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Deadline

January 26, 2027

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Overview

Westfield Service League Grant Program

Overview: 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:

  • Email: wslgrants@gmail.com

  • 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

    How to Apply

    1. Request Application Form
    - Email wslgrants@gmail.com to request a grant application
    - 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
    - Submit completed application to wslgrants@gmail.com
    - 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)

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitsafter-schooleducationfood-pantrieshomelessyouth-programsseniorsfamily-servicesartshealthcareenvironmental-conservation

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