We envision a just and equitable New Jersey where people of all races and communities have equitable access to opportunities to thrive.

Joined June 2009
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Our President and CEO, Samra Haider, joined The Playful Podcast to talk about how local leadership and innovative solutions can close the racial wealth gap in New Jersey. Listen to hear her talk "Reimagining Justice through Play, Purpose, and Proximity" podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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We’re opening a new Request for Information (RFI) for orgs working to close the racial wealth gap in NJ, focusing on expanding access to safe, affordable housing and homeownership and increasing pathways to economic security and mobility. Learn more! grdodge.org/our-work/grantma…
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Starting in 2026, one of our partners, the @UrbanLeagueEC, will be expanding house equity with the development of 28 newly constructed affordable homes in Newark -- an essential part of closing the racial wealth gap in NJ. nj.com/mosaic/2025/08/nj-org…
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Check out this video that highlights the positive results of the Newark Guaranteed Income Program -- an effort to give a group of 400 Newark residents unconditional payments for two years / an important strategy to close the racial wealth gap youtube.com/watch?v=eKM30Hf7…

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We’re looking for our next President and CEO! This is a fantastic opportunity for a leader with a deep commitment to NJ to join an organization working towards a just and equitable state. Apply here. grdodge.org/about-us/job-opp…
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A big win for NJ homeowners who are fighting to combat racial discrimination and discriminatory appraisals! It is required that real estate appraisers complete anti-bias training! Thanks @NJ_ISJ @FairShareNJ @NJCitizenAction & @HCDNNJ for working towards a more equitable NJ.
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#NowPlaying a new @LatinoUSA episode, in collaboration with @fuhinvestigates🎧 We investigate the enduring barriers Latinos and Latinas face in becoming homeowners despite years of progress and legislative change. #TheLatinoFactor LISTEN HERE ➡️ bit.ly/latinomortg
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This Sunday on @LatinoUSA, in collabo w/ @fuhinvestigates, we examine the barriers Latinos and Latinas face in mortgage lending and homeownership. Our analysis of New Jersey mortgage data reveals a long history of housing inequities in the state. Don't miss it on your feeds🎙️
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We are excited to share that @grdodge and @NJPAC have announced a full programming lineup for the 20th Dodge Poetry Festival, Celebrating the Change-Making Power of Poetry! The festival will be taking place from October 17 - 19, 2024. grdodge.org/news/announce-20…
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Congratulations to Geraldine R. Dodge's Community Facilitator, Kareem Willis, for being honored by the Essex County Board of County Commissioners for LGBTQ Pride Month! Click below to view the celebration: vimeo.com/event/2263459

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We are so excited to announce that the mighty @TanujaDehne has joined out Board of Trustees! Over the last five years, while she led the @grdodge, Tanuja has been a steadfast champion for the Institute. We are thrilled to have her join our powerful Board.
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Last month, our staff had the opportunity to spend our day of service at the @CityBloom87. Our staff had the pleasure of spending a few hours working outside at the Hawthorne Avenue Farm as part of our visit. Thank you to the Greater Newark Conservancy for having us!
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Last week the Court ruled that NJ counties must discontinue “the line” in the upcoming June Democratic primary election. A huge effort from our community partners who have worked to achieve this goal: @NJ_ISJ, @SandSJ_NJ, @NJAIJ, @NJPolicy, and more. bit.ly/43KYk2X
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The Dodge Foundation is pleased to announce that the Board of Trustees has asked Board Chair, Preston Pinkett III, to expand his duties temporarily to include additional leadership of the Foundation and Staff until the president and CEO role is filled. grdodge.org/news/geraldine-r…
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Welcome our new team member to @grdodge! Join us in welcoming Anne Francois as our new Communications & Events Manager. Anne joins our organization with experience throughout the nonprofit sector and a commitment to amplifying our vision of a more equitable New Jersey.
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Last weekend, our very own Ysabel Y. Gonzalez, Poetry Creative Officer at the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, was interviewed on “Your New Jersey” to discuss the recent expansion of the Dodge Poetry Festival and our partnership with @NJPAC . youtu.be/BHAgKayaIG0?si=9awX…
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Last week, @NJ_ISJ released a new report which documented a county-by-county analysis of various economic disparity indicators which include housing, wealth, and access to healthcare. njisj.org/reports/stateofine…
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📢 Calling all poets! We are now accepting applications for the 2024 @grdodge Poetry Festival. If you're a poet — spoken word, slam and avant-garde — whose work pushes the needle forward on social change, this is the opportunity for you 🫵 Apply today at: njpac.org/dodgeapply
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Our grantee partner, @ACLUNJ has announced the launch of The Clemency Project. The project will center on racial and social justice while also reimagining the criminal legal system. We are thrilled to support @ACLUNJ for launching this project. aclu-nj.org/en/press-release…
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