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2026 Community Harvest Microgrant
Episcopal Community Services of the Diocese of New Jersey (ECS-NJ) is pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 Community Harvest Microgrant to help support the continued growth of congregational feeding ministries. Grant applications are open now through April 24. Please see below for grant guidelines.
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2026 Community Harvest Microgrant
Episcopal Community Services of the Diocese of New Jersey (ECS-NJ) is pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 Community Harvest Microgrant to help support the continued growth of congregational feeding ministries. Grant applications are open now through April 24. Please see below for grant guidelines.
Legacy Webinar
Join us on February 19, 2026 at 7 pm for Legacy Planning: How to ensure that your wealth reflects not just your financial success, but also your character, principles, and the positive influence you want to have on the future.
Fall 2025 Newsletter | Embracing the Season of Change and Gratitude
In this issue, you’ll read how members of our ECS-NJ Advisory Council are helping migrants protect their rights with Red Cards, a vital resource from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center. You’ll also get a glimpse into the growing impact of the St. John Community Garden, where fresh food and fellowship are taking root. Each story reflects how, together, we’re building communities of care, dignity, and hope.
NEWS | Rev. Carolyn Named ECS-NJ Advisory Council
We are thrilled to welcome the Reverend Tammy Young as the new Administrative Director of ECS-NJ. Rev. Young joins us following the dedicated leadership of Father David Snyder, who served as Interim Director, and Deacon Trisha Thorne, Former Executive Director, before him.
NEWS | ECS-NJ to Host Gala
Episcopal Community Services of the Diocese of New Jersey (ECSNJ) will host its fundraising gala on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Pines Manor in Edison, NJ from 6-9 pm. With the theme, “I was a stranger and you welcomed me,”
NEWS | Rev. Tammy Appointed Administrative Director
We are thrilled to welcome the Reverend Tammy Young as the new Administrative Director of ECS-NJ. Rev. Young joins us following the dedicated leadership of Father David Snyder, who served as Interim Director, and Deacon Trisha Thorne, Former Executive Director, before him.




