Programs

In addition to providing grants, FNF works with key partners to design and manage new programs. These programs not only employ the most promising practices like early intervention and teacher collaboration, but also allow for direct and immediate impact on Newark’s teachers and students. FNF programs often serve as pilots that have the potential to be scaled district-wide.

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About Us

The Foundation for Newark's Future is committed to improving educational outcomes for all Newark schoolchildren, ensuring they are college and career-ready by investing in transformative programs that create large-scale change through short-term philanthropy.

We invite you to learn more about our vision, our team and our vision for this remarkable time in Newark.

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Grants

Newark’s young people and the community deserve and demand that funding is invested thoughtfully, in ways that will have impact now and in the future. We value tremendously the support and investment from all of our donors.

FNF is an independent, non-governmental foundation that takes a balanced approach to investing. By supporting and advancing what works, FNF’s goal is to leave Newarkers with system-wide changes that are needed for long-term success.

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About Us

Community Advisory Board

The purpose of the Community Advisory Board (CAB) is to ensure that the Newark community’s voice, history and perspectives are reflected in its work.

Members of FNF’s Community Advisory Board are:

Richard Cammarieri, New Community Corporation

Reverend Joe A. Carter, New Hope Baptist Church

William Colón, Latino Institute

Joseph Della Fave, Ironbound Community Development Corporation

Vivian Cox Fraser, Urban League of Essex County

Shané Harris - Prudential Foundation

Dr. Robert L. Johnson, New Jersey Medical School (Chair)

Father Edwin Leahy, St. Benedict’s Preparatory School

Beverly Lynn, Programs for Parents

Tia Morris, Newark Public Schools

Trish Morris-Yamba, Newark Day Center

Anzella K. Nelms, Newark Public Schools (ret.)

Raymond Ocasio, La Casa de Don Pedro

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  • Key Priorities
    We strive to improve educational outcomes for all Newark schoolchildren by investing in what works. What are our priorities?
  • Our Team
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    Meet the members of our small but dedicated team.