Bank announces $4.2M commitment to 75 New Jersey nonprofits

NEW JERSEY — Bank of America recently announced more than $4.2 million in grants to 75 New Jersey nonprofit organizations that will help drive economic opportunity and upward mobility for communities. The local nonprofits will focus on basic needs, affordable housing, workforce development, and small business and economic revitalization. “As part of our commitment to […]

HANDS focus group discusses local economy and development in Orange

HANDS focus group discusses local economy and development in Orange

ORANGE, NJ — Housing and Neighborhood Development Services held a Heart of Orange virtual focus group on economic development on Nov. 17 to discuss what would benefit the city in terms of bringing jobs, economic development and better business to Orange.  HANDS Director of Programs Khady Ndiaye hosted the meeting and drew attendees’ attention to […]

Menendez, Booker announce $1.9M to provide affordable housing

NEWARK, NJ — On Feb. 19, U.S. Sens. Bob Menendez and Cory Booker announced $1,941,500 in federal funding to support NeighborWorks America organizations that preserve affordable housing, revitalize and sustain neighborhoods, and create jobs across New Jersey. “Our communities are stronger and our state is more prosperous when New Jersey families have access to quality […]

Hat City Lofts completion leading the way for neighborhood transformation in Orange

ORANGE, NJ — HANDS celebrated a neighborhood revitalization milestone on Friday, June 1, with the completion of Hat City Lofts — the adaptive reuse of blighted factories transformed into vibrant affordable loft living and creative economy commercial space. HANDS Executive Director Luther Flurry was joined by U.S. Rep. Donald M. Payne Jr., Orange Mayor Dwayne […]

HANDS welcomes new executive director

ORANGE, NJ — The board of directors of HANDS has announced the hiring of Luther Flurry to succeed founding Executive Director Patrick Morrissy, who retired from the position on Dec. 31. Known for his leadership in cross-sector partnerships, strategic planning and financial management, Flurry is the former executive director of the Montclair Center Business Improvement District. Working with […]