Giving Tuesday: Expand Your Impact Today for New Jersey's Next Leaders

Today is Giving Tuesday, the single biggest day of global generosity. If you’ve been waiting to make your gift, the time is now—because we have a brand new, high-impact program that needs your support to launch successfully.

Introducing the National Civics Bee
The Renaissance Newark Foundation (RNF), the 501(c)(3) affiliate of the Newark Regional Business Partnership, is thrilled to announce its inaugural role as a Regional Partner in the prestigious U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's National Civics Bee!

This nonpartisan competition encourages 6th, 7th, and 8th graders to deepen their understanding of American democracy and actively contribute to their communities. Students begin by submitting an essay proposing a solution to a problem facing their municipalities. The top finalists then compete in a live quiz event.

Why The National Civics Bee Matters:
The National Civics Bee is a powerful vehicle for RNF’s core mission: it inspires young minds to become informed, active citizens. By hosting the Regional Competition, RNF is directly cultivating the next generation of civic and business leaders right here in New Jersey.

Your Gift Directly Funds This Critical Launch
As a Regional Partner, RNF is responsible for funding the local elements that make this event empowering and memorable for our students. The success of the competition relies on your immediate support. Your Giving Tuesday donation today will directly support three critical needs for the Regional Competition:

• 💻 Technology for Competition: Purchasing or securing laptops or tablets for the finalists to use during the live civics quiz rounds.
• 💰 Cash Awards: Funding the cash prizes for the top regional winners, who will then advance to the State Finals.
• 📣 Promotion & Logistics: Covering the costs of outreach and promotion to ensure every eligible middle schooler in the region knows about and can participate in this free opportunity.
  

The Final Push: Support RNF Today
Last week, we highlighted our success with Navigating Newark. Today, on Giving Tuesday, we ask you to invest in the newest initiative that will shape our region's future by empowering its youth.

Informed and active citizens create a stronger country, a stronger economy, and a stronger workforce. By supporting RNF today, you are giving middle schoolers the platform, the tools, and the recognition they need to become tomorrow's leaders.

Please make your tax-deductible gift now and help us launch the inaugural National Civics Bee in New Jersey!

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