Member Opportunities / Calendar of Events
Impact100 Essex hosts a variety of events throughout the year that include Information Sessions for potential members, and Member Events. Take a look at our upcoming events. We hope to see you at the next one!
In addition, members are involved in our grant review process throughout the year. Find key dates below.
Member Opportunities in the Grant Review Process
2026-27 Grant Review Engagement Opportunities
June 18: Garden Party and Member Social
September 1: “Find Your Fit” Member and Prospective Member Event
Late Fall: Sign up for Impact Grant Review
Winter: Impact Grant Application Reading Period, Impact Grant Review Team Meetings
March: Impact Grant Semi-Finalists Announced
April: Impact Grant Finalists Announced
May: Annual Meeting & Fireside Chat with Impact Grant Finalists; Impact Grant Recipient Announced
Meet & Mingle
Impact Meet & Mingle
An Impact100 Essex Social
Good Conversation. Great Women. Meaningful Connections.
Date/Time: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Location: Short Hills, NJ (address shared upon RSVP)
Open to all members and prospective members! Join us for a relaxed afternoon of conversation, laughter and connection.
Let us know if you can make it at the link below, and we'll give you all the details!
“Find Your Fit” Fair
Save the Date!
We hope you’ll join us for our “Find Your Fit” Fair, our first member event of this giving cycle. Whether you're a brand new member or a seasoned one, bring a friend and come find out more about Impact100 Essex and how you can get more involved!
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 1st, 6 PM
Location: Branch Brook Park’s Cherry Blossom Center (it’s easy to get to, and there’s plenty of parking!)
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Co-Chair Conversation (Virtual)
Date & Time: Thursday, July 30th, 5-6PM
Location: Virtual (via Zoom)
Ask questions about our grants approach this year, or just jump on to say hello!
✨ Zoom link is provided in email to from Co-Chairs to our membership, dated July 23rd
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Garden Party and 2026-2027 Member Welcome
Garden Party and Member Welcome
Wednesday, June 17th, 2026, 6-8PM
Location: Member’s home in Montclair (details provided after RSVP - please register via the green button below)
Everyone loves our June Garden Party! Please join us for this evening of celebration and connection, when our new and returning members gather to meet one another and find out about all the exciting ways to get involved in our chapter.
Let us know if you can make it at the link below, and we'll give you all the details on where it is and how to get there!
Annual Meeting
Annual Awards Meeting
Mark Your Calendars!
Please join us on Thursday, May 14th at 6pm for our Annual Meeting.
Location: Seton Hall University, Bethany Hall, 400 S. Orange Ave, South Orange, NJ
We are excited to gather and celebrate our 9th grant cycle! More details are on the way, but for now, be sure to clear your calendar for: Thursday, May 14.
Come and meet the finalists for our $100,000 Impact Grant. They will share insights into their mission and their work in a moderated "fireside chat." Reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, and gain a deeper understanding of our finalists’ incredible work.
Join us as we celebrate impact, connect as a community, and built toward what’s next.
Mix & Mingle (Montclair)
Meet and Mingle
We have granted more than 1.3 million dollars to 70+ local nonprofits in the last nine years.
Learn more about our giving collaborative! Join current members & Impact-curious women at a mix & mingle at a Montclair member’s home, to learn about the work we do and our upcoming 10th Anniversary giving cycle.
Date & Time: Monday, May 4th, 2026, 6-8 PM
Location: Member’s home in Montclair (RSVP for details)
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Virtual Open House
Why Join Impact100 Essex?
Virtual Open House! Wed April 22nd, 12:30pm
We have granted more than $1.3 million to 70+ local nonprofits in the last 9 years. Join us to discuss Impact100 Essex Membership! Learn who we are, what we do, and how we do it. This event will be great for curious prospective members as well as new members who’d like to learn more or become more involved.
This session will meet via Zoom, with details shared after you register.
Deadline for 2026-27 membership is May 31st. Join us now to learn more!
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Coffee with Impact100
We are excited to invite you to our next Renew & Recruit event:
Date & Time: Saturday, April 11th, 1-2:30 pm
Location: Baird Center, South Orange
Are you new to our giving collaborative, or are you “Impact Curious”? Join us for Coffee with Impact100!
