Centenary University receives $8,500 grant from Hackettstown Medical Center Community Advisory Board
HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (Warren County) — Centenary University has received an $8,500 grant from Atlantic Health’s Hackettstown Medical Center Community Advisory Board to support a campus initiative focused on crisis awareness and responder education.
The funding will benefit Centenary CARES, which stands for Crisis Awareness and Responder Education Support, a university initiative aimed at increasing awareness, providing resources and fostering a culture of care across campus.
Representatives from Centenary University, the Warren County Prosecutor’s Office and Atlantic Health gathered Oct. 7 for a check presentation outside the university’s Seay Building to recognize the grant award.
The funding was awarded through the Hackettstown Medical Center Community Advisory Board’s 2026 grant program, which supports local initiatives addressing community needs. According to the university, the grant reflects a shared commitment to improving community health and supporting programs that promote well-being.
“We are honored to continue our partnership with Atlantic Health and the Hackettstown Medical Center Community Advisory Board, whose commitment to community well-being aligns closely with Centenary’s mission,” said John Schol, President of Centenary University. “This generous support of Centenary CARES will enhance our efforts to increase awareness, provide essential resources, and foster a culture of care across campus. Together, we are investing in the health, resilience, and success of our students, ensuring they have the support they need to flourish during their time at Centenary and beyond.”
The $8,500 grant will help Centenary University continue its work through the Centenary CARES initiative, with an emphasis on crisis awareness, responder education and access to resources that support students throughout their college experience.
