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Honoring a Legacy of Leadership: Bob Guarasci Named 2025 Recipient of Prestigious State Award

September 18, 2025

Honoring a Legacy of Leadership: Bob Guarasci Named 2025 Recipient of Prestigious State Award

NJCDC’s Founder & CEO joins the Housing and Economic Development Hall of Fame

Carrying the Torch of Service: NJCDC’s AmeriCorps Graduation 2025

August 28, 2025

Carrying the Torch of Service: NJCDC’s AmeriCorps Graduation 2025

Commemorating a Year of Service in Paterson

Paterson Family Center Preschool: A Second Home for Paterson’s Littlest Learners – and Their Families

August 14, 2025

Paterson Family Center Preschool: A Second Home for Paterson’s Littlest Learners – and Their Families

A closer look at the people and moments that make our PFC truly special

Full Circle and Forward: Lexie Castillo’s Journey from Student to Mentor with NJCDC

July 23, 2025

Full Circle and Forward: Lexie Castillo’s Journey from Student to Mentor with NJCDC

Support turned into service for this remarkable future leader

A New School Year, A New Chapter for Paterson’s Scholars and Leaders

September 12, 2025

A New School Year, A New Chapter for Paterson’s Scholars and Leaders

NJCDC schools and programs welcome students and families back to classrooms and communities

Remembering Congressman Bill Pascrell: A Lifelong Champion for Paterson and NJCDC

August 21, 2025

Remembering Congressman Bill Pascrell: A Lifelong Champion for Paterson and NJCDC

One year after his passing, we honor the legacy of a leader whose love for Paterson — and commitment to our youth and families — continues to inspire us every day

Paterson Students Head to College with Hope, Scholarships, and Support

August 7, 2025

Paterson Students Head to College with Hope, Scholarships, and Support

How our College Sendoff became a launching pad for the next generation of Paterson leaders

Building Together, Playing Together: How NJCDC’s Parks, Playgrounds, and Gardens Are Helping Paterson Flourish

July 18, 2025

Building Together, Playing Together: How NJCDC’s Parks, Playgrounds, and Gardens Are Helping Paterson Flourish

Creating spaces where community takes root

Paterson Residents Shine at Summer 2025 Minigrants Showcase

September 5, 2025

Paterson Residents Shine at Summer 2025 Minigrants Showcase

Celebrating a season of creativity, culture, and community pride

Celebrate at NJCDC’s 31st Anniversary Gala on October 23

August 19, 2025

Celebrate at NJCDC’s 31st Anniversary Gala on October 23

Register now!

“A Village for Us”: How Our Great Falls Youth Center Transformed Life for Irene and Her Son Dakori

July 31, 2025

“A Village for Us”: How Our Great Falls Youth Center Transformed Life for Irene and Her Son Dakori

A Paterson mom found peace of mind — and her son found community and confidence

Breaking Barriers: How NJCDC is Expanding Access to Mental Health Care for Communities of Color

July 11, 2025

Breaking Barriers: How NJCDC is Expanding Access to Mental Health Care for Communities of Color

Building a More Equitable Future — One Conversation at a Time

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