Camden Education Fund

We were excited to hear education highlighted in Mayor Vic’s 2026 State of the City Address.

At Camden Education Fund, we know that investing in students, schools, and educational opportunities is an investment in Camden’s future. We look forward to continuing this important work alongside our community partners.

2026 State of the City: Mayor Listed Gains, But Also Noted Schools Need Special Help 2026 State of the City: Mayor Listed Gains, But Also Noted Schools Need Special Help

As we close another school year, we’re grateful for a Board of Directors that brings deep expertise, thoughtful leadership, and an unwavering commitment to Camden’s students.

This year, together, we’ve accelerated student success, invested in educators, supported schools, and strengthened partnerships across our city. As we look ahead, we’re energized by the opportunities before us to continue to help shape the future of public education in Camden.

The next chapter for Camden’s students will not be written by any one organization alone. It will be written by a community willing to come together around a shared belief: that every child deserves access to opportunity, excellence, and a future filled with possibility.

Thank you to our board members for helping lead the way and to partners like Campbell's for graciously providing space for dialogue. As CEF continues to grow, we’re always interested in connecting with leaders who are passionate about educational opportunity and the future of Camden. If you’re as fired up about Camden as we are, we’d love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]

REMINDER: Applications close THIS Friday!

The deadline for the 2026 Youth Serving Organization (YSO) Grant Application is almost here. If your organization serves youth in Camden, now is the time to apply!

Please note: Organizations must have attended one of the mandatory information sessions in order to be eligible to apply.

Don’t miss this opportunity to receive funding and support for programs that empower young people in our community

Deadline: Friday, May 29, 2026

Flowers, trophies, surprise classroom visits, and $5,000 awards

The 2026 RISE Teacher Awards celebrated three incredible Camden educators making a lasting impact in their schools and classrooms every single day.

Congratulations to:
Reese Hart (Mastery Schools of Camden)
Naina Batra (KIPP New Jersey Public Schools)
Chioma Emeka-Obasi (Camden City School District)

Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and commitment to Camden students.

Special thanks to our partnering sponsors, American Water Charitable Foundation and Reworld, for helping make this celebration possible.

https://www.tapinto.net/towns/camden/sections/education/articles/visitors-with-flowers-trophies-and-5-000-checks-surprise-3-top-city-teachers

Visitors With Flowers, Trophies and $5,000 Checks Surprise 3 Top City Teachers Each year for the last six years, a group of visitors has stealthily stopped in on three Camden public schools with the single purpose of honoring three of the most respected city educators and...

Today, we had the honor of surprising three incredible educators with the 2026 RISE Teacher Award.

Congratulations to this year’s winners:

Reese Hart – Mastery Cramer Hill
Naina Batra – KIPP Lanning Square Primary School
Chioma Emeka-Obasi – Brimm Medical Arts High School

Each teacher received a $5,000 award and a special classroom visit recognizing their dedication, passion, and impact on Camden students.

A special thank you to our partnering sponsors, American Water Charitable Foundation and Reworld, for helping us celebrate and invest in outstanding educators across Camden.

Thank you for everything you do — your work does not go unnoticed.

We’re proud to celebrate the Class of 2026! 🎓

Camden’s 5th Annual College Signing Day brought together students, schools, families, and community partners to honor the next chapter…college, trade, or military.

“You didn’t just make it, you earned it.”

‘You Didn’t Just Make It, You Earned It,’ Camden Seniors On Their Way to College Told at Citywide Celebration ‘You Didn’t Just Make It, You Earned It,’ Camden Seniors On Their Way to College Told at Citywide Celebration