We are encouraging our youth to emerge in STEM programs to help them become more college/career ready. Our scholarship dance will help support our efforts in sending our 50 kids, K-12, to those classes. We need the communities help.

180 Turning Lives Around, a private nonprofit organization in Monmouth County, will be conducting the 40-hour training course for a new Domestic Violence Response Team. DVRT advocates work with law enforcement to provide support, information and resources to victims of domestic violence. Deadline to apply is April 19th.

Learn about college admission preparation, the application process and how to write a winning essay.

A one-day event is planned for individuals and professionals who wish to broaden their understanding of hoarding disorder. Topics include assessment, case management models, intervention, and more.

This juried arts festival features specially selected artists’ works of pottery, photography, jewelry, paintings and other mediums. In addition to the artwork, visitors will enjoy live music and free art demonstrations and activities.

Current and former military service members and their families are invited to join us for special programming designed just for them! Guests will take an interactive tour, enjoy educational activities and meet other military families. Programs require advance registration.

Family Based Services, in partnership with Rachel Tansey, from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Service in Monmouth County, Therese Hendrickson Family Advocate, and Shatiya Whitley Monmouth County Youth Partnership Coach, will be offering FREE hands-on food education classes.

The conference, a half-day program, explores the legal issues faced by New Jersey citizens who are living with a disability, HIV/AIDS, as well as elder care.

Spotlight Sessions: Advocates in Action is hosting our first Spotlight Sessions, where community providers will be spotlighting their services. We encourage families, support coordination agencies and providers to attend and learn about innovative services in the community.

Akhil Autism Foundation (AAF) is a NJ-based non-profit organization whose dedicated mission is to Educate, Treat, Support, and Research Autism worldwide. 

Presenter: Danyla Frazier, LCSW, NASW, manager of clinical social services. 

Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to mental health issues and substance abuse disorders.

The Ride for Autism is a one-day charity bicycle tour designed to raise money for Autism New Jersey and also to raise community awareness about autism.

Registered youth participants will be eligible to receive prizes for the fish they catch during the event. Youths must be present at the conclusion of the event to be awarded prizes.