Project Self-Sufficiency is soliciting assistance for hundreds of low-income families who need a little extra help this season, by asking area residents and organizations to donate traditional Thanksgiving food, or to donate funds towards the purchase of food. Donors are invited to sponsor a family for only $50 or to make a contribution of their choice; contributions made in honor of a loved one are also encouraged. The non-profit agency is gearing up to distribute complete Thanksgiving dinners to approximately 500 local families this year, so monetary donations are particularly needed. Individuals and families who need help at Thanksgiving are invited to call Project Self-Sufficiency at 973-940-3500. The agency will gratefully receive pumpkin or apple pies; canned vegetables, including yams and cranberry sauce; dinner rolls; gravy; stuffing and mashed potato mixes. Contributions, or notification of the intent to contribute, are request...
Fathers are invited to attend special parenting workshops created just for them, either in person at Project Self-Sufficiency or via Zoom, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. Created by the National Fatherhood Initiative , the 24:7 Dad curriculum is designed for expectant fathers as well as experienced Dads. The 24:7 Dad program focuses on twelve habits of confident, effective fathers and has been proven to transform families and communities. Participants will examine what it means to be a man, health, handling emotions appropriately, discipline, and co-parenting. Twelve consecutive sessions will be held at 6:00 p.m. at Project Self-Sufficiency, beginning November 3 rd ; classes will be offered in-person and via Zoom. Pizza and childcare will be available for in-person attendees. “The 24:7 Dads’ course has transformed families across the country, and we are very excited to offer it to fathers in our community,” explained Project Self-Sufficiency Chief Executive Off...