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...

In honor of Black History Month, we’re spotlighting Cafe Metro in Teaneck, NJ, a hidden gem serving authentic Caribbean cuisine. Last year, TDG supported Cafe Metro with website support and a digital marketing plan through the NJEDA Small Business E-Commerce Support Program.

In honor of Black History Month, we’re proud to spotlight Shirley Chisholm. As the first Black candidate to run for President of the United States, she showed up, stood up, and spoke up for what she believed in. Chisholm’s legacy of grit and boldness continues to inspire what we do at TDG.

Calvin R. Ledford, Jr., President of PSEG Foundation, recently spoke with Steve Adubato about leadership, mentorship, and the impact corporate social responsibility initiatives have on small businesses and the community. Watch the interview here: youtu.be/-4IFZ30O1L0

Congratulations to TDG Founder & President Tara Dowdell for being recognized on the Insider NJ Powerful Women of New Jersey List, curated by former Assemblywoman Shavonda E. Sumter. Check out the full feature here: www.insidernj.com/wp-content/u...

#MeetTheTeam As TDG’s Website & Design Manager, Vinh Nguyen leads website and design strategy that elevates public awareness, strengthens visual identity, and drives meaningful engagement across digital and print platforms. Learn more: taradowdellgroup.com/leadership/v...

We love working with businesses and organizations that put the community first, like the Brivado Cigar Lounge in Orange, NJ. We’re excited to support Brivado Cigars Lounge with its digital marketing needs through the NJEDA Small Business E-commerce Support Program. Stay tuned for updates!

According to an Edelman report, 70% of people have an insular mindset, meaning they do not trust anyone different from them. However, there is worldwide agreement that we must address this rise in insularity. The solution? Trust brokering. www.edelman.com/trust/2026/t...

Agree or disagree?

#MeetTheTeam As TDG’s Senior PR Associate and in-house Videographer, Ahsan Dowling elevates mission-driven stories through strategic media outreach and original video production for our nonprofit and public sector clients. Learn more: taradowdellgroup.com/leadership/a...

Showing is more impactful than telling. Don’t forget about b-roll. 🎥🎞️📸

Hudson River tunnel project funding to run dry amid federal freeze newjerseymonitor.com/2026/01/27/h...

Education is the foundation for good jobs and a strong economy, but too many NJ students are falling behind. The Crossroads NJ 2025 report calls for stronger high school and college support programs to ensure young people are prepared for 21st-century jobs. fundfornj.org/crossroadsnj...

Meltwater’s State of PR Report 2026 is out and the TLDR is this: PR is evolving. 90% of teams use AI, but real impact comes from tying PR to outcomes, not just outputs. For mission-driven communicators, shifting measurement toward results matters now more than ever. www.meltwater.com/en/blog/stat...

#MeetTheTeam As TDG’s Marketing & Outreach Manager, Alexa Lima supports our nonprofit and public sector clients through strategic communications, marketing, and community outreach. Learn more: taradowdellgroup.com/leadership/a...

A great read from NJ Urban News highlighting @fundfornj.bsky.social’s data-backed report on key policy priorities for New Jersey residents. From affordable housing to transportation, education, and childcare, now is the time to act. Read more in the link. njurbannews.com/2026/01/05/c...

Visibility alone isn’t impact. Impact comes from understanding your audience and telling a story that resonates.

TDG is closed today in observance of MLK Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 20. In the meantime, we are proud to spotlight the work of TDG client YWCA Northern New Jersey and the launch of its Center for Racial Healing. www.northjersey.com/story/news/l...

#MeetTheTeam As TDG’s Senior Vice President, Justyna Krygowska manages daily staff operations, provides art direction and marketing support, and assists our President with business development and client relations. Learn more: taradowdellgroup.com/leadership/j...

#ICYMI TDG Client PSEG Foundation and PSEG are supporting over 25 local organizations with $1.5 million in grants. Read more via West Orange Patch. patch.com/new-jersey/n...

TDG Client #PSEGFoundation’s support helped conduct critical 3D printer repairs at Bestwork Industries for the Blind, allowing them to maintain their robust training program for employees. Learn more about it here.

#MeetTheTeam For over a decade, Oni Warner has been a cornerstone of TDG. From fiscal management to contract compliance, Oni manages the systems that keep us running. She also leads TDG Speakers, connecting orgs with powerful voices and ideas. Learn more: taradowdellgroup.com/leadership/o...

We love a good community story! TDG client PSEG Foundation is stepping in with a new $1.5 million Community Relief Initiative to support more than 25 nonprofit partners to aid families struggling with affordability and facing economic hardship. Learn more about it here: www.onnj.com/videos/commu...

New year, new priorities. In 2026, strong communications start with intention. From clearer messaging to smarter strategies, we’re helping organizations turn resolutions into results. What are your top communications goals this year?

Happy New Year! P.S. Our graphic designer is back. 😂 🙏

Hopping on one of our fave trends of the year like 🐰. See you on January 2nd.

It’s been a busy and exciting year at Tara Dowdell Group. Catch the highlights, marketing takes, and team updates in the latest issue of our newsletter. Click the link to read the newsletter: mailchi.mp/taradowdellg...