Building Brighter Futures for Jersey City Students
The Jersey City Public Schools Foundation works to secure resources and build community partnerships, ensuring every student has the support to thrive and succeed.
Building Brighter Futures for Jersey City Students
The Jersey City Public Schools Foundation works to secure resources and build community partnerships, ensuring every student has the support to thrive and succeed.
Donate today to help create future opportunities for Jersey City students, providing the resources they need to learn, grow, and thrive.
Bridging the Funding Gap
Jersey City Public Schools face ongoing financial challenges that threaten the quality of education for thousands of students.
Drastic Budget Cuts Impacting Schools
Since 2017, the state has cut nearly $300 million in total funding from Jersey City Public Schools. These cuts have led to fewer resources, larger class sizes, and reduced support services for students.
Jersey City Public Schools Receive Less State Aid
Currently, Jersey City Public Schools receive less state aid than districts with smaller enrollments and fewer economically disadvantaged students. This funding disparity places an undue burden on local resources and limits opportunities for students.
Funding Cuts Based on Perceived Wealth
The reduction in state funding is based on the growing property values of Jersey City rather than the actual financial needs of its students. Many families remain economically disadvantaged despite the city’s rising wealth.
Charter School Funding Imbalance
The state currently provides approximately $130 million in funding to JCPS but mandates that the district transfer around $170 million to charter schools. This creates a significant financial strain, diverting resources away from traditional public schools.
Majority of Students Are Economically Disadvantaged
Two-thirds (63%) of Jersey City Public Schools students are classified as economically disadvantaged, yet funding does not reflect the needs of these students.
Disproportionate Impact on Minority Students
While Census data shows that 21.5% of Jersey City’s population is Black and 27.2% is Hispanic, the student population is 27.8% Black and 38.5% Hispanic. This highlights that funding inequities disproportionately affect minority students.
Building a better world for and with children
Our Vision for a Stronger Future
The Jersey City Public Schools Foundation is committed to shaping a brighter future for students by securing essential resources, fostering community partnerships, and championing innovative educational programs.
Making a Difference, One School At a time
- Strengthen community and partnerships.
- Advocate for resources that empower students.
- Improve school facilities and programs.
- Fund innovative teacher and school projects.
- Secure funding from various sources.
- Encourage donations to enhance learning.
We Can't Help Everyone, but Everyone can help someone
- Build strong partnerships between the community and local businesses.
- Advocate for resources that support student growth and success.
- Enhance school facilities and educational programs.
- Provide grants for teachers and schools to fund innovative projects.
- Secure funding from state, federal, and private sources to expand opportunities.
- Encourage donations of equipment and financial support to enrich student learning.
Join Us in Strengthening Jersey City Schools
With your support, we hope to enhance school programs, provide essential resources, and create a brighter future for Jersey City’s children. Get involved today—donate, partner, or advocate for our schools!
Explore Our Causes
Pure Water
Bring Clean Water
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Raised :
$255.220
Goals :
$300.000
Medical & Health
Fundraise for Health Care
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Raised :
$220.155
Goals :
$400.000
Education
Give Children's Education
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Raised :
$155.540
Goals :
$500.000
Healthy Food
One Meal a day
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Raised :
$320.850
Goals :
$600.000
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Healthy Food For Children
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- Ubud - Bali
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1000+ Free Masks
15
Dec
- Kuta Beach
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Bali's Beach Clean Up
Quality Education
Brighter Future
Innovation
Future Leaders
Accomplishments and Recognitions
Jersey City Public Schools takes immense pride in its schools’ achievements and the recognition they have received at the state and national levels.
We Help Thousands of children to get better lives
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