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UCC YouthBuild Helps Foster Greener Communities, Inclusivity Through DEP Program  Empowering communities can happen in more ways than one. For one group of young people, United Community Corporation’s YouthBuild program helped guide them this summer in forging a path toward a more diverse and inclusive green workforce.   UCC’s YouthBuild program […]

UCC, Hyatt Court Center of Hope Host Ribbon-Cutting for New Community Refrigerator United Community Corporation (UCC) is continuing its efforts to mitigate food insecurity across Newark with the installation this week of the agency’s seventh free community refrigerator at the John W. Hyatt Court complex in the city’s Ironbound neighborhood.   […]

UCC YouthBuild Graduates Pave Way Towards Brighter Futures Upon Receiving HS Diplomas UCC hosted a memorable graduation ceremony for its most recent cohort of students for the YouthBuild program, marking the culmination of dedication, hard work and perseverance as the students received their high school diplomas.  The ceremony, which was […]

UCC Doles Out 250-plus Backpacks to Newark Families Ahead of School Year United Community Corporation (UCC), Newark’s Community Action Agency, wanted to ensure local youth go back to school this year well-equipped. The nonprofit hosted its annual “Backpacks and Snacks” distribution event August 23 at West Side Park in Newark, […]

Peapack-Gladstone Bank Sponsorship UCC extends its deepest gratitude to Peapack-Gladstone Bank for its generous $10,000 donation. This funding will go a long way in enhancing UCC’s outreach into the greater Newark community, enabling the agency to support critical  initiatives and upcoming events. With this contribution, UCC can further its mission […]

UCC, Hear My Cries Host Empowering Juneteenth Youth Basketball Tourney United Community Corporation (UCC), in partnership with Hear My Cries, celebrated Juneteenth this year by fostering efforts to empower young men across greater Newark through a basketball tournament. The “2024 Juneteenth Youth Basketball Tournament! Juneteenth Youth Unity Day” tournament, which […]

Earlier this month UCC hosted its annual “BeKind” distribution event where Greater Newark residents were able to access various resources including free groceries and a flea market of clothing and items for all ages. The event was held at the West Side Park Community Center as UCC staff and partnering […]

Prom Dress and Suit Giveaway UCC aimed to make high school students’ dreams come true by looking and feeling their best through its recent Prom Dress and Suit Giveaway. The event was hosted at Side Park Community Center and organized in partnership with Urban Care Foundation, Ms. Full-Figured USA and […]

UCC Employee Retreat at Camp Vacamas UCC embarked on a staff retreat this month to Camp Vacamas in West Milford, NJ, dedicated to team-building and community service. The day kicked off with energizing icebreaker games, breaking down barriers and forging connections among the staff. As the morning progressed, interactive challenges encouraged […]

UCC’s YouthBuild Students Kick It At ‘Sneaker Ball’ Prom Students in UCC’s YouthBuild program celebrated a night of style and fun while highlighting the strides in their individual journeys at a recent “Sneaker Ball” prom. Held on April 25 in partnership with Leaders for Life, the celebration not only showcased fashion-forward […]