Our membership drive continues through April. Now is the time to learn about the work we do supporting nonprofits in Essex County. Please join us, or send an interested friend, for a casual get together and conversation.

When: Wednesday, April 2nd, 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Where: Bacchanal Junction, 558 Arlington Avenue, Bloomfield NJ

Please RSVP here or below.

Impact100 Essex is a growing philanthropic, collective giving group funded by women with roots and/or interest in Essex County. Together, we have granted over one million dollars to more than 45 local nonprofits. Our grants range from $1,000 to $100,000, and include mission-based funding and project-based funding, as well as the underwriting of individual memberships. 
Members participate as little or as much as their time allows and all are welcome at our working, celebratory, learning, volunteer, and social events throughout the year. 

CONNECTIONS & CONVERSATIONS: Leading From Within: Intergenerational & Intercultural Mentorship

Join the Nonprofit Professionals of Color Collective and Impact100 Essex for an inspiring workshop with Paulaska Ramirez, founder of Generation Fearless! Together, we’ll explore the power of mentorship across generations and cultures, uncovering strategies to build meaningful, transformative relationships that foster growth, leadership, and resilience.

Whether you're seeking a mentor, looking to mentor others, or aiming to strengthen your leadership skills, this session is for you! Let’s learn, connect, and lead—together.

Date: Friday, March 28th

Time & Location: 1:00 - 2:30 PM, Virtual (via Zoom)

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

Curious about collective giving? Looking for a way to collaborate with like minded women to fund nonprofits working in our community? Please join us to learn how you too can become a local change-maker, and enjoy a slice of NJ’s best pizza with us at Artie’s in Maplewood.

Register here for details

When: Friday, March 14th, 11:45 am

Where: Artie’s, 15 Newark Way, Maplewood NJ

Please RSVP here or below.

Impact100 Essex is a growing philanthropic, collective giving group funded by women with roots and/or interest in Essex County. Together, we have granted over one million dollars to more than 45 local nonprofits. Our grants range from $1,000 to $100,000, and include mission-based funding and project-based funding, as well as the underwriting of individual memberships. 
Members participate as little or as much as their time allows and all are welcome at our working, celebratory, learning, volunteer, and social events throughout the year. 

CONNECTIONS & CONVERSATIONS: Pathway to Impact Involvement and Leadership: A virtual conversation with current Impact leaders

Join us for an engaging dialogue hosted by members Jee-Hoon Krska and Susan Schear as they introduce current Impact leaders and discuss how and why to be more involved.

Date: Wednesday, March 12

Time & Location: 12:15pm OR 7pm via zoom

You're invited to join us on Wednesday March 12th, for an engaging online session focused on developing the next generation of Impacti00 Essex leaders! Hear firsthand from current and past leaders about their experiences, insights, and lessons learned. This is also a great opportunity to share your ideas, ask questions, and explore ways to get more involved. Whether you're considering a leadership role or simply want to contribute to the future of Impacti00 Essex, this conversation is for you!

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

March 7th is Women@NJPAC's fantastic annual event “A Gathering of Givers.” 

Impact100 Essex is a founding partner of this event. The year's theme is "breaking boundaries" and speakers include our own member Nell Painter.

Learn more and purchase tickets on the NJPAC website at njpac.org/givers.

Our 2025-26 membership drive is in full swing! Curious about collective giving? Looking for a way to collaborate with like minded women to fund nonprofits working in our community? Please join us to learn how you too can become a local change-maker. 

Register HERE. (Zoom link will be provided upon registration.)

Impact100 Essex is a growing philanthropic, collective giving group funded by women with roots and/or interest in Essex County. Together, we have granted over one million dollars to more than 45 local nonprofits. Our grants range from $1,000 to $100,000, and include mission-based funding and project-based funding, as well as the underwriting of individual memberships. 

Members participate as little or as much as their time allows and all are welcome at our working, celebratory, learning, volunteer, and social events throughout the year. 

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

February through April we review applications and decide the recipient of our $100,000 Impact Grant. At the same time, we gear up for our next giving cycle which begins May 1st. 

With that in mind, you are invited to a very special Renew & Recruit event to kick off the effort! Gather friends, family, and colleagues interested in the power of collective giving with Impact100 Essex and join us for a chocolate tasting. 

