $13,250 |
| $ 15 million to $20 million | $16,250 |
| $ 20 million to $30 million | $23,700 |
| $ 30 million to $50 million | $26,500 |
| $ 50 million to $75 million | $36,875 |
| $ 75 million and above | $43,000 |
The membership period begins January 1, 2026 and runs through December 31, 2026.
Some members choose to make all or a portion of their dues in the form of a grant. For tax purposes, all dues in excess of $795 may be reasonably reported as a grant.
Government agency dues are based on a percentage of your administrative budget. The renewal form will help you calculate your dues.
Dues for associate members (CDFI’s and philanthropic advisors) are a flat $1,680.
For additional criteria for dues calculations (ie. sun-setting foundations, those headquartered outside the state, and other special circumstances), please visit the Membership Policies section of our join page.
Renewal notices are due annually by March 31 with payments due by June 30. You can complete the renewal form today and pay any time before June 30. If you need to pay after June 30, please note the alternate payment date on the renewal form. Please contact Craig Weinrich, Director of Member Services at 609-414-7110 x802 to make payment arrangements. CNJG prefers to receive membership payments by EFT. Checks are also acceptable, and please note our address. If you decide to pay via credit card, CNJG will add a 3% fee to the membership dues amount.
Leadership Gifts
“Engagement with other funds throughout the state as we think about how to be most strategic have been really helpful to understand what others are doing and the implications of how we do our grantmaking activities.”
-Andy Fraizer, Community Foundation of South Jersey
Some members include an additional gift to help cover the costs of CNJG’s operations. Membership dues cover about 40% of our operations. These welcomed and unrestricted funds help underwrite the many programs and services that CNJG provides to our members and the philanthropic sector.
Please indicate your additional leadership gift on the renewal form when you complete it.
2026 Renewal Timeline
- Mid-October 2025 – CNJG membership renewal notices are emailed to the designated “primary” contact;
- March 31, 2026 – CNJG membership renewal commitments due (payment can be received later)
- June 30, 2026 – Dues should be paid by this date. A few members pay in the second half of the year, and CNJG appreciates knowing before then that you are renewing. Members that have not paid by this date, or indicated to CNJG that payment is forthcoming by this date, will be considered lapsed and removed as members.
- Mid-October, 2026 – Renewals for 2027 will be emailed.
2026 Member Renewal Process
- The link to our online renewal notice will be emailed to your designated “primary contact” in mid-October. In subsequent reminders, the invoices will be emailed to both the "primary contact" and the "billing contacts" at the organization. If you have not received any renewal notice, please let Craig know. You can complete the renewal notice here.
- Complete and return the renewal notice with either:
The amount of dues you are paying (based on your giving outlined above) and when CNJG can anticipate the payment.
or
Your pledge to pay at a later point in the year. Payment should be received by CNJG before June 30. Please contact Craig if an alternate payment date is needed. - Submit the renewal notice/invoice with payment or your pledge to renew by March 31.
- Update your contact information by having one of your “administrative contacts” update this information on the website. There are tutorials on our website about this process, or contact Craig with questions.
Looking Ahead to 2027
Our expectation is that for 2027, we’ll ask members to base their giving on your past three years average, or on your 2026 giving. We will also include the annual CNJG board-approved 3% increase in dues. CNJG has mapped out the dues rates for the next several years, so members can budget accordingly.
Thank you for being a part of the CNJG membership as we support and elevate New Jersey’s philanthropic community through shared learning, collaborative and trusting relationships, network building, and leadership.
The Head of Operations will operate at both the strategic and tactical levels - able to see the big picture while also rolling up their sleeves to draft policies, support organizational legal and compliance work, implement solutions, and manage day-to-day execution. The role sits at the intersection of the organization’s entities and will be responsible for streamlining shared services and ensuring strong coordination across areas such as CRM systems, vendor management, technology, office space, and security.
The New Jersey Historic Trust, an affiliate of the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA), approved a total of $13,839,484 in grant recommendations from the Preserve New Jersey Historic Preservation Fund to save and promote historic sites throughout the state. Sixty-seven preservation planning, municipal, county, and regional planning, heritage tourism, and capital projects are included in this year’s list of recommendations.
“New Jersey has made a significant impact in our nation’s history. This impact is visible in our state’s incredible array of historic sites spanning nearly three centuries where residents and tourists alike can learn about and appreciate New Jersey’s unique heritage,” said DCA Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez. “The grant recommendations made today by the New Jersey Historic Trust will help these special sites continue to captivate and inspire visitors for years to come. Our state’s historic places are worth protecting and we’re proud to be a part of the preservation effort.”
