Englewood
New Jersey
The Community Chest
About Us:
In the more than 80 years since our formation, The Community Chest has worked vigorously towards the advancement of our neighbors. Each year we raise funds and allocate them to agencies that have demonstrated the capacity to provide services to local citizens in the Englewood, Tenafly and Englewood Cliffs area.
History:
The origin of the Community Chest of Englewood, in the depths of our country’s worst depression, set the tone for what followed. In the early 1930's, Englewood, along with the rest of the nation, was confronted with business bankruptcies, widespread unemployment, foreclosures and homelessness. Local agencies such as the Englewood Hospital, the Salvation Army, the Social Service Federation and a Citizens’ Employment Committee were overwhelmed by the demand for their services and the difficulty of raising adequate funds. The City’s leading citizens, in essence, determined that Englewood would take a stab at looking after its own people.
On June 3, 1932, a committee appointed by Mayor Cornelius, P. Kitchel for this purpose reported to him “what we believe to be a very spontaneous and widespread public demand for a community chest in Englewood.” The committee determined that because of Englewood’s well-known community spirit and the large number of residents with the ability and willingness to serve, a Community Chest money raising campaign would be successful.
Upcoming Events at The Community Chest
Recent News
The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Announces 2024 Request for Proposals
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County announces its 2024 Request for Proposals (RFP) for grants. This year, The Community Chest's grantmaking process focuses on this set of priorities identified by our colleagues…
Read More »The Community Chest's Fourth Golf Outing to Raise Funds for Nonprofits Responding to Increased Need in the Area
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County holds its fourth annual Golf Outing at one of New Jersey's finest golf courses, Edgewood Country Club. Golfers may join as individuals or as a foursome. For nearly a…
Read More »Celebrate 'Connecting Neighbors' at The Community Chest's Gala
Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County holds its annual spring gala, Connecting Neighbors. Producer and director Harry Martin, an Emmy Award-winning TV journalist and an anchor of newscasts at three leading…
Read More »The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Will Celebrate International Women’s Day With 'Girls Night Out' During Women's History Month
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County will celebrate International Women’s Day with 'Girls Night Out', an evening of fun and fundraising, to support women's health, empowerment and economic independence. The…
Read More »Celebrate the New Year With Winter Games Night at The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County
Educator Joe Armental to be Honored Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- Join The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County for an evening of fun at Winter Games Night. This festive winter event will be held at the Englewood Field Club from 6:30 p.m. to…
Read More »Assemblywoman Shavonda E. Sumter to be Keynote Speaker at The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's Summit on Combating the Loneliness Epidemic
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County will hold the “Summit on Combating the Loneliness Epidemic” on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Fairleigh Dickinson University in the Student Union Building, located…
Read More »The Community Chest Accepting Applications for Seventh Annual High School Young Women's Leadership Awards
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County is accepting applications for its seventh annual High School Young Women's Leadership Awards. This year, three awards will be given to outstanding students identifying as…
Read More »Fashionistas Celebrated The Community Chest’s Young Women's Leadership Program’s Sixth Anniversary in Fashion Show at Max Mara
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's (The Chest) Young Women's Leadership Program celebrated its sixth anniversary with a fashion show at Max Mara. Fashionistas attended and explored Max Mara's 2023 fall and…
Read More »Supporters and Volunteers Celebrate at The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's Donor Appreciation Event
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County celebrated the contributions of donors and volunteers at the Donor Appreciation Event held at the Bergen Performing Arts Center’s Performing Arts School in Englewood.…
Read More »The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Opens Annual Campaign to Support Nonprofit Agencies Delivering Critical Services to Neighbors in Need
The Community Chest Opens Annual Campaign to Support Nonprofit Agencies Delivering Critical Services to Neighbors in Need Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's 2023-2024 Annual Campaign is underway. The…
Read More »The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Launches Connections Initiative to Address the Mental Health Crisis of Social Isolation
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek H. Murthy, declared loneliness as the greatest public health issue of our time, resulting in serious health conditions among those who are isolated and lonely. According to the Surgeon…
