United Community Corporation

10/30/2026

Fall fun & community connections! 🍁✨

What a great day at UCC’s Harvest Fest: Community Resource Festival! From free groceries and holiday costumes to treats for youth and valuable community resources, the event brought Essex County families together for an afternoon of fun and support.

A special thank you to Wellpoint, City of Newark, NJ - City Hall and Deputy Mayor Jacqueline Quiles, Peapack Private Bank & Trust for their partnership, and Jersey Cares and Partnership West Inc. for their support and generous costume donations!

We're proud to create opportunities that bring our neighbors together and strengthen our community! 🧡

We also thank Councilwoman Louise Scott-Rountree and Councilman Doitall Du Kelly’s staff for joining us as well and their steadfast support of UCC!

10/29/2026

⭐️ Success Story Spotlight ⭐️

UCC congratulates our Hope Village II guest, Lon I., on graduating from the Outpatient Program at New Harmony Behavioral!

After enrolling in the dual diagnosis program in January 2026, Lon demonstrated a strong commitment to his personal growth and well-being. With 19 years of sobriety as a foundation, he transitioned into outpatient services, where he participated in weekly individual and group counseling sessions. Through hard work and determination, Lon learned healthier ways to manage triggers, express his emotions, and build resilience.

Today, Lon is moving forward with greater confidence, stronger self-esteem, and the tools needed to navigate life’s challenges in a positive way. His journey is a powerful reminder that growth is always possible and that investing in yourself can lead to meaningful change.

We’re proud of you, Lon!

Want to learn more about UCC’s Hope Village II? Visit uccnewark.org/hopevillage2/

10/29/2026

UCC was proud to support Assemblyman Chigozie Onyema and his team for a successful New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJ MVC) Mobile Unit event this week at the West Side Park Community Center in Newark! Bringing vital state services like this directly into our neighborhoods makes everyday tasks accessible for all residents.

Thank you to Assemblyman Onyema, the NJ MVC staff, and everyone who came out to take advantage of these essential resources right here in Newark!

10/28/2026

UCC was honored to host Kate Whitman Annis, Executive Director of Devils Youth Foundation, and Shasa Revell, Grants and Community Manager, for a tour of the The Market at UCC. Their visit provided an opportunity to see firsthand how the Foundation’s support helps strengthen our food assistance programs and advances our broader mission of moving individuals and families from dependency to self-sufficiency. We are incredibly grateful for the Devils Youth Foundation’s partnership and investment in our community, and we look forward to continuing this meaningful work together to create lasting impact for Newark families.

10/27/2026

Providing shelter. Creating pathways forward. 🏠🧡

For more than 60 years, UCC has been committed to helping individuals experiencing homelessness find safety, stability, and a path toward permanent housing.

Executive Director Craig Mainor highlights UCC’s two Newark shelters, including the 64 bed Fulton Street emergency drop in shelter and Hope Village II, operated in partnership with the City of Newark to support seniors and individuals with disabilities.

Through shelter, resources, and continued support, UCC remains focused on helping our neighbors move toward more stable futures. ✨

10/26/2026

UCC Harvest Fest: Community Resource Festival 🍁

Join UCC, Wellpoint, and City of Newark, NJ - City Hall Deputy Mayor Jacqueline Quiles this Thursday for a fun-filled community celebration! Bring the whole family out to enjoy fall giveaways, essential community resources, and seasonal fun.

Here’s what you can look forward to (while supplies last):
🍎 Free Groceries
🎃 Free Holiday Costumes
🍬 Treats for Youth

Where: West Side Park Community Center (600 S 17th Street, Newark, NJ 07103)
When: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Time: 3-6 PM

Don’t miss out on these free resources and festive fun! Tag a neighbor or friend who should come along! For more information, email [email protected] or call 973-642-0181.

Want to learn more about UCC’s resources and services? Visit uccnewark.org

10/26/2026

Join us LIVE today at 2 p.m. for what will be another engaging and impactful conversation of UCC's monthly conversation series, "Serving With Purpose" Tune in here: acaa0a25-52aa-474b-a7e9-e5b24a02f587@4f569d3b-52f4-4886-bab2-00209cdf883d?source=copyLinkLegacyShareEventDialog" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/acaa0a25-52aa-474b-a7e9-e5b24a02f587@4f569d3b-52f4-4886-bab2-00209cdf883d?source=copyLinkLegacyShareEventDialog

Join us for the next episode of Serving with Purpose: A UCC Conversation Series as Executive Director Craig Mainor sits down with Sasha Smith, Interim Director of Hope Village II.

In this episode, “Building Hope and Stability at UCC’s Hope Village II: How UCC’s Hope Village II is Creating Lasting Change for Our Neighbors,” they will discuss the real-world impact of donor support and explore how transitional housing, compassionate care, and tailored support services are guiding unsheltered individuals toward permanent housing and self-sufficiency.

Date: Monday, October 26, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM EST
Where to Watch: Microsoft Teams & Instagram Live

Don’t miss this insightful conversation about community resilience and lasting transformation.

Tune in live for the conversation here: acaa0a25-52aa-474b-a7e9-e5b24a02f587@4f569d3b-52f4-4886-bab2-00209cdf883d?source=copyLinkLegacyShareEventDialog" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/acaa0a25-52aa-474b-a7e9-e5b24a02f587@4f569d3b-52f4-4886-bab2-00209cdf883d?source=copyLinkLegacyShareEventDialog

10/23/2026

Bringing Our Community the Groceries It Needs at an Affordable Price 🍎 🥦 🥬 🥛

UCC brought the neighborhood together this week for a community block party to celebrate the grand opening of our new Community Grocery Store in Newark’s West Ward! Located at 503 Central Avenue, this store ensures our community has access to fresh, high-quality groceries at discounted, affordable prices. Together with the City of Newark, NJ - City Hall, we are taking a major step forward in addressing food insecurity and serving our neighbors with dignity.

We thank our Newark City Councilmembers Councilman Dupré Kelly and his staff, Louise Scott-Rountree, and Patrick Council, for joining us for this celebration, our incredible agency partners who support our mission and work towards addressing food insecurity, and everyone who came out to celebrate with us. Here’s to a healthier, stronger, and more nourished West Ward! 🧡

Want to learn more about UCC and our food assistance initiatives? Visit uccnewark.org

10/22/2026

Proud to support Assemblywoman Eliana Pintor Marin’s Utility Assistance Day and our neighbors across Newark and Essex County! 🧡

10/20/2026

Make holiday dreams come true for local youth! 🎁

UCC is getting ready for our 6th Annual Shop With a Hero, and we need YOUR support to bring joy, mentorship, and connection to 250 local children this holiday season!

Through this special event, local youth get to enjoy an unforgettable holiday shopping experience alongside community heroes who guide and mentor them for the day.

How you can make a difference today:
➡️ $500 Donation: Fund the gift cards that make this holiday shopping experience possible!
➡️ Sponsorship Opportunities: Partner with UCC to support families and demonstrate your organization’s commitment to our community.
➡️Donate Any Amount: Every dollar helps deliver mentorship and holiday cheer!

To make a donation or explore sponsorship opportunities, reach out to UCC Director of Development, Maya Curry, at [email protected] or visit https://uccnewark.org/shopwithahero2026/ to learn more!