The Department of Community Engagements mission is to actively interact and engage with members of the community to make both potential and current clients and volunteers aware of all of the services that United Community Corporation offers. We also promote and support United Community Corporation’s overall goal of moving people from dependency to self-sufficiency.
Making things happen
The Community Engagement Department is extremely involved with event planning and organizing, which includes but is not limited to logistical setup, volunteer coordinating, designing t-shirts, banners and flyers, photography / media exposure opportunities, and day-of-event management.
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UCC Debuts Community Refrigerator With Devils Youth Foundation at Fulton Street Emergency Shelter
UCC Debuts Community Refrigerator With Devils Youth Foundation at Fulton Street Emergency Shelter Play Video NEWARK – United Community Corporation (UCC) debuted a new community refrigerator this month at the agency’s Emergency Shelter on Fulton Street, creating greater access to fresh food and groceries for Newark’s most vulnerable residents. Upon the launch of the new community refrigerator at 31 Fulton Street, located in Newark’s Central Ward, UCC now has a refrigerator in each of the city’s five wards. The new community refrigerator was made possible by the support of a $100,000 grant award from the Devils Youth Foundation. The Devils Youth Foundation, which serves as the charitable arm […]
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UCC Mobile Wash
The pathway toward self-sufficiency for residents without addresses can sometimes start with the most basic of necessities often overlooked for individuals in greater need: clean clothes. That is why UCC launched a new mobile laundry wash trailer that is aimed to increase hygiene access to community members facing homelessness. The mobile laundry unit, which is free to use, is equipped with four washers, four dryers, and a utility sink to help promote better hygiene. UCC received financial support from the state Department of Community Affairs to acquire the mobile laundry trailer. The agency also received support for the mobile laundry trailer from Amerigroup, the National Community Action Partnership […]
Read MoreCelebrate 60 Years of Impact!
Join us for a night of laughter, community, and inspiration at the United Community Corporation's 60th Anniversary Laugh for Charity Comedy in the Park on December 7, 2024, from 6PM to 10PM at the newly renovated West Side Park in Newark, NJ.
This comedy show commemorates six decades of service and dedication to our community. We invite you to enjoy an evening filled with top-notch comedy, delicious food, and heartfelt connections, all while supporting a worthy cause.
Proceeds from this year’s comedy show will kick off the 4th Annual Shop with a Hero event, hosted at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. This incredible program partners 250 local children with heroes from our community, including police officers, firefighters, doctors, EMTs, teachers, business leaders, and government officials. Together, they will enjoy a day of shopping and mentorship, creating lasting memories and positive connections.
If you or someone you know are in need of food, baby items, clothing, shelter, energy assistance, pending eviction or mortgage assistance, at risk of lead exposure at home, are a victim of a crime, and/or need youth development activities or young adult vocational training we have a department here to help!
United Community Corporation
"Moving people from dependency to self-sufficiency"