Michael Sloan – The Westfield Foundation

A Strong Partnership for Empowerment and Renewal

Posted on November 7, 2024 (November 11, 2024)

The Westfield Foundation is proud to share a longstanding partnership with the YWCA of Union County—a partnership rooted in mutual commitment to community renewal, support, and empowerment. Over the years, The Westfield Foundation has joined forces with the YWCA to help drive impactful programming and support for vulnerable populations, particularly survivors of domestic violence. Since […]

Meet Your Community Grant Maker

Posted on September 24, 2024 (October 10, 2024)

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The Westfield Foundation Announces Q3 2024 Grantees: Advancing Inclusivity, Mental Health, and Senior Care

Posted on September 23, 2024 (October 9, 2024)

The Westfield Foundation is proud to announce the allocation of $52,000 in Q3 grants, raising its total year-to-date funding to $278,000. This quarter’s grants reflect the Foundation’s ongoing dedication to improving community well-being, focusing on inclusivity, accessibility, mental health support, and elder care. “Our goal is to support all segments of our Community,” said Katie […]

The Westfield Foundation Continues Sponsoring Inclusivity and Accessibility Through Camp RISE

Posted on August 28, 2024 (September 10, 2024)

The Westfield Foundation is deeply committed to fostering inclusivity and accessibility in youth programs. As a proud supporter of Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCYMCA), particularly in the Plainfield community, through a recent quarterly grant, the Foundation supported opportunities for local youth through after-school and summer camp initiatives like Camp RISE. Camp RISE is a shining […]

The Westfield Foundation Partners For Success With Literacy NJ

Posted on August 1, 2024 (August 14, 2024)

The Westfield Foundation is proud to partner with Literacy New Jersey (Literacy NJ) to provide essential literacy and GED instruction to adults in Westfield and Union County. With the Foundation’s support, Literacy NJ covers the cost of each student’s GED exam. Last year, over 150 students participated in Literacy NJ’s GED preparation courses, receiving 4,648 […]

Cooking Up Careers: Empowering Individuals with Disabilities Through Culinary Training

Posted on July 10, 2024

Despite a rising trend, employment rates for individuals with disabilities remain significantly lower than those for people without disabilities. Addressing this disparity, a recent grant from The Westfield Foundation will help create an ADA-compliant kitchen to train individuals with disabilities in culinary and hospitality skills. This upgraded facility will ensure accessibility for all students and […]

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