Learn more about the King’s Daughter Day School, one of Turrell’s clients
Learn more about the King's Daughter Day School, one of Turrell's clients
Our Mission
The Turrell Fund financially & strategically supports organizations which provide quality services to children, especially the youngest and the underserved.
ZERO TO THREE, HealthySteps
Focus Areas
Greater Bergen Community Action
Head Start Program students at Greater Bergen Community Action, a K-12 organization supported by Turrell.
Newark Museum
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Jan 1 – Feb 1 & July 1 – Aug 1
We award our grants to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations with projects and portfolios especially for the youngest in New Jersey and Vermont.
Please read and review our Guidelines before beginning an application to the Turrell Fund.
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Parents and their young children at @newarkschoolofthearts create both memories and music together during Music & Movement class!
The Newark School of the Arts (NSA) offers Early Childhood Music & Movement class for infants ages 3 months all the way to 3 years old. The class allows young children to play, sing, chant, and dance with the parents to develop their rhythmic, tonal and physical skills.
The Turrell Fund is proud to support NSA’s mission of providing quality arts and music education to NJ youth and families that is both affordable and accessible. Thank you for all you do!
Apr 16
Last month, Turrell staffers Evan and Dareen visited @thekingsdaughtersdayschool to discuss programs, as well as challenges within early education.
Check out our website to read more about our day, which ended with Turrell President of Programs Evan Delgado reading a story to the students!
King`s Daughters Day School (KDDS) provides children of working mothers and caregivers with educational programs in a nurturing environment. KDDS` programs include: toddler/infant care, preschool, school-age, music and summer camp.
The Turrell Fund is proud to support KDDS and its mission in providing excellent educational resources for families and children. Thank you for all you do!
Apr 9
During a child’s first 3 years, @ZEROTOTHREE found that relationships help the brain develop new connections.
That’s why Turrell focuses on organizations that support families with children ages 0-3.
The Turrell Fund thanks ZERO TO THREE for providing resources and prioritizing education on the importance of early childhood development!
Apr 4
Parents and their children have the most fun during @familycenterwashingtonco Playgroup!
The Family Center of Washington County serves Vermont children and families through a variety of programs. Families with children ages 0-5 are able to attend Playgroups that help engage everyone through play spaces and discussion.
The Turrell Fund proudly supports the Family Center of Washington County for providing VT families and children with the resources to grow and learn together!
Apr 2
Trying new foods is more fun through interactive lesson with @greaterbergen! Head Start students learned about potatoes, how they can be eaten and learned how to prepare them.
Greater Bergen Community Action’s Head Start program serves children ages 0-5 from Bergen County, Jersey City, Paterson, and Prospect Park, NJ. Children prepare for kindergarten, but also for life beyond through a variety of educational programs.
The Turrell Fund is proud to support Greater Bergen for providing resources for NJ families and children. Thank you for all you do!
Mar 28
Check out these photos from the Sugar on Snow celebration with @winston.prouty.center this past winter! Children and families shaved ice into bowls, added warm maple syrup and enjoyed the sweet treat!
The Winston Prouty Center for Child and Family Development in Brattleboro, VT serves children ages six weeks through age 5. Families have access to child care, as well as engaging educational programs.
The Turrell Fund thanks the Winston Prouty Center for supporting VT families and their children through a variety of programs!
Mar 26
The Turrell Fund congratulates the NJ Safe Babies Court Team leadership staff, Erica, Davetta, and Dave, on their workshop “Partnerships Towards Permanency,” delivered to the 2024 AOC Children in Court and Race Equity Conference!
It was well received by the full room of attendees including judges, attorneys, child welfare staff, and advocates from across the state. And thank you to the AOC and conference planning committee for the opportunity!
For more information on Safe Babies, check out the link in our bio.
You can also find more about Turrell’s partnership with SBCT on our website on the “Strategic Initiatives” page.
Mar 20
Hands-on learning is the best way for @tgfymca students to get preschool ready!
The Gateway Family YMCA serves families in Eastern Union County and Northern Middlesex County with programs for all ages. Its Preschool Program helps prepare children ages 3 to 4 for school through activities that develop their social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth.
The Turrell Fund proudly supports the Gateway Family YMCA’s mission of providing NJ youth and families with educational resources that are also fun. Thank you for all you do!
(Photo waivers were signed by parents)
Mar 19
Roasting marshmallows over the fire is fun, but @citybloom87 takes it a step further with campfire cooking for the whole family during the Saturday Family Adventure program!
The Greater Newark Conservancy’s Saturday Family Adventure hosts educational STEAM activities for the entire family. As students learn about the environment and how to interact with it, they’re also encouraged to collaborate with one another.
The Turrell Fund thanks the Great Newark Conservancy for providing NJ families with a community to learn through educational and hands-on programs. We appreciate all that you do!
Mar 14
Calling all NJ-based practices!
The New Jersey Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (NJAAP) @ameracadpeds announced a RFP to join the HRSA-funded NJ SEEDlings (Supporting Equity in Early Development) Program.
Selected practices will receive substantial financial support to participate in a 2-year partnership with NJAAP and partners to:
(1) Launch the @zerotothree HealthySteps model; (2) Integrate a Family Resource Specialist (FRS) peer-support for families; (3) Engage in a 6-month QI virtual learning collaborative; and (4) Receive tailored clinical QI coaching.
