Isaiah House Receives Transformative $2M Grant from Yield Giving, Funded by MacKenzie Scott
East Orange, NJ, March 19, 2024 – Isaiah House, a beacon of hope for Essex County’s most vulnerable populations, is proud to announce it has been awarded a transformative $2 million grant from MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving initiative. This significant accolade places Isaiah House among an elite group of organizations recognized in the Yield Giving Open Call for their exceptional work in supporting communities with the greatest needs in the United States.
A Milestone Achievement
The Yield Giving Open Call attracted over 6,353 applications, with an initial plan to award 250 organizations $1 million each. However, the outstanding quality of work demonstrated by applicants like Isaiah House prompted the donor team to increase both the number of awardees and the grant amounts. Isaiah House’s selection, particularly with a doubled grant of $2 million, underscores the organization’s exemplary service and its pivotal role in community support.
Zammeah Bivins-Gibson, Executive Director of Isaiah House, expressed her gratitude: “This award from Yield Giving is a monumental affirmation of the hard work and dedication of our team. It enables us to expand our reach and deepen our impact, providing more comprehensive support to those in need. We are immensely thankful to MacKenzie Scott, Yield Giving, and Lever for Change for this opportunity to enhance our services and change lives.”
Building on a Legacy of Service
As Isaiah House looks to the future, this grant marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, enabling the launch of our eagerly awaited facility on 14th Street in East Orange. This new location will support populations that have either exhausted eligibility for funding due to no fault of their own, don’t qualify for any funding source (such as undocumented families or those who fall slightly between the cracks), and unhoused women seeking support with sobriety so that they can remain with their children. We are excited to bring this programming to life, enhancing our community’s well-being and support network.
The organization invites the community and supporters to join in this journey of empowerment and social change. For more information on how you can support Isaiah House, please visit IsaiahHouse.org.
About Isaiah House
For over 35 years, Isaiah House has been dedicated to providing essential services to homeless and at-risk families in Essex County, NJ. Offering more than just shelter, Isaiah House provides comprehensive support, including food assistance, healthcare, educational programs, and job training, with a focus on empowerment and long-term self-sufficiency. Our food pantry, emergency shelter, and targeted programs such as the HIV program and reintegration initiatives for women have touched the lives of countless individuals and families, driving positive change in the community.
About Yield Giving
Yield Giving, established by philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, operates on the principle of amplifying value by granting autonomy to organizations to utilize funds in ways that best serve their communities. This innovative approach has led to over $16.5 billion in contributions to more than 1,900 non-profit teams globally. Yield Giving’s commitment to trust-based philanthropy is reshaping the landscape of charitable giving, ensuring impactful organizations like Isaiah House can continue their vital work. For more details, visit yieldgiving.com.