by Our Future First | Jul 8, 2020 | Events, News
We all agree that we need change in our society, but we cannot create change as individuals until we listen and build as a community. This conversation is designed to do that, but with a specific focus on our young adults. What does that mean? It means that this event...
by Our Future First | Jun 1, 2020 | Blog, News
When COVID19 hit, we weren’t sure what to do as an organization. We knew that we needed to help and support our community, but we weren’t sure about the best way to help. After a few weeks after the schools shut down, we started to receive messages from community...
by Our Future First | Feb 15, 2020 | Events, News
Almost 40% of people experiencing homelessness in the United States are under 18. One item they commonly request in homeless shelters is a pair of jeans. Why? Jeans are comfortable in any season and can be worn multiple times between washes. Plus, for a teenager...
by Our Future First | Feb 1, 2020 | Events, News
We are proud to partner with Building One America & When We All Vote in their efforts to elevate the voices of the voiceless in New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District. This event is a NON-PARTISAN leadership training focused on voter engagement and...
by Our Future First | Jan 24, 2020 | Events, News
Join us for our 3-part meeting series, Community Building Coalition! Each meeting is geared to meet the needs of three distinct demographics in our community to discuss how we can work together to create systemic and cultural change in our community. The goal is for...
by Our Future First | Jan 2, 2020 | Blog, News
It was early November when we started receiving messages and emails from community members informing us that Toys for Tots was not operating within our county, Cumberland County, this holiday season. Knowing the impact that that program has for kids and knowing what...