NYA is pleased to announce that Lynn Tuorto, Transition Coordinator of Clifton Public Schools, has been awarded a capacity-building grant in the amount of $1,500. Her “Mobile Mustang” project will provide vocational training for 18-21 year old students with Autism.

Learn more about NYA’s Capacity-Building Grants.

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UPLIFT Supports Students Through Back-to-School Supply Distributions

In late August 2026, UPLIFT Academy distributed back-to-school supplies to students and families at five community partner locations: Alaaka Association, Masjid Fallahee, Masjid Mubarak, Masjid Muhammad, and Seminary Baptist Church. The backpacks were generously sponsored by Embrace Relief and the Turkish Cultural Center, helping students begin the new school year with essential supplies.

Summer Math Camp Students Celebrate Achievements at Certificate Ceremonies

UPLIFT Academy celebrated the completion of its 2026 Summer Math Camp programs with certificate ceremonies held for students across multiple locations. Each ceremony recognized students who completed an intensive two-week summer program that provided approximately 40 hours of math instruction. In addition to receiving certificates, students were also awarded Amazon gift cards in recognition of their hard work and achievement.

UPLIFT Academy’s 2026–27 Programs Begin October 17

UPLIFT Academy’s 2026–27 academic-year programs will begin on Saturday, October 17, bringing expanded academic support to students across three locations in Newark and Paterson. This year, programs will be offered at the UPLIFT Academy Learning Center in Newark, Seminary Baptist Church in Paterson, and New Birth Church (Iglesia Nuevo Nacimiento) in Paterson.