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 in 2023
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 Veris Residential’s 2023 ESG Update, released June 28, 2024
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.
FOR THE LOVE OF HUMANITY: ST JUDE FUNDRAISING KICKOFF WITH KIRSTEN FERGUSON
Community News & Updates
May 13, 2024
MIT Center for Real Estate Releases Podcast Featuring Veris CEO Mahbod Nia
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May 9, 2024
Veris Residential CEO Mahbod Nia Delivers Lecture at MIT Center for Real Estate
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March 26, 2024
CEO Mahbod Nia on Veris Residential’s Next Phase as Pure-Play Multifamily REIT
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November 30, 2023
COO Anna Malhari on Transparency, Accountability and Oversight in ESG
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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 12, 2023
SVP of Sustainability & ESG Karen Cusmano on Creating Valuable ESG Reporting
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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.