When: Wednesday February 12, 7-8:30pm 

Where: The Co-Co, 426 Springfield Ave, 2nd Floor, Summit, NJ

Date/Time/Location: Wednesday, January 29th, 6pm at The Book House, 281 Essex S

Please RSVP here. Note: Space is limited and reserved for renewing members with guests interested in joining.

Enjoy time to meet and connect with fellow community-oriented women. This unique tasting experience will be led by Impact100 Essex members Cindy Fleischer, Facilitator, and Heidi Hawkins, Chocolatier. They will guide you on a delectable tasting trip to the lush cacao farms of Ecuador. Enjoy this global experience while focusing on the mindfulness of taste, and the importance of sustainability, connection and the impact we can have together!

You are invited to a Connections & Conversation event! Join us for an evening of learning, connection and dialogue as we explore the challenges faced by ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, yet Employed) households in our community.

Stephanie Hoopes, of United for ALICE, will be in conversation with Impact100 Essex member Tish Johnson-Jones.

Date/Time/Location: Wednesday, January 29th, 6pm at The Book House, 281 Essex Street, Millburn

You are invited to a Connections & Conversation event! Join us via Zoom on Tuesday, November 19th, at 12 noon for a conversation with Impact members Amanda Ebokosia and Tish Johnson-Jones on how Equity Grants have amplified the work of a Newark nonprofit, its staff, and us as an organization.

Members, it’s that time of year! Please join your Impact colleagues for an introduction to our process as we launch our 2024-25 Grant season.

When: Tuesday, September 17th

Where: Verona Park Boathouse, 475 Bloomfield Avenue, Verona, NJ

Time: 6-8pm

If you are new to Impact, or haven’t participated on a review team before, this is a great way to learn how we work. If you are a seasoned member, you are encouraged to come, reacquaint yourself, and meet new members and friends. For everyone, this is a wonderful opportunity to connect with like minded women ready to do the work. 

Members, feel free to bring a friend who might like to learn about our grant making process!

We are pleased to invite nonprofits to a Virtual Equity Grant Information Session on August 9th, 2024, from 5:30-6:30 pm ET via Zoom.

This session will provide valuable insights into our Equity Grant strategy.

During this session we will:

• Provide an Overview of Equity Grants (EG)

• Share EG Purpose and Benefits

• Describe the Application & Review Process

• Answer your questions

Register via this link or by clicking the green button below

Note: We understand that scheduling conflicts may arise, so this session will be recorded and made available for those who cannot attend live.

Please email us at grants@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

We are pleased to invite members to a Virtual Equity Grant Information Session on June 27, 2024, from 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM.

This session will provide valuable insights into our Equity Grant strategy.

During this session we will:

• Provide an Overview of Equity Grants (EG)

• Share EG Purpose and Benefits

• Describe the Application & Review Process

• Answer your questions

Register HERE. (Zoom link will be provided upon registration.)

Note: We understand that scheduling conflicts may arise, so this session will be recorded and made available for those who cannot attend live.

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

Garden Party and Member Welcome
Thursday, June 13th, 6:30-8:30 pm

Updated Location: Member’s backyard in Montclair (not Maplewood) (details provided after RSVP - please register by clicking here or the green button below)

Please consider joining us on June 13 to learn about volunteer opportunities, upcoming grant review schedules, and meet other members and leadership.

You are still welcome and encouraged to bring interested friends!

Join our Meet-and-Greet Event!
Thursday May 30th, 2024 @ 6 PM

Philip’s Academy Charter School
342 Central Ave, Newark

We have granted nearly a million dollars to 40+ local nonprofits in the last seven years.

Come learn more about our giving collaborative.
Please register below to join us!

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

Virtual Visit with the Co-Chairs

Our 2024-25 membership drive is coming to an end. Are you curious about membership? Do you have one more question to ask? Do you have a friend who you’d like to introduce to Impact100 Essex?

Join a virtual conversation with our leadership team and join us for 2024-25!

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

We have granted close to one million dollars to local nonprofits in the last 7 years.

Join us for a slice! in Montclair, and learn more about collective giving, and joining this network of women making an impact here in Essex County.

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

Sign up now for a Connections and Conversation event: Justice & Journalism -- with NJ Spotlight News at 2 Gateway Center, Newark.

