Join TDG Client Bloomfield Township for the 2026 State of the Township Address at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, May 19, at the Van Fossan Theater at Bloomfield College of Montclair State University. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Register today: tinyurl.com/BTSOTT2026

The 2026 New Jersey Primary Election is less than a month away! It’s time to check your voter registration, and if you’re not registered, do so now. The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming primary election is May 12, 2026! Find out more: https://bit.ly/46VS1M6

Calvin R. Ledford Jr., PSEG Foundation President, sat down with the Boys & Girls Club of Newark CEO, Ameer Washington, to offer leadership insights. An important takeaway from the conversation was that nonprofit organizations should not view each other as competitors.

At a time when most media focus on perpetrators, TDG client YWCA Northern New Jersey is making sure that the stories of sexual violence survivors, families, and advocates are not forgotten. #TDGClientSpotlight patch.com/new-jersey/r...

Save the date for Executive Women of New Jersey’s biennial Salute to the Policy Makers Awards Gala. The celebration will take place on October 21, 2026, at The Legacy Caste. #TDGClientSpotlight

YWCA Northern New Jersey’s “Politics Is A Mother” film screening and discussion was a powerful night that explored the intersection of activism, motherhood, and the lived experiences of women leaders in New Jersey politics. We highly recommend this film. Learn more at www.politicsisamother.com/.

Congratulations to ROI-NJ's 2026 Women in Business honorees, especially our Founder & President, Tara Dowdell. Tara seamlessly combines political savviness with creative strategy to help clients achieve lasting results. Check out the full list of honorees here: www.roi-nj.com/2026/03/23/r...

New Jersey is seeing incredible progress on affordable housing. Join us next month for a Webinar on how NJ's landmark new affordable housing law is working in practice, with insights from state & local leaders. Register now to reserve your spot: bit.ly/4vXeeVs

Join TDG Client YWCA Northern New Jersey at 4:30 PM on Thur., April 30, at Montclair State University for a special screening and discussion of “Politics Is A Mother,” a documentary film exploring the intersection of activism and motherhood. Register for free ⤵️ www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-da...

Great events are remembered not for the timelines, checklists, or logistics, but for the energy in the room, the connections made, and the way people felt being there. At TDG, we pride ourselves on thoughtful planning that transforms events into unforgettable experiences.

Yesterday, we joined TDG Client YWCA Northern NJ on the Green in Hackensack to participate in the 31st annual Clothesline Project. The Project has displayed thousands of t-shirts created by survivors of sexual violence to create an environment where they feel heard, believed, and supported.

Brivado Cigars is an Orange, NJ-based premier cigar lounge, event space, and purveyor of premium hand-rolled cigars. We had the opportunity to support their digital marketing needs through the @newjerseyeda.bsky.social Small Business E-Commerce Support Program. 🔗: www.brivadocigars.com/

Today, we're reflecting on a multifaceted marketing campaign we led in support of @newjerseyeda.bsky.social's historic Cannabis Equity Grant pilot program aimed at increasing equity and access to NJ’s cannabis industry, especially individuals affected by the war on drugs. pix11.com/news/local-n...

#ICYMI The Association of Black Foundation Executives (ABFE) recently interviewed leaders from TDG client Victoria Foundation about lessons in leadership, strategic philanthropy, and legacy building. It’s a conversation you don’t want to miss! xroey4gbb.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp

#ICYMI TDG client Neighborhood House is always finding meaningful ways to connect learning with community. Visit their website to read about the special ways students honored Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month. neighborhoodhousenj.org/latest-updat

TDG client YWCA Northern New Jersey recently published an op-ed on the difficult reality facing New Jersey nonprofits: rising demand, shrinking resources, and tough decisions about how to continue serving their communities. Click the link to check it out. ⤵️ www.northjersey.com/story/opinio...

Calvin R. Ledford Jr., President of PSEG Foundation—a TDG client—joined the Boys & Girls Club of Newark CEO Ameer Washington for an insightful conversation on the latest episode of The Great Futures Forge. Click the link to hear about lessons in leadership, legacy, and purpose. youtu.be/EnydAfdYXK8

New season, new newsletter! ☀️☀️ Click the link to check out our client, Neighborhood House’s, most recent newsletter. lnkd.in/eV4ZAYxa

It’s always a pleasure spotlighting TDG client PSEG Foundation’s partnerships. Their support of incredible organizations like Salvation Army NJ continues to impact the lives of those right in our communities. Stay tuned for a special video.

Helen Archontou, CEO of YWCA Northern New Jersey, recently appeared on ONNJ’s Mornings with Ken Rosato to discuss “The State of Women,” delving into topics such as opportunity, equity, and leadership. Check out the full interview in the link. ⤵️ www.onnj.com/videos/women...

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Big congratulations to every winner of ROI-NJ’s 2026 Power List. Check out the full list of honorees here, you might see some familiar faces. 👀 👀 👀 www.roi-nj.com/2026/03/10/roi-influencers/power-list/2026-power-list/roi-nj-presents-the-2026-roi-influencers-power-list

Thank you to My9's New Jersey Now for hosting an important conversation about affordability and the many challenges facing NJ residents and families. If you haven’t already, click the link to hear about available resources and long-term solutions to this crisis. www.my9nj.com/video/fmc-ul...

Thank you to the one and only Jeannine LaRue for recognizing our President, Tara Dowdell, on the 2026 Business Executives LaRueList during Women’s History Month. Here’s to strong women: may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them. 💐

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we attended the Art of a Modern Latina event hosted by the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of NJ, honoring Latina leaders and those committed to progress.

