JAR is a proud supporter of New York Cares’ Career Preparation and Education programs for individuals reentering the workforce. This program supports individuals who have recently returned home from incarceration. Volunteer-led workshops facilitate the skills and attitudes clients need to attain employment and succeed in their new roles. In doing so, New York Cares combats

Harlem Girls Cheer was one of two JAR Amplify Your Impact pilot year grant prize winners. The AYI grant supports emerging high-potential local nonprofits whose missions align with one of the three JAR program areas: youth and education, criminal justice, and neighborhoods. The grant program includes a one-time cash award and media connections and workshops

Guns Down, Inc. was one of two JAR Amplify Your Impact pilot year grant prize winners. The AYI grant supports emerging high-potential local nonprofits whose missions align with one of the three JAR program areas: youth and education, criminal justice, and neighborhoods. The grant program includes a one-time cash award and media connections and workshops

The JAR Forum for a Safer NYC sparks dialogue and change by bringing together community leaders, city government officials, nonprofit staff, academics, and other stakeholders to discuss critical issues of safety and wellbeing in New York City.  This spring, JAR held its 4th bi-annual Forum for a Safer NYC: “Our Neighbors in Crisis: Addressing Homelessness