ASEZ WAO Honored by Elmwood Park Council for Environmental Service and Community Commitment
ASEZ WAO volunteers were recognized by the Elmwood Park Borough Council for their dedication to environmental protection and community service. The recognition took place during a Borough Council meeting at Elmwood Park Borough Hall on Thursday, July 16. During the meeting, Elmwood Park Mayor Robert Colletti and Council President Lorraine Pellegrine presented ASEZ WAO with […]
ASEZ WAO Volunteers Carry Out Spring Cleanup Across Elmwood Park
ASEZ WAO Cleanup Brings Volunteers Together in Elmwood Park On Sunday, May 3, ASEZ WAO volunteers partnered with the Elmwood Park Borough Council for a town-wide spring cleanup. Approximately 75 volunteers gathered across five locations throughout Elmwood Park, New Jersey. The cleanup was a part of ASEZ WAO’s global Green Earth project to protect the […]
Ridgewood Fire Department Receives Appreciation from Volunteers
On Wednesday, April 22, 15 volunteers from the World Mission Society Church of God came together for a special visit to the Ridgewood Fire Department during Public Safety Appreciation Month. Through the visit, volunteers hoped to express gratitude to the firefighters. They dedicate themselves to protecting and serving the local community with courage and dedication. […]
ASEZ STAR Elmwood Park Cleanup
While many teens spend Sundays on their phones, ASEZ STAR volunteers traded screen time for rakes to help seniors. This event was part of the ASEZ STAR leaf cleanup for seniors, supporting residents in need. More than 30 middle and high school students from Ridgewood, Bogota, and nearby towns joined the effort. With the support […]
ASEZ STAR Leads Community Cleanup in Elmwood Park, NJ
On May 4, 2025, ASEZ STAR volunteers gathered in Elmwood Park for a cleanup event that brought students, residents, and local leaders together to make their town cleaner and safer. This event is part of the ASEZ STAR Green World Project, a global initiative focused on protecting the planet through cleanups, education and sustainability campaigns. […]
ASEZ WAO Garden Revitalization at Stoney Brook Community Farm & Garden
On April 27, 2025, ASEZ WAO volunteers gathered at Stoney Brook Community Farm and Garden in Hanover Township, NJ, to refresh the garden for the upcoming growing season. This hands-on event brought together community members, local officials, and gardeners ready to work. Mayor Thomas “Ace” Gallagher joined the effort alongside Ronald Francioli, Township Committee Liaison […]
ASEZ WAO Cleanup at Garret Mountain Reservation
Over 50 ASEZ WAO volunteers held a park cleanup at Garret Mountain Reservation in Woodland Park, NJ. The reservation is on First Watchung Mountain and was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1967. Garret Mountain is Passaic County’s central recreational area. It’s known for providing the community with beautiful grass fields, several miles of trails, […]
ASEZ WAO Volunteers Clean the Streets of Elmwood Park to Brighten the Community
The Elmwood Park community is home to thousands of people, but the streets have become polluted. ASEZ WAO volunteers vowed to help brighten the community by collecting trash. So, on Sunday, May 1, around 45 ASEZ WAO volunteers came together for a street cleanup in Elmwood Park, NJ. Councilwoman Lorraine Pellegrine and Police Chief Michael […]
ASEZ Earth Day Cleanup in Elmwood Park, NJ
On April 18, 2021, about 40 ASEZ student volunteers held a cleanup an Earth Day cleanup in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. Students from Passaic County Community College, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Bergen Community College, Rutgers University, William Patterson University and Mount Clair University came together for the cause. ASEZ partnered with Elmwood Park’s Mayor and Council […]
Elmwood Park Leaf Cleanup Hosted by ASEZ
On Sunday, November 8, about 30 volunteers from ASEZ partnered with the Borough of Elmwood Park for a second leaf cleanup. Students cleaned up leaves from around their neighbors’ homes. In addition, they worked with Councilwoman Lorraine Pellegrine to make the event a success. Student Volunteers Help Their Neighbors Clean Their Yards Some older adults […]