Recognition & News

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​Volunteer UP, in partnership with the City of Camden, JPMorganChase, and the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender, held an expungement clinic, which was highlighted by WHYY National Public Radio, NBC 10 Philadelphia, Telemundo 62 Philadelphia, and Fox 29 Philadelphia. Watch the full segments:​​

• WHYY National Public Radio: "Expungement fair in Camden aims to help people move forward with their lives."

• NBC 10 Philadelphia: "Free expungement event in Camden New Jersey."

• Telemundo 62 Philadelphia: "Eliminacion de antecedents penales hoy en la ciudad de Camden."

• Fox 29 Philadelphia: "City of Camden hosts expungement event helping people get a second chance."

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Patty Legge received the 40th Annual Mary Philbrook Public Interest Award from Rutgers Law School for her dedication to justice, compassion, and community service. You can read the full article to learn more about Patty's dedication to justice and addressing inequality. "Rutgers Law's 40th Philbrook Awards Honor Public Service Champions." Rutgers Law School News, October 23, 2025.
 

The Volunteer UP team was proud to participate in a prisoner reentry simulation event hosted by Rowan University in collaboration with the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for the District of New Jersey and the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, as well as Rowan’s College of Humanities & Social Sciences and Department of Law & Justice Studies. Learn more about the event: "Gaining perspective: In simulation exercise, students experience challenges faced by those leaving prison." Rowan Today, October 29, 2024.

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Learn the story of how Volunteer UP, through Impact 100 SJ, connected with Family Promise of Southwest New Jersey, enabling us to work together in the fight against eviction. Check out the full story: "Partnership in Action: How Meeting Through Impact100 SJ Enabled Two Nonprofits to Fight Eviction." Impact100 South Jersey, August 6, 2024. 

Learn about Shereen Chen Gray, one of our dedicated attorney volunteers, and her contributions to our community. Shereen’s experience in immigration law makes her an invaluable resource for clients seeking guidance through complex immigration matters. Read the full article:  Diaz, Jon. "'I always wanted to help.' Attorney offers free consultations for Ukranian refugees." The Sun Newspapers, May 23, 2024.

Volunteer UP celebrated the legacy of our dedicated volunteer, Chris Bruner, by hosting an educational estate-planning workshop in his honor. This meaningful event provided attendees with valuable insights into topics like living wills, financial planning, and powers of attorney, while also offering free, personalized consultations with pro bono attorneys. ​Read the full article: Liu, Emily. "Free estate planning workshop held in honor of volunteer." The Sun Newspapers, April 10, 2024.​

Volunteer UP proudly hosted its second annual clinic in Camden, held in January 2024 on Martin Luther King Day. The event was a collaborative effort co-hosted by Camden County College, the Camden County Commissioners, and Archer & Greiner, P.C. Learn more about the event: Liu, Emily. "Nonprofit hosts clinic to expunge criminal records." The Sun Newspapers, January 5, 2024

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Volunteer UP was honored to be included in South Jersey Biz's list of Nonprofit Stars for 2023. Our organization was recognized alongside 21 other incredible nonprofits making a positive impact in our community. See the full list: Cosentino, Matt. "Worth of Attention." South Jersey Biz, Volume 13, Issue 11, November 2023. 

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Our attorney volunteer, Matthew A. Grubman, Associate Attorney at Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C., assisted in obtaining a delayed certificate of birth. Matt aided in petitioning the court and working with an NJ Assistant Attorney General to help obtain the birth record, which is something the 73 year-old client had never had before. The client was so happy that she sent a personal thank you to Matt, which you can watch here on YouTube.

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Volunteer UP’s inaugural expungement clinic was highlighted on NBC 10 and 6 ABC. Watch the full segments:

• Long, Cydney. "Attorneys in NJ share free advice for people looking to get their records expunged." NBC10 Philadelphia, January 16, 2023. ​

• Hartman, Trish. "New Jersey volunteers honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr." 6ABC Action News, January 16, 2023.​