NCJW/Essex to become independent nonprofit
The Essex County section of the National Council of Jewish Women will become an independent non-profit organization later this summer. When the change is made, the organization will be called Tovah.
The name Tovah embodies the pursuit of doing good in support of women, children, and families of all backgrounds. Powered by volunteers, Tovah is committed to building on the unmatched 100-plus-year history of NCJW/Essex by expanding hands-on community service projects, passionate advocacy, and opportunities to connect across generations for which the organization is known.
“We have always been a group of strong women who work to make a real and lasting impact on the lives of women, children and families,” Andrea Rakitta Mintz, the group’s president, said. “We arrived at this moment knowing our financial foundation is strong, our volunteer leadership is committed to success, and together with our professional staff, we are prepared and ready to execute this transition. We are excited about our future as Tovah.”
As they have for dozens of years, well-known and valued programs will continue to make a difference for families. The Back 2 School Store creates a magical shopping experience each summer to outfit nearly 1,000 children with clothes, coats, sneakers, school supplies, books, and more. The Center for Women counsels and guides hundreds of women on their employment journeys.
The organization’s board of directors made the decision to become an independent nonprofit citing the best long-term interests of its members and the people it serves. The IRS recently granted the organization its own 501(c)(3) exemption. The name change will be voted on at a meeting of the organization’s membership in June.