Blue Foundry Charitable Foundation Awards $63,750 in Grants to Nine New Jersey Nonprofits in Q2
PARSIPPANY, NJ – July 1, 2025 – Blue Foundry Charitable Foundation, Blue Foundry Bancorp’s foundation for supporting philanthropic efforts in New Jersey, continues to demonstrate its dedication to making a difference, exemplifying what it means to give back to the community with its latest round of grants. The Foundation supports the efforts of organizations that fall under its four giving pillars: Affordable Housing, Education, Health and Human Services, and Youth Programs.
In the second quarter of 2025, Blue Foundry Charitable Foundation awarded $63,750 to nine nonprofit organizations.
The nonprofits awarded in the second quarter include:
Family Promise of Morris County
Mobilizing community resources and people to end the crisis of homelessness and housing instability faced by families and individuals by providing a continuum of services leading to independence.
Center for Hope and Safety Inc.
Assisting adults and children who are victims of domestic violence, including emotional, economic, sexual and physical abuse. Through community partnerships, CHS raises awareness, provides services, and educates community members about Domestic Violence.
Founded on the principle of normalcy and the belief that all people, regardless of the severity of their disability, are entitled to live with the same dignity and at the same standard of living that many members of the general population enjoy. Developing options and opportunities that support this philosophy and thus enriching the quality of life of people with developmental disabilities.
Rescuing healthy surplus food from 400+ donors and delivering it for free to a network of 250+ community agencies serving those facing food insecurity.
Creating affordable housing solutions by matching those seeking housing with those who need additional income or services to maintain their homes, while fostering independence and dignity.
Building a community of first-generation, low income (FGLI), underrepresented students who empower each other to access and succeed in higher education.
Strengthening communities by providing services to individuals, families and children that enhance their ability to function independently, manage challenges and improve the quality of their lives.
Empowering youth and teens by fostering a sense of value, purpose, belonging, and trust, while guiding their personal development. Breaking down barriers and providing free, high-quality programs for youth and teens, ensuring that financial background is never a limitation.
Boys & Girls Club of Northwest New Jersey
Empowering all young people, especially those who need it most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Each year, they serve 6,000 children, from infants as young as six weeks to young adults up to 18 years old.
“These grants reflect our dedication to New Jersey, supporting the services that build stronger communities and a brighter future.” said James D. Nesci, President & CEO of Blue Foundry Bank and Vice President of Blue Foundry Charitable Foundation.
In addition to issuing grants, Blue Foundry Charitable Foundation supports Blue Foundry Bank’s Community Impact Program, giving their employees the opportunity to serve the neighborhoods where they live and work. In the second quarter, they collaborated with Greater Middlesex & Morris Habitat for Humanity, working to help build a home for a family in need in the community.
Pictured: Employees of Blue Foundry Bank participating in the Community Impact Program collaborating with Greater Middlesex & Morris Habitat for Humanity.
About Blue Foundry Bank and Blue Foundry Charitable Foundation
Blue Foundry Bancorp is the holding company for Blue Foundry Bank, a place where things are made, purpose is formed, and ideas are crafted. Headquartered in Rutherford NJ, with presence in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Morris, Passaic, Somerset and Union counties, Blue Foundry Bank is a full-service, innovative bank serving the doers, movers, and shakers in our communities. We offer individuals and businesses alike the tailored products and services they need to build their futures. With a rich history dating back more than 145 years, Blue Foundry Bank has a longstanding commitment to its customers and communities. To learn more about Blue Foundry Bank visit bluefoundrybank.com or call (888) 931-BLUE. Member FDIC.
Blue Foundry Charitable Foundation is committed to building strong communities by partnering with nonprofit organizations responsible for finding solutions to the challenges faced by our local areas, focusing on the four key pillars of affordable housing, education, health and human services, and youth programs. To learn more about Blue Foundry Charitable Foundation visit bluefoundrycharitablefoundation.org.
