Capital Health’s Trenton Neighborhood Initiative (TNI) has received a $75,000 grant from the Credit Union of New Jersey to expand programs and services that promote digital equity.
“We are incredibly grateful for the Credit Union of New Jersey’s continued commitment to advancing community well-being,” said Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health.
“Their support of our Trenton Neighborhood Initiative—especially the Connect pillar—will help us bring people and possibilities closer together in meaningful, lasting ways,” Maghazehe said. “TNI is all about partnerships, and its success is made possible through investments like these.”
Launched in 2022, the Trenton Neighborhood Initiative is built on four core pillars: Live, Work, Grow and Connect. Each pillar focuses on improving quality of life and economic opportunity for Trenton residents in specific areas of need.
The grant from the Credit Union of New Jersey, distributed over three years, will directly support TNI’s Connect pillar, which is dedicated to enhancing access to web-based resources and fostering social cohesion among residents by investing in digital literacy and education platforms.
The funding will also bolster efforts to create stronger linkages between individuals, services and opportunities throughout the city of Trenton.
“At Credit Union of New Jersey, we believe that financial wellness and community wellness go hand in hand,” said Andrew Jaeger, president and CEO of the Credit Union of New Jersey. “That’s why we are proud to support Capital Health’s Trenton Neighborhood Initiative with a $75,000 commitment over the next three years.”
“In particular,” Jaeger said, “we are excited to invest in the Connect pillar, which aims to close the digital divide for seniors in Trenton. Access to technology is no longer a luxury—it’s essential for managing finances, accessing health care and staying connected with loved ones.”
He added that by helping to expand digital access and literacy, the Credit Union of New Jersey is helping empower its neighbors to live with greater independence, dignity and opportunity.
“Many of our members at Credit Union of New Jersey live in the North Trenton area,” said Katie M. Sapio, director of business development for the Credit Union of New Jersey. “Our mission is to ensure that they have the knowledge and ability to be in control of their financial lives.”
“It was only natural for our credit union to contribute to Capital Health and the Trenton Neighborhood Initiative so that steps are taken to make a healthy Trenton,” Sapio said.
The Trenton Neighborhood Initiative addresses housing stability, workforce development, educational growth and social connectivity through community partnerships and philanthropic investment.
For more information, visit capitalhealth.org/trenton-neighborhood-initiative.
About Credit Union of New Jersey
Credit Union of New Jersey provides financial services to 38,104 members through four full-service offices located in Mercer County and an e-branch.
Established in 1943, the $477 million credit union is headquartered in Ewing Township. Membership information and current rates may be obtained by calling (609) 538-4061 or visiting cunj.com.
Officials from Capital Health and The Credit Union of New Jersey celebrate the donation of a $75,000 grant for the health system's Trenton Neighborhood Initiative. Pictured, from left, are Katie Sapio, Credit Union of N.J. director of business development; Gary K. Chizmadia, Credit Union of N.J. chairman of the board; Andrew L. Jaeger, president/CEO of Credit Union of N.J.; Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health; Suzanne Borgos, Capital Health senior vice president of strategy and business development; Dr. Pamela Pruitt, Capital Health manager of community connections and Institute of Urban Care; Dr. Eric Schwartz, vice president of community health and transformation for Capital Health; and Thomas J. Valeri, vice chairman of the Credit Union of N.J. board.,
