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When our community faces challenges, we don’t stand on the sidelines — we step up.

There are many ways to get involved with United Way of Greater Newark. Whether you give, volunteer, or attend an event, your support helps strengthen Essex and Hudson counties and ensures ALICE families don’t fall deeper into hardship during times of crisis.

Together, we mobilize resources, convene partners, and drive solutions that build a more resilient community for all.

GET INVOLVED

When our community faces challenges, we don’t stand on the sidelines — we step up.

There are many ways to get involved with United Way of Greater Newark. Whether you give, volunteer, or attend an event, your support helps strengthen Essex and Hudson counties and ensures ALICE families don’t fall deeper into hardship during times of crisis.

Together, we mobilize resources, convene partners, and drive solutions that build a more resilient community for all.

BUILDING PATHWAYS TO STABILITY

Your gift powers rapid response, long-term recovery, and systems-level change across Essex and Hudson counties. When you give to United Way of Greater Newark, you’re investing in coordinated leadership that keeps families stable and communities strong.

Support our mission

Make a direct impact today.

Your contribution supports disaster response, food security initiatives, and critical community-led solutions that help ALICE households stay afloat during challenging times.

Double Your Donation

Many employers match charitable contributions — which means your gift could go twice as far. Check with your company to see if your donation to UWGN qualifies for a match.

Workplace Giving​

Partner with us through your employer’s workplace campaign. Workplace giving is an easy, meaningful way to support local families year-round and be part of a collective effort to strengthen our region.

Other Ways to Get Involved

There are a multitude of year-round ways to get involved with UWGN, from individual employees to company-wide initiatives.

Board Membership

Volunteerism

Affinity Group Membership & Leadership

Tocqueville Society, Women United, YPN

Foundation or Corporate Gift

Signature Event Sponsorship:

Women’s Leadership Breakfast, Celebrity Read

Elevate UWGN to internal and
external partners

Employee Engagement Campaign

Start a Conversation Today!

UWGN relationship managers partner with your company to design customized philanthropic and employee engagement opportunities that align with your business and social responsibility goals. Whether you’re looking to support our city or deepen company-wide engagement, we’re here to help. To start the conversation, contact Aniyah Borges at:

borges@uwnewark.org

Engagement Networks

Connect with like-minded leaders who are committed to making a difference.

Leadership Giving

Join a network of community leaders whose generous investments help drive transformational impact across our region.

Women United

A powerful network of women committed to advancing equity, opportunity, and economic stability for families in Essex and Hudson counties.

Young Professionals

Emerging leaders dedicated to service, networking, and creating meaningful change in their community.

Tocqueville Society

An esteemed group of philanthropists who demonstrate extraordinary commitment to strengthening our community through significant annual leadership gifts.

VOLUNTEER

When we mobilize, change happens.

United Way of Greater Newark connects individuals and corporate partners to meaningful volunteer opportunities that support community resilience efforts across Essex and Hudson counties. Whether responding to urgent needs or supporting long-term initiatives, volunteers play a vital role in showing up for our neighbors.

Ready to make an impact? Complete our volunteer interest form to learn about upcoming opportunities and ways to get involved.

EVENTS

Our events bring together community leaders, partners, and supporters to celebrate impact, mobilize resources, and advance solutions for families across Essex and Hudson counties.

Upcoming Events

Join us at an upcoming event and be part of the movement to build a stronger, more resilient community.

Women’s Leadership Breakfast

Join Our Movement

When one of us struggles, we all struggle. But when we unite to help, we all rise together. Choose your path to make a difference today:

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