Applications are due Friday, March 29.
Register for the informational webinar on Wed. 3/20 @ 12 PM using the QR code, or check out the link in our bio!
Mar 11
Check out these young dancers’ performance from @smapa_dance Prime Time Summer Arts program!
Sharron Miller’s Academy for the Performing Arts (SMAPA) offers dance classes for all levels, with the Prime Time Summer Arts programming starting at the basics. Students take classes for different types of dance, then work as a group to create a show at the end of the program!
The Fund is a proud supporter of SMAPA and its mission in providing developmental dance training for students of all ages and levels. Thank you for all you do!
Mar 11
The best science projects also include art! These colorful salt snowflakes made by @bgcppnj Club Kids as part of a STEAM project to learn about how salt absorbs moisture!
The Boys and Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic (BGCPPNJ) offers educational programs that are both productive and fun for the Club program. Their academic programing includes high-yield learning activities woven into daily routines for Club kids.
The Turrell Fund is proud to support BGCPPNJ’s mission of providing students with engaging educational programming that prepares them for success. Thank you for all you do!
Mar 7
Young readers always have a fun day during Story Time at the Glover Public Library!
The Glover Public Library serves the Vermont community with programs that help cultivate a love of reading for families and young children.
The Turrell Fund supports the Glover Public Library’s mission in providing VT families and young children with community programs that incorporate reading and fun. Thank you for all you do!
Mar 5
Having a powerful imagination can help inspire creativity in all aspects of the arts, especially for @newarkschoolofthearts students learning to create their own work!
The Newark School of the Arts (NSA) offers its new BRIDGE program to children ages 4 -7 years old to immerse students into art, dance, drama and music. Children are encouraged to use their imagination to engage in dialogue, explore emotions and lead their own performances.
The Fund thanks NSA for providing a comprehensive arts education for students of all ages, with the goal of bringing the community closer together!
Feb 29
What’s better than listening to dinosaur stories? Making your own dinosaur at the Dailey Memorial Library!
Every Tuesday, Dailey Memorial Library holds Preschool Story Time for children ages 0-6. Kids are able to listen to stories, play games, sing songs and end the day with a craft. These young readers were able to use special clay to create their own dinosaurs.
The Turrell Fund supports Dailey Memorial Library’s mission building a foundation for a love of learning and creativity for young children in Vermont. Thank you for all you do!
Feb 26
Check out this photo from the @njsymphony Education Team at the Van Vleck during their 2024 planning retreat!
The New Jersey Symphony provides education and community engagement in the greater Newark area for students of all ages. Some programs include the Youth Orchestra, concerts for youth and the Preschool Program.
The Fund proudly supports NJ Symphony’s mission of connecting NJ youth of different communities through musical education and performances. Thank you for all you do!
Feb 22
Learning to play the piano can be a challenge, but @wharton_arts makes it fun!
The Wharton Performing Arts School offers Pathway to Piano classes that allow young children to develop keyboard skills and learn more about music.
Wharton Arts also provides a variety of performing arts programs, from instrumental instruction to musical theater, for students of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds.
The Turrell Fund is proud to support Wharton Arts’ mission in fostering community through music education. Thank you for all you do!
Feb 20
On Feb. 9, Turrell President of Programs Evan Delgado visited @clintonhillcommunityaction for a tour of the Early Learning Center and press conference hosted by @repsherril about bipartisan tax legislation that boosts the Child Tax Credit (CTC).
Majority Lead of the NJ Senate @senmteresaruiz, Assemblywoman Eliane Pintor Marin, Peter Rosario from @lacasanwk and Meghan Tavormina from @njaeyc were in attendance as well.
According to Evan, all present were excited to come together in support of critical economic and child care supports for families.
Feb 15
On February 1, the Turrell Fund team along with partners from @newarkschoolofthearts and @njpac attended a seminar hosted by the @lctheater Education Team. The seminar exemplified models from LCT`s community programming to engage students in arts, literature, theater, and more. Attendees then discussed innovative arts education models and shared opportunities for partnership.
Thank you to LCT for hosting this seminar! The Fund is excited to join along in understanding arts education and how to better support clients in serving communities, children and their families.
Feb 13
@writeonsports will be providing a “Write on Arts” summer camp in 2024!
Write on Sports has given middle school students from underserved communities the opportunity to develop their reading and writing skills through journalism.
While the current program has mainly centered on sports journalism, the summer camp will allow students to focus more on expressing themselves through the arts.
To read more about the Write on Arts 2024 summer camp, visit the link in our bio.
Feb 7
News & Resources
NJSEEDlings' goal is to transform pediatric primary care for children ages 0-5 eligible for NJ FamilyCare or who are uninsured.
NJAAP Announces RFA for Practices to Join NJ SEEDlings
The goal of NJSEEDlings is to transform pediatric primary care for children ages 0-5 eligible for NJ FamilyCare or who are uninsured.
The Report shares insights from Turrell staff, grant distributions, financial summaries, and more.
Turrell Fund Publishes 2022 Annual Report
The Report shares insights from Turrell staff, grant distributions, financial summaries, and more.