Support Elysian
As a charter school, Elysian has specific financial challenges. The State of New Jersey does not assist charter schools with building or maintaining school facilities. And so, as compared with the Hoboken public schools, on average, Elysian receives 35% less funding per student. This financial gap must be filled to maintain educational quality for its 288 students.
FRIENDS OF ELYSIAN
In 1997, Elysian Charter School of Hoboken was founded as one of New Jersey’s first charter schools. Shortly after, the Friends of Elysian Charter School, a 501(c)(3) organization, was created to raise funds for the school.
Friends of Elysian has supported facilities improvements, technology, arts, school trips, athletics, and cultural events. A recent capital campaign helped fund the school’s 2015 move and secured financial stability.
Friends' funding now covers facility costs, vital programs, and PTSO initiatives, including the book fair, Halloween events, and teacher appreciation.
*** Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law and are accepted from
individuals, corporations and foundations.
For more information on how you can volunteer or contribute, please contact us at friends@ecsnj.org.
FRIENDS OF ELYSIAN
THE 2025-2026 OFFICERS
of the Elysian Charter School of Hoboken are:
Timothy Beringer, Chairperson
Josh Berney, Officer
Enis Taber, Treasurer
Nick Falzon, Communications Director
