Community
If you had to take an inventory of the top 100 greatest American Cities, Jersey City would be towards the top of the list. Throughout greater American History, Jersey City has always been distinguished by its rich neighborhood communities and its people. 
From a Dutch settlement in 1660, Jersey City grew to its current size by a gradual consolidation of smaller independent towns within first Bergen County and later Hudson County. Those previous towns now form the basis of the many neighborhoods that make up the Jersey City we have come to know and love today. Although Jersey City is the largest municipality in the State of New Jersey, its neighborhoods can't escape that small town feeling. As in many urban areas, residents often take pride in not only Jersey City but their certain neighborhood within the city. Come experience the Heights Section of Jersey City.
Familiar Faces of the Heights
Community Leaders gather on Central Avenue (Photo from Left to Right): Jeffery H. Kaplowitz (Plaza Realty Corp); Sanford Fishman (CASID, Bond Drugs); Joe Joseph E. Callandrillo (Heights Community Relations Council); Vincent McNamara (Heights Hope Block Association President); Doris Stoldt (AARP Chapter 5102, President); Doris Cappeluti (Heights Hope Block Association); Frank D’alessandrow (Waverly Street Block Association, President); Steve Latham (Reservoir Preservation Alliance, President); Pankaj Kapadia (PS#8 School Block Association, President); Eliza Wright (CCTV Oversight Committee Chairperson) Joseph Napolitano (Pershing Field Little League, President); George Hogan (Heights Community Relations Council Block Association, President); Joseph Napolitano, Sr.; Laura Scholar President (Pershing Field Garden Friends, President); Nikki Sirken (Pershing Field Garden Friends); Clifford Steinbring (Riverview Neighborhood Block Association); Mary Quinones (Sherman Place Block Association, President); Mary Mills (Heights Hope Block Association); Michael Yun (CASID President, Garden State News)
The neighborhood's unified voice continues to push the Heights and Jersey City forward.
Jersey City Schools & Local Universities
Jersey City's public, charter and private schools have something to offer children of all ages and academic interests. Besides educating the city's youth, strong schools act as anchors for entire neighborhoods, offering community meeting space, events and reasons for young families to stay in Jersey City. And after graduation, students can find first-class post secondary education and professional training at one of Hudson County's many colleges and universities.
The CASID has compiled a list of all known schools in the city for public reference. If your school's listing needs to be updated or you want to add a listing, please contact us. We are also happy to help publicize school events and celebrate students' academic and athletic victories.
>>List of Jersey City Schools & Local Universities
Neighborhood Block Associations
It is often frustrating to address neighborhood issues, especially when more time is spent pointing fingers then getting things accomplished. For this reason, many residents take the responsibility upon themselves to care for their neighborhoods by organizing a block association. These associations empower neighborhoods to take action on a number of issues and concerns. Well-organized and established block associations are often considered the voices of the community and gain the respect of elected officials, government, and business people. In Jersey City, you will find some of the most creative and inspiring Neighborhood Block Associations in the nation.
>>List of Block Associations
Neighboring Non-Profit & Community Organizations
There are many Non-Profit and Community Organizations in Jersey City. Though they start out like many block associations, these organizations empower people to take action on a specific issue. Often local Non-Profit and Community Organizations work together to achieve a common goal – to further progress in Jersey City.
>>List of Neighboring Organizations
Seniors
With many mass transit options, walkable communities, and shopping right around the corner, Jersey City continues to attract both the young and old. According to the U.S. Census data of 2000, nearly 10% (23,500) of the population in Jersey City is 65 years of age or older. Approximately 20% (5,000) of those seniors live in the Heights Section of Jersey City. Our highly valued senior citizens contribute greatly to the sense of community and local commerce.
>>List of Senior Organizations & Housing
Youth
Jersey City offers several youth programs and clubs to keeps our youngsters entertained and growing strong both physically and mentally.
>>List of Local Youth Organizations and Clubs