Read More »Max Horbund Art Exhibition to Benefit The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- Bergen County artist Max Horbund will display his work in an exhibition, Expressions, at the Englewood Framing Gallery. A portion of the proceeds of the sale of Horbund’s art will benefit The Community Chest of…
Read More »The Community Chest to Shine Light on Preparing for College and Financial Literacy in a Workshop for High School Students
Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey - High school students can get a head start on planning for college and their financial knowledge in The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County-Young Women’s Leadership Program’s ‘College…
Read More »Get Ready for Fall at The Community Chest's Young Women Leadership Program's Fashion Show at Max Mara
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's (The Chest) Young Women's Leadership Program celebrates its sixth anniversary with a fashion show at Max Mara. Fashionistas are invited to attend and explore Max Mara's 2023…
Read More »The Community Chest's Third Golf Outing Draws Nearly 100 People to Raise Funds to Support Grants to Nonprofits Responding to Need
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County held its third annual Golf Outing on Monday, July 10 at Edgewood Country Club in River Vale, New Jersey. On a bright, sunny day, nearly 100 golfers attended to raise funds for…
Read More »The Community Chest Awards Grants Totaling $124,950 to Nonprofits Responding to Increased Need in the Area
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County awarded 24 grants, totaling $124,950, to nonprofit agencies responding to increased need in the community. Founded in 1933 during the Great Depression, The Community Chest, a…
Read More »The Community Chest's 90th Anniversary Gala Raises Record Amount to Help Neighbors in Need in Bergen County
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County raised a record of nearly $200,000 at the Annual Spring Gala held at Montammy Golf Club in Alpine, New Jersey on April 26. These funds, almost double the amount raised at the…
Read More »The Community Chest's Third Golf Outing to Raise Funds for Nonprofits Responding to Increased Need in Area
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County holds its third Golf Outing at one of New Jersey's finest golf courses, Edgewood Country Club. Golfers may join as individuals or as a foursome. For nearly a century, The…
Read More »The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Honors Exceptional Young Women with Sixth Annual Leadership Awards
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County announces the recipients of its sixth annual High School Young Women's Leadership Program's awards. The recipients were announced and presented with their honors at the 2023…
Read More »The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Announces 2023 Request for Proposals
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County (The Chest) announces its 2023 Request for Proposals (RFP) for grants. This year, The Chest's grant making process focuses on a new set of priorities identified by our…
Read More »Celebrate The Community Chest's Milestone Anniversary, 'Cheers to 90 Years', Gala on April 26, 2023
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County toasts and honors in person our neighbors and volunteers' contributions at its annual gala, Cheers to 90 Years. The Chest, a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization serving eastern…
Read More »Veolia Awards Grant to The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County for Bound for Success High School SAT Prep Program
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County has been awarded a grant of $27,700 from Veolia to support the new SAT preparation program, Bound for Success. The program, a partnership with The Community Chest, Dwight…
Read More »The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's 90th Anniversary Celebration to Present 'Girls Night Out For The Girls' During Women's History Month
Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County holds its second 90th anniversary celebration event with 'Girls Night Out For The Girls', an evening of fun and fundraising to support women's health, empowerment and…
Read More »ConnectOne Bank Awards The Community Chest a Grant for Professional Development Series
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County announces the organization received a grant of $2,500 from ConnectOne Bank. The grant provides partial support for The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's Professional…
Read More »The Community Chest Made the Holidays Brighter for Children and Families
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County made the holidays brighter for children and families in Bergen County. During the holiday season, The Community Chest rallied its supporters to donate new winter coats for…
Read More »For nearly 90 years, The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County has Led the Way Identifying and Responding to Needs in the Community
For nearly 90 years, The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County has led the way identifying and responding to needs in the community. When Dwight Morrow High School student Samma Faragalla, a recipient of a Community Chest 2022 Young Women's…
Read More »The Community Chest Opens Annual Campaign to Support Nonprofit Agencies Delivering Critical Care Services to Our Neighbors in Need
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's 2022-2023 Annual Campaign is underway. The campaign raises funds to provide grants to nonprofit agencies responding to rising need for critical services that are outpacing…
Read More »The Community Chest Accepting Applications for Sixth High School Young Women's Leadership Awards
