Foundation & Grantee News

Family Well-Being Advocates Gather for National Conference to Advance the Whole Family Approach

In this era of the dwindling middle class, addictions threatening families and communities, and social media influences, is there any way we can make a difference? Is there a way to increase family economic stability, improve interpersonal relationships and ensure child well-being? Practitioners of the Whole Family Approach believe there… Read More

Axe & Arrow

Axe & Arrow nominated for USA Today Readers’ Choice 10Best in the new brewery category

Axe and Arrow Brewery in South Jersey opened with a mission to make “just quality beer,” including classic styles and seasonal and experimental offerings. We are so excited that this THRIVE South Jersey Small Business Recipient is nominated for USA Today Readers’ Choice 10Best in the new brewery category. Cast your… Read More

Working Together for Working Families: The Whole Family Approach Conference

Today we’re here in Vineland, NJ for our 2020 Conference: Working Together for Working Families: The Whole Family Approach!

Transportation Initiatives Contribute to the Success of the Whole Family Approach

The English Creek-Tilton Road Community Shuttle and transportation initiatives in general, are a lifeline for families and a vital service for the community. We are so proud of our grantee, Cross County Connection, for making transportation services accessible to families striving to meet their goals. 

Becoming a Family’s Ally: Q&A with Isai García, Family Advocate

In any team sport, the players on the team work together to practice and execute game strategy to achieve a shared goal of winning their games. While the players do the work, the team’s coach provides thoughtful direction, resources and feedback to help guide the players to reach their full… Read More

Grantee Spotlight: South Jersey First Star Collaborative

We’re so proud of our grantee, First Star, for hosting a food drive. Community members brought in food and helped prepare Thanksgiving meals for families in need. First Star empowers foster teens and families through educational, community and family supports by implementing the Whole Family Approach.  Check out the video… Read More

Read the Pascale Sykes Foundation Annual Report

“An Annual Report is often viewed as a resume or employee evaluation: a chronicle of accomplishments, but shifting focus to the work ahead. This Annual Report is no exception. It notes activities and lessons learned during the past grant year, as well as focuses on our 2019-2020 activities and grantees. … Read More

Grantee Conference 2019

Pascale Sykes Foundation 2019 Grantee Conference

Collaboration. Lasting results. Powerful data. Reaching family’s full potential. These are just a few of the themes that surfaced during this year’s Pascale Sykes Foundation grantee conference. We are so honored to have the opportunity to fund and collaborate with such a dedicated group of family well-being advocates and service… Read More

Grantee Spotlight: THRIVE Awards a $200,000 Loan to CBAC to Support Entrepreneurs & Growing Small Businesses

Small businesses account for over 90% of all businesses located in Gloucester County, providing a much-needed boost to the South Jersey economy and ensuring jobs for local residents. Through its THRIVE South Jersey initiative, New Jersey Community Capital (NJCC) is pleased to provide a $200,000 loan to the Cooperative Business… Read More

Grantee Spotlight: Cross County Connection

We’re so proud of our grantee, Cross County Connection, for making amazing strides in transportation services! Shuttle ridership has grown by 159% in the last five years, from approximately 29,000 trips in 2015 to 80,000+ trips in 2019. And overall, 300,000 passenger trips have been provided.