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Q3 2015 Newsletter
Visit us online at www.hopes.org or email us at info@hopes.org.
Serving Individuals and Families in Hudson and Union Counties
On October 15th, 2015 HOPES CAP, Inc. will hold it's annual fundraiser. The gala will be held
at HOPES’ David E. Rue Building located at 301 Garden St. Proceeds of the fundraiser will be
used to support STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) programming
for all HOPES’youth. Many local businesses and the community as a whole are generously supporting HOPES with their time, talent and resources to make this an event to remember!
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Plainfield’s 92nd Annual Central Jersey July 4th Parade: HOPES Brings Home
Trophy!
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New HOPES Vehicle on the road/Keeping the Community Healthy
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HOPES receives 1st Place HUB Grant to Support the Like A Boss Teen
Entrepreneur Program
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Dads Bring Their Child to School Day
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Essential Services through HOPES
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HOPES Dines to Donate at Houlihans Weehawken
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Insurance Open Enrollment Periods /Head Start’s 50th Anniversary and Head
Start Awareness Month Celebration!
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Plainfield’s 92nd Annual Central
Jersey July 4th Parade:
HOPES Brings Home Trophy!
HOPES CAP, Inc. participated in Plainfield’s 92nd
Annual Central Jersey Fourth of July Parade for
the first time. The theme for this year’s parade
was Diversity in Action. In keeping with the
theme, some of the HOPES CAP, Inc. Head
Start and Early Head Start children and parents
dressed in native clothing representing their
country.
The parade was well attended by residents of
Plainfield and surrounding areas.
There were
floats, marching bands, drill teams, music bands,
and more.
Over sixty children, parents, staff,
alumni, and governing body members participated in this event. Some of the participants
walked while others rode the float. All spectators
could hear the loud praises, chants, and yelling
for HOPES’ program. HOPES CAP, Inc. won
the “Best Professional Float” trophy. The well
decorated float was designed by the Plainfield
family advocates and children.
Way to go Plainfield!
Pictured above: HOPES “Best Professional Float” and the winning
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New HOPES’ Vehicle on the Road
HOPES CAP, INC. was awarded a grant to purchase a new wheelchair accessible vehicle to
provide low income and disabled individuals with transportation to key locations needed to sustain self sufficient lives and physical health.
HOPES’ “Assisted Transportation Program” is free of charge and destinations include medical
appointments, supermarkets, banks, community centers, and other essential destinations.
To find out more about HOPES
Assisted Transportation program;
call 201-656-7137 x1301.
Keeping the Community Healthy
On June 25th, HOPES CAP, Inc. sponsored an outdoor/indoor health fair in the west end of
Hoboken. Residents of the area and beyond were offered free health screenings such as lead,
blood sugar, HIV screenings as well as pap smears, breast exams, provided by Hoboken Family
Planning. In addition, many other community partners helped to make the event a success by
assisting residents with receiving valuable information regarding general wellness, nutrition and
diabetes counseling, financial literacy, and Alzheimer’s.
HOPES CAP, Inc: 301 Garden St.., Hoboken, NJ 07030 ● HOPES CAP, Inc:7-9 Watchung Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
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HOPES receives 1st Place HUB Grant to Support the “Like A Boss Teen
Entrepreneur Program”
HOPES applied for a Department of Community Affairs and HUB (Holistic Urban Building) Grant and was
initially selected as one of three award recipients. On September 23, each recipient was required to pitch their
concept to investors, educators and HUB personnel at a networking/pitch event held at the Trenton Museum.
Dominique Tornabe, Community Education Manager, presented the pitch: “we are so excited for the continued
growth of the Like A Boss program and delighted to announce we won first place, receiving $15,000.00 to ensure
long lasting impacts of this program.”
HOPES has operated the “Like A Boss” Teens and Digital Media Entrepreneurship Program since 2012. The
program empowers economically disadvantaged youth in Hudson County with opportunities to learn alongside
accomplished mentors and develop STEAM-based 21st century skills that promote college and career readiness.
This existing program is consistent with the Holistic Urban Building (HUB) mission to provide technical
assistance, training, mentoring, creative approaches to problem-solving, community growth and scalability.
Participating youth learn from accomplished entrepreneurs and innovators as they conceptualize socio-conscious
business models that benefit neighborhood and community. They develop critical thinking, computer, and
entrepreneurial skills that support optimal life outcomes and promote deeper reflection on ways to build
communities with locally-driven solutions.
Pictured above: Teen Entrepreneurs from Hoboken Charter High School
Pictured above: Dominique Tornabe, presents
the “Like a Boss” pitch at Trenton Museum.
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Dads Bring their Children to School Day!
On September 16th, HOPES celebrated “Dad Bring your Child to School Day” at
all HOPES sites. Over 80 father figures were eager to bring their children to school
and spend some quality time with them at HOPES’ different sites. Those that
participated included brothers, fathers, uncles, grandfathers and a few moms. All
were excited to accompany their children to class. The children enjoyed the activities
everyone participated in and they were so proud of being at school with their
families! Thanks to all the family and staff
participating and making this day such a success!
Thank you for being
involved!
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Photos from “Dads Bring Their Children to School Day”!
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Do you
know about
these great
HOPES
Programs?
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HOPES Fundraiser at Houlihans in Weehawken!
A good time was had by all who attended HOPES’
fundraising event at Houlihan’s on August 31st.
Following an agency-wide professional development
day, HOPES staff, board, community partners and
friends made their to Houlihan’s Restaurant located
in Weehawken, NJ for good food, fun and a worthy
cause! Houlihan’s recently started fundraiser nights
called "Dine to Donate" as a way of giving back to
the community.
Participating organizations have an opportunity to
select a specific day to hold their fundraising event
and promote it to their staff, customers and community partners. Ten percent of the sales are given back
to the organization if the event raises less than
$1,000 and 15% if $1,000 or more is raised. HOPES
participants raised $1,171, which put us at 15% over
the threshold. It was a fun evening for all who attended!
A good time was had by all!
We appreciate HOPES’ staff and supporters who
took the time out of their busy schedules to have a
night of fun and also raise money for a worthy
cause!
For more information on special events follow us:
Facebook: @HOPESCAPInc
Enjoying a good meal for a good cause!
Twitter: @HOPESCAPInc
Instagram: @hopes_cap_inc
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Insurance Open Enrollment Periods are Right Around the
Corner!
Do not panic! Obtaining insurance assistance is within your reach just
contact HOPES CAP, Inc.’s Community Services Program at
(201) 656-3711 ext. 0, Monday through Friday from 9am-5pm. Certified
staff will help you enroll and answer any questions.
Here are some important dates you need to know:
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Medicare Open Enrollment period: Oct. 15 - Dec. 7, 2015.
Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment period: Nov.1, 2015 - Jan. 31, 2016
Head Start’s 50th Anniversary and Head Start Awareness Month Celebration!
In commemoration of Head Start’s 50th anniversary
and Head Start Awareness Month, the Office of Head
Start and NHSA are inviting Head Start centers nationwide to celebrate with a national 50th birthday party! On Wednesday, October 14th, at 10:30 am,
HOPES CAP, Inc. Head Start and Early Head Start classrooms will be having a small parade
around their center. Staff will show their Head Start pride by wearing Head Start colors (red,
white, and blue) on that day. All parents are encouraged to participate!!
HOPES CAP, Inc: 301 Garden St., Hoboken, NJ 07030 ● HOPES CAP, Inc:7-9 Watchung Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060