Sustainable Merchantville Organizations… committed to sustainability, resilience and community

The Borough of Merchantville - The Borough, mayor, council and support staff are all committed to a more sustainable Merchantville and are proud to be a Sustainable Jersey bronze certified community. We support the many residents and volunteers who promote and model sustainable action in our community.

The Borough of Merchantville - The Borough, mayor, council and support staff are all committed to a more sustainable Merchantville and are proud to be a Sustainable Jersey bronze certified community. We support the many residents and volunteers who promote and model sustainable action in our community. Contact: Denise Brouse, Borough Clerk Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/Merchantville Merchantville Borough: https://www.merchantvillenj.gov	Market Off Centre - A volunteerbased and community-run monthly market supporting and promoting local farmers, crafters, artists, and more. The season runs every first Friday, May - October from 5pm - 8pm, with a new special holiday market happening in mid-November. Contacts: Janeen Hovnanian, Carolyn Busa, Katherine Carpenter, Jaimee Solar, Diana Funk and Amanda Falkiewicz Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Where: On The Mile, between Eclipse Brewery and The Station Coffee
The Merchantville Green Team - Working towards a more sustainable and resilient Merchantville, we are powered by committed volunteers, supported by our local government, and partners with neighboring communities and Sustainable Jersey to build a better future.  Leader: Dorothy Foley Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. FaceBook: www.facebook.com/groups/447786962071621 Meetings: Every 2nd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at Eclipse Brewing	Junior Green Team - Focus is on educating and engaging the school community on actions that teach and inspire change in all areas of environmental sustainability. Students meet to discuss the importance of being environmentally responsible and work on projects that foster a closer connection to nature and each other. Leader: Sherry Ianucci, Merchantville Elementary School (MES) Email: sThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Incredible Edible Merchantville - Nurturing environmental land stewardship in Merchantville through small actions that connect our community through the creation of edible landscapes that promote and support a culture of healthy living, food security and a sustainable future. “Creating a kind, confident and connected community through the power of food.” ~ Pam Warhurst, founder of Incredible Edible movement Leader: Joan Brennan Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. FaceBook: www.facebook.com/iemerchantville Website: merchantville.com/eco/stewardship Instagram: www.instagram.com/ie_merchantville Twitter:  twitter.com@iemerchantville  Meetings: Every 2nd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at Eclipse Brewing	Junior Garden Club - Student gardeners take care of their own garden plot at the Merchantville Community Garden. They learn how to weed, plant cover crops, vegetables, and flowers and the importance of pollinators and soil health for a healthy garden.   Leader: Jennifer Smith, Merchantville Elementary School (MES) Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Merchantville Garden Club - Members plant, water, and maintain public garden spaces throughout the borough including along the walking path, in Morrissey and Wellwood Parks, and hanging baskets and streetside planters in commercial areas. Hosts spring Plant Swap.  Contact: Kerry Mentzer / Kerry Miller  Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it./ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. FaceBook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100081751542053 Meetings: As needed ad hoc in spring for planning	Merchantville Online - A community focused web site for the Borough of Merchantville containing news, information and on-line community capabilities since 1997. It supports organizations, businesses, residents and the municipality. The website's "Eco" category is dedicated to publishing articles and promoting education about environmentally-friendly and sustainable living activities in our community. Contact: Joan Brennan Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Website: www.merchantville.com/eco
The Merchantville Shade Tree Commission - The Commission is a volunteer organization that plants and maintains all trees in Merchantville that are between the curb and sidewalk or within the borough right of way areas without sidewalks as well as public trees in parks or on municipal property. It also reviews all resident applications for work on borough trees including planting, trimming, and removal and administers the Memorial Tree Program. Commission members: Alice Diamond, Lynn Geddes, Alexis Degan, John Feldan, Pearson Barlow Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Webpage: www.merchantvillenj.gov/shade-tree-commission	Merchantville Business Association - The Merchantville Business and Professional Association (MBPA) aims to promote, advocate for, and empower local downtown businesses.   Leader: Carolyn Busa Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Merchantville Organic Community Garden - A community garden on the grounds of the Merchantville Community Center, providing plots to residents and the Merchantville Elementary School for organic gardening. The area includes a three-bin composting system, native pollinator habitat, and native pawpaw fruit trees. We donate excess produce to local food pantries.  Contacts: Kerry Mentzer / Dorothy Foley Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. FaceBook: www.facebook.com/groups/831063600789182	Public Events Committee - The Merchantville Public Events Committee strives to create engaging events for the community. Comprised of residents, the committee operates in tandem with Borough officials to offer a robust calendar of events for residents and visitors including the annual Holiday Parade, Easter Egg Hunt, Town Wide Yard Sale, and Merchantville’s famous “Monsterville” events in October. Reach out to Sean if you are interested in volunteering.   Contact: Sean Fitzgerald Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Merchantville Backyard Chickens - Local residents of Merchantville and Pennsauken learn about the joys of backyard chickens, exchanging tips on feed, housing, fresh eggs, insect control, garden benefits and more Leader: Jaclyn Ricci Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. FaceBook: www.facebook.com/groups/MerchantvilleBackyardChickens	Diversity Committee - Diversity Committee (MDC) is a quasi-governmental body dedicated to connecting and supporting neighbors, businesses, and institutions to shape Merchantville into a community of greater diversity, equity, and inclusion.  Leader: Ruby Delarosa Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Meetings: On the first Thursday of the month, 7:00 p.m., Borough Hall, 1st floor conference room.
Love in Motion Youth Group - A secular youth volunteer group that brings young people together to give back and be a part of something bigger than themselves. We create opportunities for kids to do charitable work and address community needs. All kids are welcome to be part of a diverse and open-minded group with the intention of learning about one another and being the change we hope to see in the world. We have at least one volunteer opportunity a month. Leaders: Christina Aman / Kristin Fitzgerald Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. FaceBook: www.facebook.com/loveinmotionyouthgroup	Scouts - The troops participate in an active outdoor program where the goal is to have one activity a month whether it be camping, community service, or just a day trip. The scouts learn leadership, citizenship, and organizational skills while having a great time with friends. The troops are chartered by the American Legion Post 68. The boys and girls troops meet separately and are open to all kids ages 11-18. Scoutmaster: Shawn Waldron Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Website: https://sites.google.com/view/troop119nj Girls Troop Meetings: Tuesday nights, 7:15-9:00 p.m., at Trinity United Methodist Boys Troop meets Thursday, 7:15-9:00 p.m., at Trinity United Methodist