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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Westfield Volunteer Darielle Walsh Honored With Tree at Foundation Park
WESTFIELD, NJ — The Westfield Foundation honored town resident and longtime volunteer Darielle Walsh with a tree dedication at Foundation Park on Friday, June 14. Walsh has been an active member of the Westfield community for more 40 years. She has been a member of the Westfield Town Council. She spent nine years serving on […]
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Family Promise of Union County and The Westfield Foundation: Partnering on Compassionate Housing Solutions
Family Promise (FPUC), serving Union County for over 30 years, has significantly adapted since the 2020 pandemic to support families experiencing homelessness. In addition to diversion and prevention programs, FPUC is currently operating five emergency shelter apartments, providing basic accommodations to family units of four to six people. A recent grant from The Westfield Foundation […]
Westfield Foundation Awards Over $150K in Grants to Community Programs
The Westfield Foundation is proud to announce that at their recent Board meeting, the Trustees awarded over $150,000 in grants, a historic high in both the number of applicants and the total dollar amount requested. These grants showcase the Westfield Foundation’s steadfast dedication to nurturing a dynamic, supportive, and inclusive community. Through funding a wide […]
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The Westfield Foundation Honors Distinguished Service of Outgoing Presidents and Trustee and Welcomes 3 Board Members
WESTFIELD, 5/14/2024 – At their recent Board meeting, The Westfield Foundation proudly acknowledged the exceptional service of two past Presidents, Larry Darrow and Corey Wu-Jung, as well as Trustee John Schmidt, whose terms have come to an end. Under the visionary leadership of Corey Wu-Jung and Larry Darrow, The Westfield Foundation has achieved remarkable strides […]
Organizations Invited to Apply for Summer Youth Employment Grant
The Westfield Foundation, through the generous support from the E. Alfred and Mary D. Herberich Fund, will once again finance a program for summer employment of area students by non-profit or civic organizations. The Foundation Trustees have allocated funding for up to 10 positions, at $1,500 per position. Organizations are invited to submit a letter […]
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