Thank you to BINJE for recognizing our President, Tara Dowdell, as one of the 2026 BINJE’s BEST: Top Women in Business. Our team was proud to attend yesterday’s event to celebrate Tara and her fellow honorees, who are making a meaningful impact across New Jersey.

Thank you to New Jersey Now for hosting an important conversation on affordability and the many challenges facing New Jersey residents and families. Tune in to My9 on Sunday, March 29, at noon, to hear from featured speakers about available resources and long-term solutions to this crisis.

TDG President Tara Dowdell spoke at the @cawp-ru.bsky.social Ready to Run New Jersey, a non-partisan training that helps women prepare to run for office and get involved in public life.

Thanks to @booker.senate.gov, TDG Client Bloomfield Township has been awarded federal funding to support its Lead Service Line Replacement Program. The funding will help Bloomfield continue to remove aging lead and galvanized service lines, strengthening its drinking water infrastructure.

Congratulations to TDG Client YWCA Northern New Jersey! The organization was honored for its work in advancing gender and racial equity, empowering women and girls, and building more inclusive communities, receiving proclamations from Bloomfield Township and Morristown during Women’s History Month.

Last week, TDG President Tara Dowdell was honored to serve as a co-keynote speaker at YWCA Northern New Jersey's annual Women’s Leadership Conference. The event was a powerful reminder of the vital role dedicated spaces like this play in developing, supporting, and uplifting women leaders.

Choose your lane at Ready to Run® New Jersey 2026: • Track 1: Launch and run a winning campaign • Track 2: Build political power without running Same weekend, shared community, tailored tools for impact. Register now for the nonpartisan political campaign training: cawp.rutgers.edu/programs/rea...

#MeetTheTeam Tara Dowdell is Founder and President of Tara Dowdell Group, an award-winning PR and marketing agency where she leads strategy and communications initiatives that help mission-driven organizations strengthen engagement and drive impact. Learn more: taradowdellgroup.com/leadership/t...

Remember: show, don’t tell. Short-form videos can drive long-term engagement.

Honored to attend LISC New Jersey’s 2026 New Jersey Neighborhood Achievement Awards, celebrating 40 years of community impact at MetLife Stadium. Inspiring to see so many leaders strengthening neighborhoods across NJ.

TDG President Tara Dowdell will be a featured speaker at this year’s Ready to Run New Jersey Conference on March 20-21, hosted by @cawp-ru.bsky.social Registration is still open: cawp.rutgers.edu/programs-inv...

This Wednesday, March 11, bring your “A” game to TDG Client YWCANNJ’s 2026 Women Leadership Conference. This event is a call for women to lead boldly, stay true to their values, and take ownership of their impact. There’s still time to purchase a ticket ⤵️ secure.qgiv.com/for/ywcanort...

#MeetTheTeam As TDG’s Event & Project Manager, Anchal Jain leads high-profile civic convenings, policy forums, and community engagement events for our nonprofit and public sector clients. Learn more: taradowdellgroup.com/leadership/a...

Stay tuned for an episode of The Great Futures Forge Podcast featuring TDG client and PSEG Foundation President, Calvin R. Ledford Jr. Stay tuned for an in-depth discussion around professional journey, leadership insights, and community impact.

TDG client Township of Bloomfield is collecting menstrual hygiene products in honor of Women’s History Month now through March 31. Check out the graphics to see how you can get involved.

#MeetTheTeam Zy Richardson is the Vice President of Communications at the Tara Dowdell Group, where she leads communications strategy and media relations for mission-driven organizations, government agencies, and high-profile leaders. Learn more: taradowdellgroup.com/leadership/z...

As Black History Month wraps up, we’re spotlighting Hello Gorgeous Nail & Beauty Studio in Orange, NJ. Proud to have supported them through the NJEDA Small Business E-Commerce Support Program. Check them out for your self-care beauty needs! 💅🫧🧖‍♀️

ICYMI: The 2025 Crossroads NJ report from @fundfornj.bsky.social offers a clear, data-driven look at the most pressing issues facing the Garden State. This report provides research-backed insights to help guide thoughtful solutions. newjerseymonitor.com/2025/12/03/a...

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Thanks to The Hoboken Girl for including Tara Dowdell Group on its list of Black-owned businesses to support in Hoboken and Jersey City. Click the link to check out the full list. ⤵️ www.hobokengirl.com/black-owned-...

#MeetTheTeam As TDG’s Public Affairs Specialist, Steven Galante supports clients through public affairs strategy, community and government relations, and media engagement, helping organizations maximize their impact. Learn more: taradowdellgroup.com/leadership/s...

In honor of #BHM, we’re spotlighting Black-owned business, Nyah Beauty, in Newark, NJ. This beauty brand sells plant-based soaps, scrubs, lotions, and candles, all free of detergents and phthalates. Visit their website to learn more: nyahbeauty.com/

Last week, TDG President Tara Dowdell had the pleasure of attending the @cawp-ru.bsky.social Women of Power networking reception with special guests NJ Governor Mikie Sherrill and Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell. It’s spaces like these that remind us we are stronger together.

The TDG office is closed today, Monday, February 16, and will reopen tomorrow.

#MeetTheTeam As TDG’s Senior PR Advisor, Carly Rubel leads public relations campaigns and strategic communications for nonprofit and public sector clients, helping boost visibility and strengthen public trust. Learn more: taradowdellgroup.com/leadership/c...