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Greater Newark Conservancy promotes environmental stewardship to improve the quality of life in New Jersey's urban communities. Founded in 1987, the Conservancy has four program areas--environmental education, community greening and gardening, job training and advocacy for environmental justice.

Greater Newark Conservancy is a proud member of Earth Share New Jersey. Click the logo below to find out how you can start a workplace giving campaign today.

We are a part of a nationwide network of the world's most respected environmental and conservation organizations.

To check out Greater Newark Conservancy's article "City Lots Produce" in EarthShare NJ's first edition of their E-newsletter
Click Here: City Lots Produce

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Our Current Program Brochure

Join us at a variety of programs offered at the Prudential Outdoor Learning Center and journey toward a life-long appreciation of living things and commitment to nature.

Greater Newark Conservancy brings the wonders of nature and the urban environment to life through interactive, hands-on activities throughout the year.

programs brochure

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The latest edition of the City Bloom newsletter has hit the stands! Read about the Youth Farm Stand, City Gardens Contest, the Conservancy's use of QR codes and much more! Click here to download and view a copy.
Fall 2011/Winter 2012 City Bloom

Senator M. Teresa Ruiz Presents Citations to Students from Greater Newark Conservancy's Newark Youth Leadership Project

New Jersey Senator M. Teresa Ruiz presented legislative citations to Newark high school students from Greater Newark Conservancy's Newark Youth Leadership Project (NYLP) for their contributions this summer to the Rework Newark Project with Tri-State Transportation Campaign.

Working with Tri-State Transportation Campaign staff, the 2 day exercise required students to think critically about their neighborhoods and develop ideas and solutions to help make Newark a better place to live. Their hard work and insights resulted in a final report of student generated ideas focusing on improvements to Newark's transportation network, downtown redevelopment, neighborhood life and parks and outdoor space.

In presenting the citations to the students, Senator Ruiz noted her admiration for their dedication to the Newark Youth Leadership Project.
"Looking at our neighborhoods with a thoughtful eye allows us to think of new ways to improve the world in which we live," she added. "Your continued commitment to environmental stewardship promotes sustainability and the importance of green initiatives. Thank you for what you have done and for what you will do as future leaders."

To make a contribution in support of Greater Newark Conservancy's Newark Youth Leadership Project, click here.

Greater Newark Conservancy Honors
Winners of 21st Annual City Gardens Contest

Gardeners from every Ward in Newark were among the winners announced by Greater Newark Conservancy at the 21st Annual City Gardens Awards Ceremony held at the NJIT Campus Center on October 20th. This year’s Contest had more than 120 entries in 14 categories including Best Home Garden, Best Children’s Garden, Best Community Garden and Best Block in Newark.

For the complete list of City Gardens Contest winners and to read more about the Awards Ceremony, click here...