| Special State Project ~ 2022-2024 |
The Emmanuel Cancer Foundation (ECF)
The Emmanuel Cancer Foundation (ECF) provides New Jersey families facing the crisis of pediatric cancer a place to turn for comfort and support through professional in-home counseling and a uniquely tailored package of assistance – all free-of-charge.
Each year, ECF helps hundreds of families in New Jersey with a free package of support services. They assist any New Jersey family with a child who has cancer ages 0-18, regardless of race, creed, socioeconomic status, or any other demographic restriction. They continue helping the families for as long as they need it, whether it be one month or 10 years. There are no applications, forms, or other red tape for a family to deal with – they strive to make the delivery of services as quick and seamless as possible.
To date, ECF has assisted over 2000 families.
ECF Services
In-Home Counseling
They provide professional counseling, emotional support and advocacy assistance free for the entire family.
Material Assistance
Through four Regional Centers, they work with volunteers to collect and distribute groceries, toys, clothing, household items, and birthday and holiday gifts.
Emergency Financial Aid
Emergency financial assistance can help families with urgent needs such as paying rent, utility, phone and insurance bills.
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| Special State Project ~ 2020-2022 |
Operation Chillout
"No Borders, No Boundaries"
OPERATION CHILLOUT is New Jersey’s oldest (and only) all-volunteer mobile outreach for homeless veterans, men and women, on mission since December 21, 2000. Its motto is “no borders-no boundaries.” Its mission is to respond to the crisis of homelessness with direct compassionate actions.
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| Special State Project ~ 2018-2020 |
COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN
(CASA OF NEW JERSEY), INC.
CASA of NJ provides a voice for abused and neglected children by empowering a statewide network of local CASA programs serving all 21 counties of NJ. Dedicated community volunteers advocate in Family Court for the best interests of children in foster care to ensure their safety and well-being, and ultimately, their placement in nurturing, permanent homes with loving families.
QUICK FACTS ABOUT CASA
- CASA of NJ is a STATEWIDE organization serving children and youth in all 21 counties;
- Nearly 1,900 volunteer child advocates served 3,866 children in foster care this past year;
- Children served by a CASA volunteer while in foster care are placed in permanent homes faster than children without a CASA volunteer;
- Volunteers’ donated services to children are currently valued at over $5 million per year;
- CASA services to children save the State of NJ and taxpayers over $7 million per year;
- CASA programs must rely on donations for more than 50% of their budgets each year;
- CASA is unique – it is the only non-profit organization approved by state statute to advocate for children in Family Court; and
- CASA staff and advocates are available statewide to provide presentations to Women’s Clubs.
Court Appointed Special Advocates of New Jersey
77 Church Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
609-695-9400
www.casaofnj.org
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| Special State Project ~ 2016-2018 |
Prevent Child Abuse New Jersey
Prevent Child Abuse – NJ is the New Jersey Chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America, a network of chapters in all 50 states. Our mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect, in all forms, for all New Jersey children. Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey is the only statewide non-profit dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect in all forms, for all New Jersey children.
103 Church Street, Suite 210
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
1-800-CHILDREN
www.preventchildabusenj.org
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| Special State Project ~ 2014-2016 |
The National Alliance on Mental Illness NJ
(NAMI NJ)
NAMI Bergen County is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals who suffer from serious mental illnesses and their families. They work in coalition with the NAMI national organization, and NAMI NJ, its state affiliate.
Its mission is accomplished through support, education and advocacy activities on the national, state and local levels. On the state and local levels, they seek to partner with existing programs and agencies to help its community of families receive maximum benefit from services available.
www.namibergen.com
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| Special State Project ~ 2012-2014 |
Family Promise
Is a national organization dedicated to helping homeless and low-income families achieve financial independence. Founded here in New Jersey, in 1988, it assists about 50,000 people annually; more than half of those served are children.
They operate more than 180 affiliates in 41 states, including 15 New Jersey vounties.
www.familypromise.org
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| Special State Project ~ 2010 - 2012 |
Gilda's Club
The mission of Gilda’s Club is to create welcoming communities of free support for everyone living with cancer - men, women, teens and children - along with their families and friends. Its innovative program is an essential complement to medical care, providing networking and support groups, workshops, education and social activities.
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| Special State Project ~ 2008-2010 |
Autism New Jersey
Autism New Jersey (formerly COSAC) has been chosen for the 2008-2010 Special State Project of the NJSFWC! Projects and fund raisers to benefit COSAC will be organized during this two year period. Throughout this time, a variety of outreach projects are planned.
The Woman’s Club of Rutherford held a Yard sale in September and raised $100 for the State Project. In November, the club held a Clothing Drive for Autism Awareness and raised over $200. In December, we held a Winter Party for the families of children on the Autism Spectrum.
In April, the club held a Southern Living Party and raised $500+ for Autism NJ. Also in April, we held an Easter Egg Hunt for Children with Autism. It was a wonderful event.
On July 23rd, the Woman’s Club of Rutherford (WCR) and the Junior Woman's Club of Rutherford (JWCR) held a Jewels by Park Lane fundraiser to benefit their State Projects: Autism NJ and Foster & Adoptive Family Services (FAFS). Each organization raised $285 for their State Project.
Autism New Jersey (formerly "COSAC") works to help improve the lives of individuals with autism, and provide their families with compassionate support. In New Jersey, 1 in every 94 children is diagnosed with Autism.
FAFS supports the more than 11,000 children in foster care in New Jersey. It also provides contracted services to the more than 5,600 families who care for these children.
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~ Understanding Autism ~
IMAGINE waking up in a world where you have no way of communicating with the people
around you. How would you express that you’re scared, tired, hurt, hungry or need help?
· 1 in 94 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in NJ.
· This year more children will be diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder than with AIDS, diabetes and cancer combined.
· Caring for and meeting the needs of an individual with autism spectrum disorder can cost as much as $3.2 million during a lifetime. Medical costs and behavioral therapies can cost more than $29,000 per individual per year. Non-medical costs such as special education and child care can cost more than $38,000 per year.
Common Characteristics of Autism
Difficulty with Social Interactions
· Little to no eye contact
· Few initiations to interact with others
Difficulty with Communication
· Delayed development of spoken language
· Difficulty understanding body language and facial expressions
Unusual Behaviors
· Inappropriate laughing or crying
· Repetitive behavior such as hand flapping, rocking or spinning
Autism New Jersey is a non-profit agency providing information, support and advocacy,
family and professional education, and consultation to NJ’s autism community since 1965.
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