Empowering New Jersey’s
children, families, and
communities of color to thrive
Program Priorities
We do this work by investing in non-profit organizations that prioritize the following impact areas:
Affordable homes
& healthy communities
Foster affordable homes, economic mobility, and healthy, resilient communities for children and families.
Early Childhood
& Education
Support low-income children and families of color to thrive through opportunities in early childhood development and youth education.
Child Welfare
& Youth Justice
Advance reforms in systems affecting children and youth, such as the child welfare, juvenile justice, and immigration systems, to support racial equity and youth justice.
Strategies
We support organizations engaged in a range of complementary strategies, including:
Organized and engaged communities
Effective programs that center low-income children and families of color
Equitable public policy
Latest News
& Press Releases
E-news
QUARTERLY e-news: Q3 2024 Fall Grant Awards Total $520,000
E-news
QUARTERLY e-news: Q2 2024 Grant Awards Total $335,000
E-news
QUARTERLY e-news: Q1 2024 Grant Awards Total $197,500
Press Release
Schumann Fund for New Jersey Appoints Four Respected Community Leaders to Board of Trustees
Press Release
Schumann Fund for NJ Grantee Survey Results & Next Steps
Let’s Get in Touch
We’re here to answer any questions you may have about the work we do, how you can get involved, or the application process.
For inquiries about the application process, please email Program Associate Kamille Oliveira. For general inquiries, please email Office Manager Lauren Nance.