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County is accepting applications for its sixth annual High School Young Women's Leadership Awards. This year, three awards will be given to outstanding students identifying as…
Read More »The Community Chest Awards Grants Totaling $115,000 to Nonprofits Experiencing Increased Need in the Area
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County awarded 21 grants, totaling $115,000, to nonprofit agencies responding to increased need in the community from COVID-19 and the impact of Hurricane Ida. Founded in 1933, The…
Read More »The Community Chest Presents 'A Journalist's Perspective' With TV News Reporter Jen Maxfield
Englewood, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County (The Chest) presents 'A Journalist's Perspective' with TV news reporter Jen Maxfield. The public is invited to hear the Emmy-Award winning journalist and substitute anchor with NBC New…
Read More »The Community Chest to Kick Off 90th Anniversary with Let's Make Some Magic For Those in Need in Our Community
Englewood, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County (The Chest) kicks off its 90th anniversary with Let's Make Some Magic, a festive celebration to help our neighbors in need in the community. Spend a memorable evening with one of the top…
Read More »The Community Chest to Shine Light on Financial Literacy and Financial Aid in Seminar for High School Students
Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey-- High school juniors and seniors can get a head start on their financial knowledge in The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's Young Women's Leadership program's 'Financial Literacy and College Financial Aid'…
Read More »Racial Justice Video Project Calls High School Students to Submit Their Art for "A Gallery of Stories of Your Racial Discovery"
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's Racial Justice Liberty Project announces a call for high school students to submit a one to two minute video about the theme "A Gallery of Stories of Your Racial Discovery".…
Read More »Rotary Club Awards Grant to The Community Chest to Provide Mental Health Services for Teenagers
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County announces The Rotary Club of Englewood awarded the nonprofit organization a grant of $1,500. The grant will be used to support mental health services for teenagers. Founded in…
Read More »Chefs From the Clergy to Compete in Cook-Off for Healthy Eating
Englewood, NJ -- Cheer on your favorite local celebrity clergical chef at the Partnership for Healthy Eating's Neighbors Helping Neighbors Eat Healthy's 'Cook-Off for Healthy Eating'. The competition takes place at St. Paul's Church. The cook-off,…
Read More »Get Fresh Produce in The Community Chest's 'Neighbors Helping Neighbors Eat Healthy' Campaign
Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County wants neighbors in the region to eat healthy, be healthy and stay healthy. In conjunction with the Partnership for Healthy Eating, The Chest is launching The 'Neighbors Helping…
Read More »The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's Board of Managers Names New President
Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County announces Franci Steinberg has been named president of the Board of Managers. Steinberg, who previously served as vice president, has been an active member of The Chest's Board of…
Read More »The Community Chest Raises $148,000 at Golf Outing and Gala
Summary: The funds will provide grants to nonprofits responding to increased need for services to our neighbors experiencing hardships. Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey -- The Community Chest, a nonprofit organization serving eastern Bergen County…
Read More »The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Honors Exceptional Young Women With Leadership Awards
Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County announces the recipients of its fifth annual High School Young Women's Leadership Awards Program. The recipients were announced and presented with their honors at the 2022 Young…
Read More »The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Announces the Passing of President Barbara Strauss
Bergen County, NJ -- With deep sadness, The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County announces the passing of Barbara Strauss, president of the Board of Managers. Strauss, a resident of Englewood Cliffs, was an active member of the Board of Managers…
Read More »The Community Chest to Honor Valley Bank, Trustee Amie AbuRustum, and Community Service Awardee Jing Li at Gala
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County holds its annual spring gala, Help Us Fill The Community Chest. Producer and director Harry Martin, an Emmy Award-winning TV journalist and an anchor of newscasts at three…
Read More »The Community Chest Names Vicki Sidrow Associate Executive Director
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- The Community Chest of Bergen County (The Chest) announces Vicki Sidrow has been named Associate Executive Director. Sidrow will assist the executive director with administrative, programming and development activities. …
Read More »Businesses Step Up to Support The Community Chest's Young Women's Leadership Program
Eastern Bergen County, NJ -- This spring, the business community in northern New Jersey stepped up to support The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County's Young Women's Leadership (YWL) Program. Founded in 2017, the YWL Program expanded its…
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