Community
Connecting with Local Communities
We recognize that our buildings are part of wider communities and engage in active dialogue with local organizations and groups to understand their needs.
Nonprofit Partners
We partner with philanthropic organizations on the national and local level.
Infrastructure Development
We invest in the communities we serve, helping transform them with parks, civil buildings and public transportation.
Resident Engagement
We work to educate our residents about our sustainability initiatives and involve them in local philanthropic events.
Nonprofit Partners
We partner with philanthropic organizations on the national and local level.
Infrastructure Development
We invest in the communities we serve, helping transform them with parks, civil buildings and public transportation.
Resident Engagement
We work to educate our residents about our sustainability initiatives and involve them in local philanthropic events.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
As a global citizen, Veris Residential’s commitments extend beyond those to our residents and the communities where they live—which is why our partnerships with organizations like St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital are so important.
In 2023, the Veris Residential community came together, raising $63,520 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital—in addition to our annual corporate donation—to provide life-saving treatment, housing, food and transportation at no cost to those suffering from catastrophic pediatric diseases, as well as fund research that, thus far, has helped push the childhood cancer survival rate from 20% to 80% in the U.S
Highlights
Raised $63,520 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in addition to annual corporate sponsorship
Funded and constructed local PS-16 public school in Jersey City, NJ
Funded and oversaw $100 million of infrastructure and off-site improvements in Port Imperial, NJ
Invested over $7 million in creating a community park, fire station and recreation area in Malden, MA
Pledge 1% member, offering employees three Charity Days in addition to regular PTO
Based on data shared in Veris Residential’s ESG Report released June 27, 2023, except where otherwise noted.
Case Studies
See how our local initiatives have enhanced the communities where we work and live.
Supplier Engagement
Ensuring our supply chain is ethical and stable protects the well-being of the communities with which we engage. By carefully selecting suppliers, Veris mitigates the possibilities of undeclared work, forced labor or noncompliance with working hours; environmental risks from the use of products dangerous for people or non-compliant with environmental regulations; and ethical risks like corruption. These mitigations, combined with investment in and support of diverse suppliers, benefit not only our organization but also our clients’ operations and our global communities.
Developing Port Imperial, New Jersey
Once the site of abandoned rail yards, manufacturing plants and port operations, the Weehawken neighborhood has undergone a radical transformation largely due to the work of Veris Residential. We began executing our vision for Port Imperial in the late 1990, transforming the area into a community as we funded and oversaw a $100 million infrastructure and off-site improvement investment in the area. These improvements included the waterfront esplanade and Weehawken’s Waterfront Park and Recreation Center and improved public transportation.
Supplier Engagement
Ensuring our supply chain is ethical and stable protects the well-being of the communities with which we engage. By carefully selecting suppliers, Veris mitigates the possibilities of undeclared work, forced labor or noncompliance with working hours; environmental risks from the use of products dangerous for people or non-compliant with environmental regulations; and ethical risks like corruption. These mitigations, combined with investment in and support of diverse suppliers, benefit not only our organization but also our clients’ operations and our global communities.
Developing Port Imperial, New Jersey
Once the site of abandoned rail yards, manufacturing plants and port operations, the Weehawken neighborhood has undergone a radical transformation largely due to the work of Veris Residential. We began executing our vision for Port Imperial in the late 1990, transforming the area into a community as we funded and oversaw a $100 million infrastructure and off-site improvement investment in the area. These improvements included the waterfront esplanade and Weehawken’s Waterfront Park and Recreation Center and improved public transportation.
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Community News & Updates
March 26, 2024
CEO Mahbod Nia on Veris Residential’s Next Phase as Pure-Play Multifamily REIT
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March 4, 2024
Veris Residential Recognized by the International WELL Building Institute
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December 11, 2023
Veris Residential Cultivates More Sustainable, Connected Communities with Alvéole
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November 16, 2023
Nareit Honors Veris with the 2023 Leader in the Light Award in the Residential Sector
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November 16, 2023
Nareit Awards Veris the Bronze 2023 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Recognition
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November 16, 2023
Veris Residential Recognized as a Leader in ESG, DEI and Corporate Stewardship by Top Real Estate and Business Organizations
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November 6, 2023
Veris Residential Honored by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
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August 2, 2023
SVP of Marketing & Communications Nicole Jones on ESG, DEI & Philanthropy
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July 19, 2023
Veris Residential Achieves WELL Equity Rating Across Its Portfolio to Advance DE&I Commitment
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July 12, 2023
SVP of Sustainability & ESG Karen Cusmano on Creating Valuable ESG Reporting
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March 21, 2023
Veris Residential Launches Sustainability Collaboration with Ecologi
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February 27, 2023
Veris Residential Adds Madison International, Bozzuto Execs as Directors
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February 22, 2023
The RealDeal Covers Veris Residential’s Shift to Multifamily Focus
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February 17, 2023
Anna Malhari Discusses “Sustainable Real Estate Investing” at the CorpGov Forum
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January 30, 2023
Bisnow Talks to Veris Residential’s COO Anna Malhari About the New WELL Equity Rating and Measuring Diversity
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December 6, 2022
Veris Residential’s Commitment to EV100 Featured on “GreenBiz 350” Podcast
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November 14, 2022
Multi-Housing News Covers Veris Residential’s Inclusive Marketing Practices
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October 25, 2022
Veris Residential COO Anna Malhari Named to New Jersey Governor’s Clean Buildings Working Group
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Reports & Policies
We hold ourselves accountable by regularly reporting on progress toward our ESG targets, as well as publishing our policies regulating our adherence to the highest of environmental and ethical standards.
