Westfield Service League Grant Program

The Westfield Service League (WSL) offers annual grants to non-profit organizations serving the Westfield and Union County communities. The organization has awarded close to $3 million in total from net proceeds of their thrift and consignment shops since inception, with over $90,000-$92,000 awarded annually to 40+ organizations.

Geographic Scope: Westfield and Union County, New Jersey

Focus Areas: The WSL supports a wide range of community causes including:

• After school and summer programs for children
• Educational programs for adults
• Food pantries and hunger relief
• Shelters and housing assistance
• Youth mentoring programs
• Environmental protection
• Crisis intervention and support services
• Arts and cultural organizations
• Healthcare and medical support organizations
• Senior services
• Family and social services

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
• Must serve Westfield or Union County communities

Award Information:

• Recent year (2024-2025): $92,613 distributed to 45 organizations
• Awards have ranged from smaller grants to organizations receiving funding for specific programs

Funding Source: Net proceeds from WSL Thrift & Consignment Shops and community donations

Selection Process: Grant applications are vetted by the WSL Grants Committee through:

• Site visits with organization representatives
• Review of financial statements
• Review of applications
• Committee discussion and recommendations
• Full membership vote for approval

Contact Information:

• Address: 114 Elmer St, Westfield, NJ 07090
• Phone: 908-233-2530 (Thrift Shop) or 908-232-1223 (Consignment Shop)
• Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9:30am-4pm, Saturday 10am-4pm

Background: Operating for over 90 years, the WSL has been a cornerstone of community service and philanthropy in the Westfield and Union County areas.

How to Apply

1. Request Application Form
   • Include your organization name and basic information
2. Prepare Required Materials
   • Complete the grant application form
   • Provide your organization's financial statements
   • Prepare organization background information
   • Describe the programs/services for which you are seeking funding
3. Submit Application
   • Ensure all required documentation is included
4. Committee Review Process
   • A Grants Committee member will contact your organization for a site visit and meeting
   • Meet with committee representative (usually on-site) to discuss your organization and funding needs
   • Committee will review financial statements and application materials
5. Approval Process
   • Committee discusses each application and makes recommendations
   • Full WSL membership votes on grant awards
   • Approved organizations are notified

Application Requirements

• 501(c)(3) status: Required
• Geographic service area: Must serve Westfield or Union County
• Financial statements: Must be provided for committee review
• Organization information: Overview and background of organization
• Program description: Details about programs/services funded by grant
• Site visit: Applicant organization must participate in committee site visit

Deadline

• Application Deadline: January 26, 2026 (for 2025-2026 grant cycle)