Grant Award Stories
The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey strategically aligns and coordinates the Company’s charitable giving efforts to support organizations and develop partnerships that enrich the lives and health of our members and the communities we serve. Here are just some of the examples of how our grant investments have had a positive impact on individuals and communities throughout our great state.
After-School All-Stars: A Real Game Changer
David didn’t like to read and struggled with math. He didn’t make time for homework. He avoided sports and spent most days after school playing video games. He was uncomfortable talking to people. But After-School All-Stars changed his life, and David discovered a passion for learning.Arc of New Jersey Healthy Lifestyle Program
Catering specifically to those living with disabilities, the program puts healthy lifestyle information into action.
Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative (BVMI)
A program staffed by dedicated healthcare professionals is giving people with diabetes who cannot afford their medical care a better option.
Community in Crisis in Bernardsville
A parent-to-parent support group is helping families share their stories and giving them the resources they need to navigate substance use disorders in a safe and trusting environment.
CompleteCare’s Diabetes Self-Management Program
A spike in blood sugar could have jeopardized Yvonne Murphy’s job as a school bus driver. CompleteCare put her on track with a treatment plan.
Food Bank of South Jersey’s Eating Well & Diabetes Program
The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey supports Food Bank of South Jersey’s program to get healthy food to people in need who have diabetes.
Greater Newark Conservancy’s Nutrition Education Program
After being diagnosed with diabetes, Angel Nieves needed the tools to lead a healthier lifestyle. He found them in the Greater Newark Conservancy’s Nutrition Education Program.
Hopeworks ‘N Camden’s Food Advocacy Team
Camden’s teens are leading a program for healthy eating in the inner city. And the community’s already started eating better.