The Tepper Foundation in Short Hills, New Jersey, has announced an $8.75 million commitment to Jewish Federations of North America in support of interfaith bridge-building and on-site security for Jewish early childhood, day camp, and afterschool programs.
Awarded through the foundation’s Security Fund, the funding will support more than 100 federations across 39 U.S. states and Canada. The grants will bolster increased security personnel and augment efforts to strengthen local community relations and vital interfaith and intergroup projects. The most recent gift brings the Security Fund’s total commitment to Jewish Federations to nearly $18 million across 2024-25.
“The Security Fund is continuing to provide a critical service for Jewish spaces across the United States, and the Jewish Federations play a key role in helping more families feel safe,” said Tepper Foundation CEO Randi Tepper. “While most Jewish organizations have existing funds dedicated to security, many institutions have had to pull money from other budget lines to meet increased security needs. We want to ensure these organizations can not only provide security but continue their missions serving local families.”
The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey seeks to hire a Program Officer with proven experience in grant management roles and strong knowledge of the healthcare and human services sectors. Working as part of small, cohesive team, the Program Officer reviews, evaluates, and recommends appropriate grantmaking actions to the Executive Director/CEO and Board of Trustees. The Program Officer provides management assistance and guidance to the staff on grant awards.
Foundations and nonprofits create more resilient and impactful change when their strategies are shaped by the communities most harmed by inequities. The COVID-19 pandemic taught us invaluable lessons about the importance of community listening and nimble response. In the face of the social sector's recent turmoil, re-applying and building upon those lessons is more urgent than ever.
This virtual session, presented by Maryland Philanthropy Network prese with Listen4Good, will explore how to carry forward best practices from the pandemic to meet today’s challenges. We’ll share strategies–including timely use cases–for responding to shifting community needs. Fellow funders and Listen4Good, a subject matter expert, will share about their successes, challenges, and best practices for centering community voice in grantmaking.
Learning Objectives:
Promising practices and framework for practicing equity-centered listening on a personal and organizational basis.
Resources that can support funders to center community in their work and integrate community needs effectively into grantmaking efforts.
Real-life examples and use cases that connect lessons from COVID-era responses to current grantmaking challenges.
Presenters:
Anne Allen, Program Officer, The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation
Christine Marcos, Senior Program Officer, Moses Taylor Foundation
Valerie Threlfall, Executive Director, Listen4Good
This workshop will empower attendees to bring local stakeholders together to center community perspectives. Join us to reimagine how we can collectively uplift community voices for greater impact!
This program is for members of Maryland Philanthropy Network, the Council of New Jersey Grantmakers, New York Funders Alliance, Florida Philanthropic Network, Philanthropy Network of Greater Philadelphia, and the North Carolina Network of Grantmakers.
About Listen4Good: Listen4Good helps nonprofits gather and analyze feedback from their community. Listen4Good also supports funders to convene participating nonprofit leaders and use community trends data to inform grantmaking. Since 2016, Listen4Good has supported 1200 organizations through their coaching and resources.
In Q3 2025, the Overdeck Family Foundation awarded grants totaling over $10 million.
Our third quarter grantmaking focuses on identifying and fueling the scale of cost-effective programs and solutions that accelerate improvement in key academic and socioemotional outcomes for all children. As always, we place an emphasis on grantmaking and strategic support that unlock innovation, evidence, and growth for our grantees.
Camden Education Fund presented a check of $475,000 to local nonprofits through its Youth-Serving Organization (YSO) competitive grant program on Wednesday, July 30 at 3:30 p.m. Now in its fifth year, the YSO program provides operational and program funding to Camden-led nonprofit organizations serving youth aged 3-18.
The receiving organizations offer a wide range of supports to students including mentoring, mental health supports, opportunities in the arts, career exposure, and summer enrichment.
“We’re excited to once again provide much needed support for youth organizations that create vital opportunities for Camden students,” said Giana Campbell, Chief Executive Officer of Camden Education Fund. “This year, we’ve focused our largest grants on Social-Emotional Learning, Mental Health, and academic recovery, empowering students to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.”
The Camden Funders Affinity Group serves as a vehicle for funders to connect, learn, and share updates about initiatives throughout the city. To help broaden the voices and perspectives in these conversations, we’re excited to continue dedicating a portion of each to hearing directly from leaders doing important work across Camden.