Why Impact100 Essex? How does collective giving work? What have we accomplished? How do you get involved? Bring your questions and join us for a casual conversation with our leadership team, including Sunita Chaudhuri, Co-Chair, and Shikera Usher, MPA, Fellow and Impact Grant Facilitator.
✨ RSVP for details
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Connections & Conversations: Women in the Boardroom - Benefiting from a Nonprofit Board Journey
We are excited to invite you to our next Connections & Conversations event:
Women in the Boardroom: Benefiting from a Nonprofit Board Journey
Date & Time: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 7-8:30 PM
Location: Virtual (RSVP for details)
Join us for an engaging and thoughtful panel discussion featuring Impact100 Essex members who are actively serving on nonprofit boards. Our conversation will be moderated by Vicki Fernandez, and panelists include Celia King, Tint Tint Yap, Heather Small, and Kristin Stuek.
Together, we’ll explore:
How serving on a nonprofit board can deepen your impact beyond philanthropy
What to consider when choosing the right board for your personal and professional growth
The leadership skills gained through board service
How to position yourself for meaningful board opportunities
Whether you are currently serving on a board, considering joining one, or simply curious about what board leadership entails, this event will offer valuable insight and inspiration.
✨ Register now to reserve your spot.
We look forward to a meaningful evening of connection and conversation with you.
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Virtual Open House & Membership Drive
The clock is ticking! Our new year begins May 1 and we will welcome new members until the end of May. If you are new member or a curious potential member, or if you know someone who might be, please join us for a virtual open house and member welcome on Monday March 23rd from 12:30-1:30pm.
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Mix & Mingle Member Welcome
Mix and Mingle
We have granted more than 1.3 million dollars to local nonprofits since 2017.
Learn more about our giving collaborative! We are welcoming new members for our 2026-27 grant cycle. Join us for a Mix & Mingle Member Welcome to learn more!
Date & Time: Thursday, March 12th, 2026, 6-8 PM
Location: South Orange (RSVP for details)
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Women@NJPAC’s Annual Gathering of Givers
March 6th is Women@NJPAC's Annual Gathering of Givers event
On March 6th, International Women’s Day, you are invited to join a remarkable community of women at Women@NJPAC's annual Gathering of Givers.
Impact100 Essex is a founding partner of this event. It's a wonderful occasion that celebrates the women who guide our institutions, lead our state and shape our communities. Tickets are $50.
Update: just announced! One of our own members - Amina Bey of the Newark City Council - is one of the speakers along with several other notable speakers. And if you use code GOG2026, tickets will be only $40!
Learn more and purchase tickets on the NJPAC website at njpac.org/givers.
Connections & Conversations: Voices from Our Equity Grantees
Connections & Conversations: On the Ground - Voices from Our 2025 Equity Grantees
Join us for this virtual panel discussion and learn about the current nonprofit landscape from our 2025 Equity Grantees.
Date & Time: Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 7-8 PM
Location: Virtual (RSVP for details)
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Mix & Mingle
Meet and Mingle
We have granted more than 1.3 million dollars to 70+ local nonprofits in the last nine years.
Learn more about our giving collaborative! Join current members & Impact-curious women at a mix & mingle at a Montclair member’s home, to learn about the work we do and our upcoming 10th Anniversary giving cycle.
Date & Time: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 6-8 PM
Location: Member’s home in Montclair (RSVP for details)
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
5th Annual Equity Grant Celebration
5th Annual Equity Grant Celebration
Join us for an evening filled with excitement, inspiration, and celebration as we honor local organizations making a difference in our community.
Date & Time: Thursday, December 11th, 6-8pm
Location: The Pillars, 33 Washington Street, Newark
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Exploring the Why of Deeper Involvement
Exploring the Why of Deeper Involvement
Come to the Table: A conversation with Celia King and Margo Greenfield
Join Impact members and leaders for light bites and conversation exploring the drivers and rewards of engagement: why we joined and why we stay.
