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ORGANIZATION: Project Re-Direct/Youth & Family Services Inc.

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
  • 5 people are interested
Education for the 21st Century
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world!

Project Re Direct is a community based organization in Newark NJ. We have been serving the children and their family, successfully, for the past 25 years. Our direct Education for the 21st Century initiative is based in Newark, NJ. During National Child Abuse Prevention month, in April; we have engaged many families with child abuse prevention awareness throughout NJ.

We are recruiting individuals who have a heart for the plight of children, who have experience fundraising, who are team players; and want to try a two year tenure on our Board.

ALL REPLIES WILL BE CONSIDERED. All of our board meetings are virtual. Thank you.

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About Project Re-Direct/Youth & Family Services Inc.

Location:

1872 West 7th Street, Piscataway, NJ 08854, US

Mission Statement

The mission of Project Redirect is to significantly improve academic and social skills development; lower the incidence of juvenile delinquency, child abuse and domestic violence. Our Vision is to 'Save the lives of children and Re-Direct them towards healthier lifestyles; while developing productive men and women who will pursue a better quality of life."

Description

Project Re-Direct’s new initiative is to provide S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology Engineering and Math) education along with a rigorous academic and social skills curriculum in line with the Core Curriculum Standards of New Jersey for pre-k - 8th grade urban students. They are prepared for higher education that will lead to careers in math, science, engineering and technological based careers.

CAUSE AREAS

Board Development
Children & Youth
Community
Board Development, Children & Youth, Community

WHEN

Tue Apr 01, 2025 - Sun Jun 01, 2025

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

  • Literacy / Reading
  • Math / Science Instruction
  • Youth Services
  • Fundraising
  • Grant Writing / Research
  • Community Outreach

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Public Groups
  • Private Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 21
  • Orientation or Training
  • We usually meet virtually every 4-5 weeks for 1 1/2 hours. We work on fundraising project. Presently we are developing our 25th Anniversary brunch. The board will be able to meet physically whenever required.
  • We are recruiting people with a heart for the plight of disadvantaged youth, specifically;; and children in general.

Private Group Details

  • Event can be held virtually
  • Donation required
  • There is a level of membership. Associate. Corporate. Gold. Platinum

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