Join fellow CNJG members and the Camden Funders Affinity Group for a very special in-person and lively discussion with the team from Camden Community Partnership. Building on an over 40-year history, Camden Community Partnership continues to advance its mission to serve as a catalyst for the preservation and growth of a vibrant Camden, by facilitating high-quality urban redevelopment projects in the city.
In the first half of the meeting, President/CEO, Dana Redd and her team will share updates on their current priorities, insights into opportunities they see across the city, and participate in a Q&A discussion with the Camden Funders. In the second half of the meeting, we’ll reflect on the team’s remarks, share updates on our current initiatives, and identify potential speakers & topics for future meetings. Light refreshments will be served.
Cost: Free for CNJG Members; $75 for Non Member Grantmakers
This program is only open to staff and trustees from grantmaking organizations.
Launching New Jersey’s Philanthropy Hub
NJ’s one-stop, most comprehensive source for grantmaking data and nonprofit insights.
Philanthropy is most effective when it is transparent, informed, and collaborative. The New Jersey Philanthropy Hub brings the state’s giving landscape into clear view—empowering funders, nonprofits, and policymakers to strengthen communities, drive innovation, and build a more equitable future for all New Jerseyans.
Developed by Impala and launched by the Council of New Jersey Grantmakers in partnership with the New Jersey Center for Nonprofits, this free, open-access platform provides an unprecedented view of New Jersey’s nonprofit and philanthropic sector.
Jersey-wide Access
All New Jersey-based nonprofits, including all members of CNJG and the New Jersey Center for Nonprofits, receive complimentary access to the NJ Philanthropy Hub and Impala Core through October 2028.
Funders and their nonprofit partners (even grantees in different states) also receive complimentary access to the NJ Philanthropy Hub and Impala Core through October 2028.
What You’ll Find Inside
Comprehensive Landscape View
Profiles of all thousands of New Jersey nonprofits and philanthropic foundations, with financials, staffing, and giving history.
Smart Classification
Explore organizations organized into curated ecosystems, such as environment, health, and education, so you can quickly find peers, partners, or grantees.
Deep Grant Transparency
See every grant awarded to a New Jersey nonprofit, from every foundation across the country, revealing who is funding what and where new opportunities lie.
Clear and Actionable Insights
Track giving flows, spot gaps and overlaps, and benchmark your organization against peers across size, mission, and geography.
Who It’s For
Funders: Discover new grantees, identify funding gaps, and coordinate with peers to maximize impact.
Nonprofits: Showcase your work, connect with funders, and access every grant given to New Jersey nonprofits.
Researchers, Policymakers & Media: Gain clear, comprehensive insights into New Jersey’s philanthropic sector.
Join the Hub!
Sponsor Acknowledgement
CNJG and the New Jersey Center for Nonprofits sincerely thank the following organizations for their crucial support of the NJ Philanthropy Hub that enables us to offer this for free for all nonprofits and funders in New Jersey through October 2028: The Campbell's Company, Community Foundation of New Jersey, Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, F.M. Kirby Foundation, Grunin Foundation, Princeton Area Community Foundation, PSEG Foundation, and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
Join the Council of New Jersey Grantmakers -- your New Jersey-based community of practice for funders!
CNJG supports the philanthropic sector through shared learning, collaborative and trusting relationships, thought leadership, and advocacy efforts. By joining CNJG as a member, your grantmaking organization is connected to dozens of other organizations across the state that give out grants, and you support the work that, in turn, benefits you and New Jersey’s philanthropic sector.
Nonprofits: We recommend you joining the New Jersey Center for Nonprofits, as nonprofit organizations who do not have a grantmaking program are ineligible to join CNJG.
Nonprofit funder GreenLight Fund Greater Newark today announced a $1.2M investment to address housing and food insecurity by bringing the two innovative engagement models of Housing Connector and Food Connect to Greater Newark. Over the next four years, Housing Connector and Food Connect have established goals to house 3,400 and serve 55,000 Greater Newark residents, respectively.
“Newark has made great strides in addressing housing instability and food insecurity. Yet we heard from the community about the significant need to facilitate opportunity for all residents and households to secure shelter and affordable, healthy meals,” said GreenLight Fund Greater Newark Executive Director Tish Johnson-Jones, JD. “As we look ahead to National Homelessness & Food Insecurity Awareness Month in November, GreenLight Fund Greater Newark is proud to announce a simultaneous investment in two proven, innovative models that address the interconnected barriers of food and housing insecurity, Housing Connector and Food Connect. By harnessing technology and working within the community to provide targeted support, Housing Connector and Food Connect will help house and provide quality, healthy food for more residents and their families in Newark.”
