The NJ Chamber of Commerce Foundation anticipates a grant-funded opening for a Program Manager Consultant position in February 2026. Interested candidates should email proposals per the guidelines below to Donna Custard: donna.custard@njchamber.com by January 23, 2026. Position Overview (Grant-Funded Consulting Role) The JAG New Jersey Program Manager (Consultant) will serve as a grant-funded external consultant […]
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NJCCF Accounting Manager Position-April Start
The NJ Chamber of Commerce Foundation is seeking a full-time Accounting Manager for an April 6, 2026 start. Interested candidates should email their resume to Donna Custard: donna.custard@njchamber.com by February 27, 2026. Job Summary The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation (NJCCF) is a 501(c)(3) organization that has leveraged the power of New Jersey’s business community to […]
Read MoreNJCCF Special Projects Coordinator-Anticipated Opening
The NJ Chamber of Commerce Foundation anticipates a grant-funded opening for a Special Projects Coordinator in February 2026. Interested candidates should email their resumes to Donna Custard: donna.custard@njchamber.com by January 23, 2026. Job SummaryThe Special Projects Coordinator supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of grant-funded and programmatic initiatives that strengthen education-to-career pathways for students served […]
Read MoreNJCCF President Donna Custard Named to NJBIZ 2025 Education Power 50 List
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation is proud to announce that President Donna Custard has been recognized by NJBIZ as one of the state’s 2025 Education Power 50 leaders—for the sixth consecutive year. This annual list honors influential educators, nonprofit executives, and policymakers shaping the future of education in New Jersey. Under Custard’s leadership, […]
Read MoreDr. Ali A. Houshmand, president of Rowan University, elected chairman of the NJ Chamber of Commerce Foundation
He succeeds Passaic County Community College President Dr. Steven Rose Dr. Ali A. Houshmand, president of Rowan University and a nationally recognized advocate for access, affordability, and economic development in higher education, has been elected chairman of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation. His nomination was approved by the Foundation’s Board of Directors. […]
Read MoreJAG New Jersey Recognized Nationally for Transforming Student Outcomes – and Paving a Road to Success
Jobs for America’s Graduates New Jersey (JAG NJ), a statewide program operated by the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation that prepares high school students for success in post-secondary education and the workforce, was recognized nationally for its outstanding work and impact on student outcomes. At the 2025 JAG National Training Seminar held in […]
Read MoreNJCCF JAG NJ Program Manager Consultant Position-Anticipated Opening
The JAG New Jersey Program Manager (PM) will monitor the implementation of the Jobs for America’s Graduates New Jersey (JAG NJ) program around the state, with an emphasis on ensuring that JAG Specialists are equipped to create a safe, trauma-informed environment for students. The PM will collaborate closely with the JAG NJ Executive Director to […]
Read MoreNJCCF Seeking Communications/Marketing Partner
Proposal interviews being accepted until November 18, 2024 (5:00 pm EST) Your Expertise + Our Impact for NJ Students Issued by: New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation (NJCCF)Proposal Deadline: November 18, 2024 (5:00 pm EST) Overview The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation (NJCCF) is seeking proposals for a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy to […]
Read MoreNJCCF President Named in 2024 NJBIZ Education Power 50
Donna Custard The longtime president of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Custard oversees program and service initiatives for the organization. The foundation partners with national and Garden State-based nonprofits and stakeholders to prepare young adults for the educational and professional journey ahead. Custard has used her decades of experience in the nonprofit space toward the […]
Read MoreJobs for America’s Graduates: Push to save proven program for students in underserved communities
JAG program has proven history of helping kids graduate and get jobs (or more education), uplifting them and their community — so, why is it facing such a massive cut in budget? By Tom Bergeron (Trenton) ROI-NJ.com Donna Custard, the president of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation and, as such, the head […]
Read MoreVolunteers Needed May 17 & 23
The NJCCF needs 55 volunteers to serve as judges for the JAG NJ Career Development Conference on May 17 (virtual) and May 23 (in-person): https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/Ds3aOKrcHvMkY3lyZIEpaA
Read MoreVictoria Licata Joins the NJCCF
Victoria Licata has joined the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation as director of resource development. Licata will cultivate partnerships and will oversee the funding and development plans for the Foundation. Licata joins the Foundation having previously worked for the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce from 2018 to 2022 as vice president of member services […]
Read MoreNJCCF President Named in 2023 NJBIZ Education Power 50
For the forth consecutive year, Donna Custard, NJCCF President, is honored for the work of the NJ Chamber of Commerce Foundation: NJBIZ Education Power 50 Donna Custard Custard has led the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation since 2015. The organization partners with national and New Jersey-based nonprofits, K-12 schools and other strategic stakeholders to prepare young […]
Read MoreJoin Our Team – 3 positions available:
Accounting Manager (full-time), Special Projects Coordinator-anticipated grant-funded opening (full-time), JAG NJ Program Manager-anticipated grant-funded consultant position).
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