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RUSS BERRIE MAKING A DIFFERENCE AWARD CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

DEADLINE FOR ENTRY: FEBRUARY 7, 2025

It’s time to nominate community changemakers for the 2025 Russ Berrie Making a Difference Award.. Who do you know who deserves recognition for creating impact and making a positive change in their community? Nominate your friends or neighbors, community leaders, and advocates . . . people who are making New Jersey a better place to live.

"Making a Difference": Supporting Black-led Organizations

Kareemah Harris-Baker

A'Dorian Murray-Thomas

Nadine Wright-Arbubakrr

As part of our Special Series "Making A Difference," Steve is joined by three changemakers to discuss the barriers Black-led organizations face in reaching the communities they serve. 

Panelists Include:

Kareemah Harris-Baker, Nominator and Donor, SparkNJ

A'Dorian Murray-Thomas, Founder, SHE Wins,

and 2018 Russ Berrie Making A Difference Awardee

Nadine Wright-Arbubakrr, Founder & President, Nassan’s Place,

and 2024 Russ Berrie Making A Difference Awardee

Saturday, 1/18 on NJ PBS @ 8:30am; 12:30 on WNET

Sunday 1/19 @ 8:30am & 11:30am on NJ PBS; 10:30am on News12+