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Est.

1997

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

New Jersey SHARES Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofit initiatives within New Jersey. With a total of $1.2 million in grants paid in 2021, the organization operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with New Jersey SHARES Inc can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN NEED OF HELP IN MEETING THEIR ENERGY AND UTILITY BURDEN THROUGH ADVOCACY, COMMUNITY OUTREACH, EDUCATION, INFORMATION AND REFERRAL, AND TO CONNECT LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS WITH AVAILABLE RESOURCES TO MEET THEIR ONGOING NEEDS.
Total Funding Given
$1.2M
2021
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$358K
Median 2nd year grant
$158.9K
L
Linda Feger
Board Member
D
Denise Venuti-Free
Board Member
M
Michael Nardo
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NEW JERSEY SHARES INC?
No. NEW JERSEY SHARES INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NEW JERSEY SHARES INC give?
NEW JERSEY SHARES INC primarily gives to organizations located in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are NEW JERSEY SHARES INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NEW JERSEY SHARES INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $358 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NEW JERSEY SHARES INC make each year?
In 2021, NEW JERSEY SHARES INC awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $1.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NEW JERSEY SHARES INC fund recently?
In 2024, NEW JERSEY SHARES INC awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include PUBLIC SERVICE ENTERPRISE GROUP. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NEW JERSEY SHARES INC?
NEW JERSEY SHARES INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.