Housing Connector is a national technology-powered nonprofit that increases access to housing for individuals most in need, with a goal to house 3,400 Greater Newark residents. Through real-estate website and app Zillow, Housing Connector will collaborate with local organizations fighting housing insecurity, in addition to property owners and residents, creating a streamlined, effective housing search where all parties have successful outcomes.
Catalyzing New Jersey Communities: Building Local Coalitions
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Location: The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center
10 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Join over 125 of your fellow CJNG members and special guests for a day to celebrate the end of the calendar year, connect with colleagues, and explore this year's theme: Catalyzing New Jersey Communities: Building Local Coalitions. We will celebrate our collective impact, share stories of success, learn from one another’s experiences, and collectively envision a more connected, resilient, and equitable future for New Jersey. The Annual Meeting & Holiday Gathering includes a panel discussion that will explore the profound and tangible ways that philanthropy can move beyond traditional grantmaking to become powerful coalition builders for lasting change.
During the luncheon, we will convene our annual business meeting to elect new trustees, recognize new CNJG members, and report on our activities for the year. There will be time to connect and collaborate with colleagues and friends, old and new.
The day kicks off with a New Member Orientation for any new CNJG members or new staff of existing members to learn more about CNJG’s many offerings. Separate registration is required.
Prior to the Annual Meeting, CNJG will offer a deeper dive into the Impala platform that will launch in New Jersey for all grantmakers and all nonprofits. During this workshop, we will showcase the Impala for Grantmakers product which can help you:
- Conduct due diligence for potential and returning grantees
- Find nonprofits that you might not yet know
- Find who else is funding in a particular geographic or topical area
- Find which nonprofits are working in a particular geographic or topical area
- Find connections to other funders
- Communicate to potential applicants what your funding criteria is
| Agenda | |
| 9:00 am – 12:00 noon | Registration, Networking, Continental Breakfast and Coffee |
| 10:00 am – 11:30 am | Workshop |
| 12:00 noon – 12:45 pm | CNJG Annual Meeting of Members |
| 12:45 pm – 1:30 pm | Lunch and Networking |
| 1:30 pm - 2:20 pm | Panel followed by Q & A |
| 2:20 pm – 2:35 pm | Meeting adjourns |
| 2:35 pm – 3:00 pm | Networking |
Foundations face a dual challenge: stewarding capital responsibly while navigating increasingly complex financial markets. In this interactive fireside chat with Highland Consulting Associates: Joel Baker and Gaurav Patankar, the Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) practice across the country will be explored, highlighting how committees can strengthen fiduciary leadership, sharpen their investment lens, and prepare for the future.
Cost: Free for CNJG Members; $75 for Non Member Grantmakers (includes full breakfast)
Joel Baker, CFA, Consultant, joined Highland Consulting Associates, Inc. in 2004. He has 25 years of experience working with a variety of for profit and nonprofit clients. Over the past few years, Joel has developed a specialty focus in the area of ESG and impact investments. He is responsible for assisting Highland's nonprofit clients as they develop and implement ESG and impact investment objectives. He frequently attends and speaks at industry conferences (Instructional Investor, P&I, AIMSE) where he discusses specific asset classes, portfolio risk management, governance, and manager due diligence.
Gaurav Patankar has invested and allocated capital globally across public and private markets in his 25-year investment career. He is the Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer at Mission1 Investments LLC, a family office based in NY. In a non-executive capacity, Gaurav serves as a Senior Advisor at the World Bank group focused on strategic initiatives across emerging markets, as the Vice Chairman of Shriram Asset Management Company, the Co-founder and board member at Niyogin Fintech Limited, Member of the Board of Advisors at Stanford University-SLTI and as an Investment Committee Member at the University at Buffalo Foundation, Inc. In his prior career, Gaurav served in positions of increasing responsibility from analyst to CIO at top investment firms including Citi, Millennium Management, BNY Mellon, Lockheed Martin and Bloomberg.
Provident Bank, a leading New Jersey-based financial institution, announced today that it has awarded $63,000 in grants to eight local non-profit organizations through its Community Partnership Program. The funding supports organizations dedicated to community development, economic empowerment, financial literacy and education, and housing and homeownership in low- and moderate-income communities across New Jersey.
The Community Partnership Program reflects Provident Bank’s longstanding commitment to collaborating with non-profit organizations to holistically support the communities within its footprint and promote long-term economic prosperity.