Members are invited to join us on Wednesday, April 17th at 4pm for a studio tour and conversation with the managing editor of NJ Spotlight News, John McAlpin, and social justice beat reporter, Taylor Jung. Learn what our local media are doing to elevate the work of social justice warriors in Essex County and what we can we learn from them. Group size is limited to 20.

We have granted close to one million dollars to local nonprofits in the last 7 years.

Join us for Friday Lunch in Maplewood and learn more about collective giving, and joining this network of women making an impact here in Essex County. And enjoy a slice of the best pizza in NJ!

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

On March 8th, International Women’s Day, you are invited to join a remarkable community of women at Women@NJPAC's annual Gathering of Givers.

Impact100 Essex is a founding partner of this event. It's a wonderful occasion that celebrates the women who guide our institutions, lead our state and shape our communities. Tickets are $30. Learn more and register at njpac.org/givers.

Virtual Visit with the Co-Chairs

Whether you are a current member or a prospective one, enjoy this opportunity for an informal discussion with Helen Mazarakis and Sunita Chaudhuri - our Impact100 Essex co-chairs. 

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

Why Join Impact100 Essex?

Open House at a Montclair area member’s home! Thursday Feb. 8th, 2024 @ 7 PM

We have granted nearly a million dollars to 40+ local nonprofits in the last seven years.

Learn more about our giving collaborative. Please register below to join us!

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

Members are invited to a virtual "Connections & Conversations" event with Linda Czipo, President and CEO of the New Jersey Center for Nonprofits, on Monday, September 18th, 7-8 pm via Zoom.

We are excited Linda can join us to discuss trends in the local nonprofit landscape as we begin our work reviewing Equity Grant applications.

Please check your email for the messages sent to all members about this event, for the Zoom link to join this timely conversation!

Members, please save the date and join us to kick off our 2023/2024 grant year at our Grant Launch Party!

When: Tuesday, September 12th

Where: Newark Public Library, 5 Washington St., Newark

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Let's gather, greet and get going! We hope to see you there!!

Garden Party and Member Welcome
Thursday, August 3rd, 6:30-8:30 pm
Location: Member’s backyard in Maplewood (details provided after RSVP - please register by clicking here or the green button below)

Third time’s a charm! After twice canceling our summer member welcome event due to rain, we have come up with a new plan that will allow us to be outside, or inside if necessary. We will gather at a member’s home in Maplewood, rain or shine!

Please consider joining us on August 3 to learn about volunteer opportunities, upcoming grant review, and meet other members and leadership.

You are still welcome and encouraged to bring interested friends! We have extended the deadline for membership with the re-scheduling of this event.

Save-the-date for our next "Connections & Conversations" (C&C) event on Thursday, June 1st at the Newark Museum of Art!

“Seeing America,” NMOA’s American Art collection, has been rehung to reflect diverse narratives including works of the Harlem Renaissance, modern Indigenous artists and voices from the extended Newark community.

Join members for an after-hours private tour demonstrating how this curated collection creates space for new ways of understanding American art and identity.

Details:

Thursday, June 1st
Newark Museum of Art
49 Washington St., Newark

5:30 wine and cheese
6:00 private tour

Admission is free but please register in advance here or by clicking the green button below!

Why Join Impact100 Essex?

Open House at Rock ‘n’ Joe Cafe in Millburn, NJ! Friday May 19th, 9-11 am

Join us to discuss Impact100 Essex Membership! Learn who we are, what we do, and how we do it. Great for curious prospective members as well as new members who’d like to learn more or become more involved.

Deadline for 2023-24 membership is May 31st. Join us now to learn more!

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.

Why Join Impact100 Essex?

Open House at the Four City Brewing Company in Orange, NJ! Thursday May 18th, 6:30-8 pm

Hosted by Impact100 Essex BIPOC members

Join us to learn more about Impact100 Essex, over snacks and locally brewed beers! Learn who we are, what we do, and how we do it. Great for curious prospective members as well as new members who’d like to learn more or become more involved.

This session will meet at the Four City Brewing Company at 55 S. Essex Ave in Orange, NJ.

Deadline for 2023-24 membership is May 31st. Join us now to learn more!

Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.