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 19, 11:30 am
Location: McLoone’s Boathouse, 9 Cherry Lane, West Orange
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Member Mingle
Meet and Mingle
Gather at a member's home in Maplewood. Come for this social event, get to know each other, and discuss our recent Equity Grant process and recipients. Light appetizers and beverages will be provided!
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 12, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Location: Member’s home in Maplewood (RSVP for details)
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Grant Launch Pad
Connect, Learn & Launch!
Discover what makes Impact100 Essex unique and learn about the two types of grants we award each year. We'll also share how you can get involved, what you can expect as a member, and the many ways you can benefit from this rewarding experience.
Date: September 17, 2025
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Location: Wally Choice Community Center, Glenfield Park, 49 Maple Avenue, Montclair NJ
Equity Grant Info Session for Nonprofits (Virtual)
We are pleased to invite nonprofits to a Virtual Equity Grant Information Session on Wednesday, July 30th, from 4:30-5:30 pm ET via Zoom.
This session will provide valuable insights for potential applicants into our Equity Grant strategy.
During this session we will:
Provide an Overview of Equity Grants (EG)
Share EG Purpose and Benefits
Describe the Application & Review Process
Answer your questions
Register via this link or by clicking the green button below
Note: We understand that scheduling conflicts may arise, so this session will be recorded and made available for those who cannot attend live.
Please email us at grants@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Equity Grant Info Session for Members (Virtual)
The 2025 Equity Grant cycle launches August 1! If you’re looking to get more involved, consider joining a review team for this transformative initiative supporting underfunded, BIPOC-led nonprofits in Essex County.
Learn about our Equity Grant Review Teams: All members are welcome! You’ll dive deeper into our work, connect with fellow members, and learn more about key issues in Essex County.
Here’s what’s involved:
Watch a 45-minute training on your own time in August
Review 6–9 short proposals
Join team meetings in September and October to select finalists
Register HERE for a virtual info session to find out more: Tuesday, July 29 from 6-6:45pm (Zoom link will be provided upon registration.)
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Garden Party and 2025-2026 Member Welcome
Garden Party and Member Welcome
Wednesday, June 18th, 2025, 6-8PM
Location: Member’s home in Montclair (details provided after RSVP - please register via the green button below)
Join us for this casual annual event to celebrate the start of the new membership cycle. We’ll gather at a member’s home and garden in Montclair for light appetizers and beverages.
Connect with old friends, meet new members, learn about our working committees, grant cycle and how you can become more involved if you desire!
Connections & Conversations: Conversations with the Co-Chairs
Conversation with the Co-Chairs
Why Impact100 Essex? How does collective giving work? What challenges does the organization face in the coming grant cycle? Bring your questions and join us for a casual conversation with our leadership team.
Date & Time: Thursday, May 15th, 6:30 - 8pm
Location: Sankofa Cafe, 319 Orange Rd, Montclair NJ 07042
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Annual Meeting
8th Annual Awards Meeting
Please join us on Tuesday, April 29th at 6pm for our Annual Meeting at Bethany Hall on the campus of Seton Hall University in South Orange.
We are so excited to gather together!
Come and meet the finalists for our $100,000 Impact Grant. They will share insights into their mission and their work in a moderated "fireside chat." Reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, and gain a deeper understanding of our finalists’ incredible work.
New this year: fireside chat replaces recorded videos sent ahead of time. Voting begins after the annual meeting and continues for two days. Award recipient revealed once voting ends. Detailed summaries and applications from each finalist to be sent ahead of the Annual Meeting for your review as done each year. Detailed schedule will be sent to members.
We expect a very engaging meeting and look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP below.
Location: Bethany Hall, 400 South Orange Ave, South Orange NJ
Virtual Open House & Member Welcome
The clock is ticking! Our new year begins May 1 and we will welcome new members until the end of May. If you are new member or a curious potential member, or if you know someone who might be, please join us for a virtual open house and member welcome on Tuesday April 22 at either noon or 7pm. (Yes - we are offering both for your convenience.)
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Meet & Greet in Bloomfield NJ
Our membership drive continues through April. Now is the time to learn about the work we do supporting nonprofits in Essex County. Please join us, or send an interested friend, for a casual get together and conversation.
