Rahway Community Action Organization

Our Rahway Family Success Center is experiencing major funding cuts at a time we are serving more households than ever - 787 in 2025 to be exact.

As home to the Center since 2015, RCAO knows first-hand the value of the services and programs which fall into four major categories to strengthen families and help them navigate times of crisis.

We are working our hardest to continue to try to meet the needs of our community, but cannot do it alone. Please help us bridge the gap while we pursue alternate funding options to ensure the most vulnerable in our community are not forgotten. Donate today at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/help-us-help-our-community-3

Once again we earned a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, champions of transparency who believe information is key to driving change in our communities. This means your donation is in good hands! Your support goes directly to our programs - early childhood education, child care, food pantry, family success - and makes an immediate impact in meeting the needs of our community. Donate today at https://www.rahwaycao.org/donate

As a Kids Cafe program site, we are honored to have been chosen as the host for Stop & Shop's check presentation to The Community FoodBank of New Jersey to continue to help fight food insecurity for our region's youngest citizens. We are grateful for the support to be able to provide nourishing after-school meals each day and during summer break.

🐰🥚 Egg-citement is in the air! In partnership with the City of Rahway, the Rahway Family Success Center, Helping Hands Learning Academy, and RCAO — we are so excited to bring you another year of fun!

Join us for the Easter Egg Dash on Saturday, April 4th from 11AM–1PM at Howard Field, 1292 Stockton St., Rahway, NJ! 🌷

Hunt for golden eggs to claim a prize, meet the Easter Bunny, enjoy face painting, bounce houses, and so much more! 🎨🏰

All the details are in the flyer — see you there! 🐣✨

Something egg-citing is coming to Rahway!

In collaboration with the City of Rahway and alongside our incredible community partners, we’re thrilled to invite you to our Easter Egg Dash On April 4th from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Howard Field, Rahway, NJ 07065.

Get ready for a high-energy, joy-filled event packed with music, games, treats, and unforgettable family moments!

🥚 17 golden eggs are hidden! Find one with a golden ticket inside and win a special prize!

🔔 Important: Registration is a MUST! Scan the QR code on the flyer to secure your spot.

🍎 Celebrating National CACFP Week! 🍎

Rahway Community Action Organization (RCAO) is proud to celebrate National CACFP Week (March 15–21, 2026). As a licensed childcare center participating in the Child and Adult Care Food Program, we are committed to providing healthy, nutritious meals that support the growth and development of the children in our care.

Together, we are helping build healthy kids, stronger families, and brighter futures.

💖 February is full of learning, celebration, and family fun at the Helping Hands Learning Academy!

This month features our 100th Day of School celebration and Family Paint & Sip Night. Please note the early dismissal on Wednesday 2/4, and school closure on Monday 2/16 in observance of Presidents’ Day.

Questions? We’re always here to help!
📧 [email protected]
📞 (732) 382-9311

⏰ Reminder! Our Virtual Financial Literacy Workshop is happening tomorrow.
Join us to learn practical tools to help you budget, save, and plan for your financial future 💻💰

📅 Tomorrow — Friday, January 16
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Virtual

📧 Email [email protected] to receive the meeting link.

🎬 Our Year in Review

Take a few minutes to watch our video celebrating the impact powered by our community, partners, and supporters. From families served to programs strengthened, this recap highlights the difference RCAO continues to make every day.

RCAO's 2025 Year in Review We’re proud to share our 2025 Year in Review video highlighting the impact made possible by our community, partners, and supporters!

📚✨ Storytime magic with Ms. Liz from the Rahway Public Library!

Our infant and toddler students recently enjoyed a cozy lap-sit read-aloud and sing-along filled with smiles, music, and early literacy fun. Our preschool classrooms also loved participating in engaging stories and activities—both at the center and during visits to the Rahway Public Library.

These special experiences help foster a lifelong love of books, songs, and learning across all age groups.