IMANI INC.

05/24/2026

Our SAT Prep Class is underway and our students are studying hard in preparation for the upcoming June 6th SAT exam. Please join us in wishing them the best of luck and keeping them in prayer for success on their exam! Keep up the great work IMANI students; you got this! 🤞🏽🙏🏽

05/21/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring! Executive Director (Part-Time, 6-Month Role)

At IMANI Inc., we’re on a mission to support students across Montclair Public Schools with programs that drive academic achievement and long-term success. And right now, we’re at a pivotal moment.

We’re looking for a strategic, mission-driven Executive Director to help lead our next phase of growth—expanding our reach, strengthening our financial foundation, and deepening our impact in the community.

This role is more than operations. It’s about building something that matters.
🔹 Lead strategy, fundraising, and organizational growth
🔹 Strengthen programs and drive measurable outcomes
🔹 Build partnerships across schools and the community
🔹 Leverage technology and innovation to scale impact

It’s more than a role—it’s a chance to create real change for students and families in our community.

🕒 Part-time | 6-month engagement (with potential to grow)
📅 Apply by May 27
📧 Send resume to [email protected]

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05/17/2026

MHS/IMANI 9th grade Summer Transition Program
This summer IMANI, in cooperation with Montclair High School, will offer the following summer prep classes, for rising freshmen:

Algebra Review and Preview: This class is geared towards helping each student prepare for and increase their likelihood of success in whatever Algebra class will be taken in freshman year.

Algebra B Accelerated: This course is designed to strengthen students’ understanding of the Algebra 1 skills that are most necessary for success in geometry. Topics include linear functions, solving quadratics and simplifying radical expressions to name a few of the most important.

English Language Arts: Students will read and analyze scenes from The Odyssey, and research/explore Of Mice and Men, two literary works that will be taught in Freshman year.

Classes will be held Monday through Thursday, June 29 to July 30, 8:30 am to 12:00 pm in the George Inness Annex (Freshman Building).

Program fee is $50.

To register, email [email protected]

05/13/2026

Put on your dancing shoes, prepare to sweat, and show us your best body roll and two step! We proudly announce that our next fundraiser will take place on the dance floor at The Rewind, An Old School Party, hosted by Realtor Kimya. Move and groove with us on the dance floor on Friday, May 29th at Porta Montclair. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to IMANI!

Early bird tickets are already sold out, so purchase a general admission ticket before they're all gone! Use the link below to purchase your ticket today.

It's happening ... again. If you missed Freedom™ Montclair, you won't want to miss it, this time. And if you were there, then you already know. We come to party. This is an Old School Hip Hop and R&B DANCE Party! Emphasis on the DANCE. Come as you are, dress as you like, and claim you

05/12/2026

Our Dumpling Diplomacy Fundraiser back in March was a huge success and we raised $5400!! Thank you to our volunteers and all who purchased dumplings and supported IMANI. A special thank you to Nancy Loo and Linda Kow for your partnership and effort on this project. We appreciate you all! 🎉🎉🎉

Photos by: Mayuri Narang

05/03/2026

Congratulations JoAnn! You are truly deserving of this recognition. 🎉🎉🎉

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03/06/2026

IMANI SAT Prep
Is your child a Junior in high school? IMANI has a limited number of seats available in its upcoming SAT Prep Class. Classes start April 11th and will run on Saturday mornings in preparation for the June 6th SAT test. A parent/student meet and greet with the instructor will be held in the high school LGI room, Thursday, March 26, at 7 pm.

Fee is $300, which is waived for students who qualify for free/reduced lunch. Scholarships are available. Openings are limited. Email [email protected] or call 973-509-2822 to reserve a seat for your student.

02/23/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT: Dumpling Diplomacy Fundraiser!!!

One box of dumplings is an investment in a student’s future. That’s the idea behind this year’s First Annual Patricio Fundraiser sponsored by social enterprise Dumpling Diplomacy to benefit longtime Montclair nonprofit IMANI.

The two organizations are coming together on Saturday, March 14 to raise money for programs aimed at closing the longstanding achievement/ opportunity gap in Montclair. The afternoon event, which will be held at The Mark from 3-5 pm, is a chance for the community to purchase delicious dumplings, mingle with their neighbors, and support a good cause.

Four different types of dumplings will be available for pre-order:
IMANI Signature Spicy Jerk Chicken
Chicken & Corn
Fussy Vegan (vegetarian)
Ricotta, Parmesan & Spinach

Dumplings will only be available for pre-order, but patrons can choose to pick them up or dine on site and strike up a conversation with new friends. Tables will be set up inside the church, and refreshments will be available for purchase.

“We invite the public to join us by purchasing handmade dumplings and donating generously,” says Nancy Loo, the founder of Dumpling Diplomacy and a Montclair resident.

Loo approached IMANI members about hosting the fundraiser after hearing that the Montclair Public Schools was discontinuing its financial support to the organization for the 2025-2026 school year. The loss of funding came amid a host of staffing and program cuts in response to a crippling $20 million budget deficit. The goal is to raise $10,000 to help expand some of IMANI’s programs.

We hope you will join us in feasting on dumplings and supporting IMANI's students! Copy and paste this link into your browser to purchase your order:

https://givebutter.com/dumpling-diplomacy-for-imani-3nec7q

02/21/2026

Study groups for tomorrow, Sunday, February 22nd are cancelled due to the projected snow forecast. They will resume next Sunday, March 1st.

Stay warm and be safe!

02/02/2026

IMANI Study Groups are back!
Brush up on your academic skills, get extra support in your classes, prepare for exams during our weekly Study Group sessions run by Montclair High School teachers. Subjects in the areas of math, English and science will be offered for high school students at all levels.

A parent information session will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 4 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm at 11 Pine Street (enter through front door).

Study Group sessions will kick off on Sunday Feb. 15. Sessions meet weekly from 2 pm to 4 pm at the Montclair Public Library. Fee for the program is $50 per student.

For more information, email us at [email protected]