Dodge Foundation Week in Review

Recent News & Learnings

• Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation Invests $4 Million in South Ward Wellness Center to Advance Community Health and Economic Opportunity

  Mar 11, 2026

  The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation has committed $4 million toward the development of a new South Ward Wellness Center in Newark, a transformative community development project that will expand access to medical care, youth development, and economic opportunity in one of the city’s most historically underserved neighborhoods.

• Critical Needs Grants Awarded to Trenton-Area Nonprofits

  Jan 23, 2026

  Together, in partnership with The Princeton Area Community Foundation and the Bonner Foundation, $155,000 in Critical Needs Grants were awarded to Trenton-area nonprofits facing funding cuts and increased demand for services.

• New Investments Announced to Support Economic Opportunity in Paterson

  Jan 16, 2026

  The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation announced $1.6M in multi-year investments advancing economic stability, housing, and opportunity in the City of Paterson.