NJTF Civil Rights & Non-Discrimination Statement

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this organization is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) 

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible State or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information is also available in languages other than English. 

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202)-690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. 

New Jersey Tree Foundation Non-Discrimination Statement:

The New Jersey Tree Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and an organization committed to diversity and equity among our staff, board, and partners.  We will not allow for discrimination of any kind, including discrimination based upon age, race, color, size, religion, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin,  gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, disability, veteran’s status, or any other characteristics protected by law.