Give Chances is a nonprofit organization based in New Jersey that empowers low-income immigrants and families to achieve long-term economic security through interconnected programs in education, inclusive employment, youth leadership, family support, and mental wellness. Founded in 2011 and refocused in 2015 to serve immigrant families facing systemic barriers, we now serve over 570 individuals annually across New Jersey, New York, and beyond.

Our mission is to "give chances" to underprivileged individuals and make changes in our communities through education and job training designed to be effective, efficient, and accessible. Our programs are intentionally designed with cultural competency, language accessibility, and diverse family structures in mind.

Core Programs:

Joyful Learning - Academic Support & Enrichment

• Individualized after-school academic instruction for elementary and middle school students
• ESL support and tutoring in math, reading, and core subjects
• Enrichment classes in storytelling, visual arts, and STEAM
• Social-emotional learning integration
• Bilingual caregiver workshops for school navigation
• Small group instruction with personalized attention

DDartists (Artists with Developmental Disabilities) - Inclusive Employment Program

• Paid employment opportunities for young artists with developmental disabilities
• Creative training in digital illustration, sticker design, and art product packaging
• Weekly studio sessions and skill development
• Public exhibitions and pop-up events participation
• Income generation through product sales and stipends
• Independence and self-advocacy skill building

Chance Makers - Youth Leadership Development

• Leadership training for middle and high school students
• Public speaking and communication skills
• Project-based learning and community service
• Mental health resilience education
• College and career readiness preparation
• Peer mentorship opportunities

Dream & Hope and Community Outreach - Family Support

• Direct aid: food assistance, school supplies, scholarships
• Financial literacy and budgeting seminars
• Bilingual case management and resource referrals
• Fungrow early childhood education program 
• Parent engagement workshops
• Access to multilingual legal and financial services

Give Chances operates on the understanding that educational challenges are interconnected with employment, mental health, and intergenerational care needs. We maintain partnerships with schools, local governments, community organizations, and multilingual service providers to enhance reach, build trust, and sustain long-term outcomes for families moving from crisis to confidence and community leadership.

Locations:

• Jersey City Learning Center (Art Education Program)
  2681 John F Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07306
• Leonia Learning Center
  396 Broad Ave, Leonia, NJ 07605
• Parsippany Learning Center
  356 Changebridge Rd. Pine Brook, NJ 07058
• Palisades Park Learning Center
  500 Broad Ave. Palisades Park, NJ 07650

Age Groups	Children Adolescents Adults
Community Services	Arts & Recreation Art / Writing / Poetry Community Community Education Volunteer Opportunities Education English as a Second Language (ESL) Tutoring / Enrichment Employment / Training Supported Employment Family & Support Services Child Care / After School Family Support Youth Groups Seasonal Programs Summer Camp
Treatment Services	In-Community Services Mentoring Outreach Services Parent Coaching / Mentoring
Payment Types	County Funding Division of Developmental Disabilities Low Cost / Donation Scholarships / Financial Aid State Funding
Language Spoken	Korean
Areas Served	Bergen County Hudson County Morris County

Last Updated: 02/21/26