

- Sticker Contest
- Pre-Employment Success
- Purchase Your Holiday Poinsettias
- Make A Difference In Your Care – DSP Bill
- Nike’s New Accessible Backpack
Participate in Our Sticker Contest!
We are excited to announce a sticker design contest for our 2025 Advocacy Campaign “Adventure Awaits!” Participants, staff, and our community are encouraged to submit their designs by December 31.

Here are the rules:
- Size of design: Must be a minimum of 5WX5H inches.
- Theme: Our theme is “Adventure Awaits.” Your design should be related to either starting, achieving, or celebrating your own personal ‘adventure.’ It can be as abstract or literal as the artist would like.
- Colors: Orange and dark blue (can include other colors).
We will be selecting the winners based on the following criteria:
- 50%: How well does it represent the theme of “adventure awaits!”
- 25%: Clarity of the image
- 25%: Color usage
All designs must be appropriate for the workplace. The winner’s design will be printed on a sticker and distributed at all Easterseals NJ advocacy events in 2025.
We are looking forward to receiving your designs! The winner will be picked at the beginning of 2025.
All submissions or questions should be sent to advocacy@nj.easterseals.com.

Employment Success!
Easterseals NJ recently connected with Paul Davis Restoration at a Chamber of Commerce Networking Event, forging a partnership to provide hands-on learning for students in our pre-employment training programs.
The students toured Paul Davis’s facility, explored career opportunities, and gained insights into their impactful work, from disaster restoration to rebuilding lives. This collaboration exemplifies the power of networking to create life-changing opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Together, we’re shaping futures and enriching lives!
Visit Easterseals NJ’s blog to learn more about this inspiring experience!

Holiday Poinsettia Sale to Support Easterseals NJ Employment Services
Here is your chance to purchase some beautiful Prestige Red Poinsettias for only $9.50 each! These poinsettias were grown by our Employment participants at our Millville Work Center. All proceeds go toward funding training and employment programs for participants with disabilities at Easterseals NJ’s Millville facility.
Fill out our sales form before they are all gone! If you have any questions, please contact Shirley Battistini at sbattistini@nj.easterseals.com.

We Need Your Support
We are running out of time for Congress to pass the Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Act.
This bill would require the Federal Government to study issues facing DSPs, which would help set better wages and conditions.
This bill has already passed the Senate and the first steps in the House of Representatives. Now, we need the full House to vote!
Message Your Representative Here
Thank you for supporting those who support us.

Gear Up with Nike’s Elite Easy On Backpack
Nike’s latest innovation, the Elite Easy On Backpack, is all about accessibility and style. Designed with features like adaptive zippers and easy-grip pulls, it’s perfect for athletes and students alike. This backpack prioritizes functionality, ensuring that everyone—regardless of ability—can carry their gear with ease. Plus, its sleek design means you’ll be looking sharp while staying organized.
Check out how Nike continues to champion inclusivity and innovation here.