Concerned Citizens of Whitesboro, Inc.

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Concerned Citizens of Whitesboro, Inc. Non-Profit Organization

Founded in 1988, Concerned Citizens is a Community Building Initiative dedicated to the social and economic development of the residents of Whitesboro, NJ. Conceived as an enduring grassroots organization, Concerned Citizens is committed to building a strong, vibrant community through local organization and development. To learn more about our organization visit our website at www.concernedcitizensofwhitesboro.com and/or become a member and join a committee. For membership send an email message to [email protected] and it will be forward to David Farrow, Membership Committee Chair.

08/22/2026
Join Us LABOR DAY WEEKEND! All ARE WELCOME!
07/22/2026

Join Us LABOR DAY WEEKEND! All ARE WELCOME!

Congratulations, America, on your 250th Anniversary! And heartfelt congratulations to the residents, families, and frien...
07/03/2026

Congratulations, America, on your 250th Anniversary!

And heartfelt congratulations to the residents, families, and friends of Whitesboro, New Jersey, as we celebrate 125 years of proudly proclaiming that we are "Still Standing."

As America commemorates 250 years of independence, Whitesboro stands as a powerful reminder that freedom is strengthened through resilience, determination, and community.

Founded in 1901 by former U.S. Congressman George Henry White and the Colored American Equitable Industrial Association, Whitesboro was established as a place where African Americans could pursue land ownership, economic opportunity, and self-determination during a time when segregation, discrimination, and racial violence denied those opportunities to so many. White, the last African American to serve in the U.S. Congress during the Reconstruction era before decades of disenfranchisement, believed that economic independence was essential to true freedom. After leaving Congress, he dedicated himself to building communities where Black families could own homes, businesses, and their futures.

Whitesboro became far more than a town. It became a symbol of hope, perseverance, and possibility. Through economic hardship, social injustice, changing times, and countless challenges, its people remained steadfast. They built churches, schools, businesses, families, and a community rooted in faith, hard work, and pride.

Tomorrow, as we celebrate America's 250th Anniversary, we also celebrate the generations of Whitesboro residents whose strength has preserved this historic African American community and whose legacy continues to inspire future generations.

Here's to 250 years of America and to the remarkable people of Whitesboro who have weathered every storm, honored their history, and continued moving forward with dignity and purpose.

Still Standing. Still Strong. Still Inspiring.

Happy 250th Anniversary, America!

Happy 125th Anniversary, Whitesboro!

Happy 38th Anniversary, Concerned Citizens of Whitesboro!

Most people think Memorial Day came from Congress. It didn’t.The real story begins with freed Black Americans in 1865, a...
05/25/2026

Most people think Memorial Day came from Congress. It didn’t.

The real story begins with freed Black Americans in 1865, and it’s one of the most powerful and overlooked chapters in American history.

After the Civil War, Charleston, South Carolina, was devastated. A former racetrack had been used as a Confederate prison camp where at least 257 Union soldiers died and were buried in a mass grave. Freed Black residents of Charleston refused to let those soldiers remain forgotten.

About two dozen formerly enslaved Black Americans spent weeks carefully reburying the dead in proper graves. They built a white fence around the cemetery and placed an arch overhead that read: “Martyrs of the Race Course.”

Then, on May 1, 1865, they organized a massive public ceremony. Nearly 10,000 people attended. Most of them were Black residents. Around 3,000 Black schoolchildren led the procession, carrying flowers and singing “John Brown’s Body.” Black pastors gave sermons. Aid societies marched. Families gathered to honor the fallen. Historians now recognize it as one of the earliest Memorial Day observances in American history.

Three years later, the holiday became nationally recognized when General John A. Logan declared Memorial Day in 1868. But over time, the Black community’s role in creating the tradition was pushed out of textbooks and public memory.

The truth remains: Memorial Day did not begin in Washington. It began in Charleston, with newly freed people honoring the soldiers who helped secure their freedom. Understanding this history changes the meaning of the holiday.

Memorial Day is not just about flags and parades. It began as an act of gratitude, remembrance, and sacrifice by people who had only recently won their own freedom.

This Memorial Day, remember the full story. It belongs to all of us.

Black History Month (February 1 -28) celebrates "A Century of Black History Commemorations," marking 100 years since the...
02/01/2026

Black History Month (February 1 -28) celebrates "A Century of Black History Commemorations," marking 100 years since the establishment of organized Black history observances.

The theme emphasizes the significant achievements represented by a century of dedicated Black history observances. It honors the evolution of Carter G. Woodson's concept of "Negro History Week," which began in 1926, into the month-long celebration we recognize today. It highlights how these commemorations have transformed the understanding of Black contributions to history and culture, both within the Black community and in the broader society.

PARtner For A Great Cause at the 21st Annual John Roberson Scholarship Golf Tournament on May 15, 2026, at the Avalon Go...
01/28/2026

PARtner For A Great Cause at the 21st Annual John Roberson Scholarship Golf Tournament on May 15, 2026, at the Avalon Golf Club. Register NOW!

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100 E Main Street
Whitesboro, NJ
08252

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Monday 9am - 12pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

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+16095368352

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