When: Wednesday, April 2nd, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Where: Bacchanal Junction, 558 Arlington Avenue, Bloomfield NJ
Please RSVP here or below.
Impact100 Essex is a growing philanthropic, collective giving group funded by women with roots and/or interest in Essex County. Together, we have granted over one million dollars to more than 45 local nonprofits. Our grants range from $1,000 to $100,000, and include mission-based funding and project-based funding, as well as the underwriting of individual memberships.
Members participate as little or as much as their time allows and all are welcome at our working, celebratory, learning, volunteer, and social events throughout the year.
Connections & Conversations: Intergenerational and Intercultural Mentorship (Virtual)
CONNECTIONS & CONVERSATIONS: Leading From Within: Intergenerational & Intercultural Mentorship
Join the Nonprofit Professionals of Color Collective and Impact100 Essex for an inspiring workshop with Paulaska Ramirez, founder of Generation Fearless! Together, we’ll explore the power of mentorship across generations and cultures, uncovering strategies to build meaningful, transformative relationships that foster growth, leadership, and resilience.
Whether you're seeking a mentor, looking to mentor others, or aiming to strengthen your leadership skills, this session is for you! Let’s learn, connect, and lead—together.
Date: Friday, March 28th
Time & Location: 1:00 - 2:30 PM, Virtual (via Zoom)
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Renew & Recruit: Pizza Lunch (Maplewood)
Curious about collective giving? Looking for a way to collaborate with like minded women to fund nonprofits working in our community? Please join us to learn how you too can become a local change-maker, and enjoy a slice of NJ’s best pizza with us at Artie’s in Maplewood.
Register here for details
When: Friday, March 14th, 11:45 am
Where: Artie’s, 15 Newark Way, Maplewood NJ
Please RSVP here or below.
Impact100 Essex is a growing philanthropic, collective giving group funded by women with roots and/or interest in Essex County. Together, we have granted over one million dollars to more than 45 local nonprofits. Our grants range from $1,000 to $100,000, and include mission-based funding and project-based funding, as well as the underwriting of individual memberships.
Members participate as little or as much as their time allows and all are welcome at our working, celebratory, learning, volunteer, and social events throughout the year.
Connections & Conversations: Pathway to Impact Involvement & Leadership (Virtual)
CONNECTIONS & CONVERSATIONS: Pathway to Impact Involvement and Leadership: A virtual conversation with current Impact leaders
Join us for an engaging dialogue hosted by members Jee-Hoon Krska and Susan Schear as they introduce current Impact leaders and discuss how and why to be more involved.
Date: Wednesday, March 12
Time & Location: 12:15pm OR 7pm via zoom
You're invited to join us on Wednesday March 12th, for an engaging online session focused on developing the next generation of Impacti00 Essex leaders! Hear firsthand from current and past leaders about their experiences, insights, and lessons learned. This is also a great opportunity to share your ideas, ask questions, and explore ways to get more involved. Whether you're considering a leadership role or simply want to contribute to the future of Impacti00 Essex, this conversation is for you!
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.
Women@NJPAC’s Annual Gathering of Givers
March 7th is Women@NJPAC's fantastic annual event “A Gathering of Givers.”
Impact100 Essex is a founding partner of this event. The year's theme is "breaking boundaries" and speakers include our own member Nell Painter.
Learn more and purchase tickets on the NJPAC website at njpac.org/givers.
Recruit & Renew: Virtual Open House
Our 2025-26 membership drive is in full swing! Curious about collective giving? Looking for a way to collaborate with like minded women to fund nonprofits working in our community? Please join us to learn how you too can become a local change-maker.
Register HERE. (Zoom link will be provided upon registration.)
Impact100 Essex is a growing philanthropic, collective giving group funded by women with roots and/or interest in Essex County. Together, we have granted over one million dollars to more than 45 local nonprofits. Our grants range from $1,000 to $100,000, and include mission-based funding and project-based funding, as well as the underwriting of individual memberships.
Members participate as little or as much as their time allows and all are welcome at our working, celebratory, learning, volunteer, and social events throughout the year.
Please email us at membership@impact100essex.org if you have any issues or questions.