- At Peace Islands Institute, we believe in fostering unity, understanding, and friendship through meaningful events and projects. Our Ramadan Programs department has consistently organized impactful initiatives that celebrate the spirit of Ramadan and promote interfaith dialogue and harmony. From iftars and community gatherings to educational workshops and charity drives, our programs provide a platform for people of all backgrounds to come together, learn, and share in the blessings of this sacred month. Join us in embracing the values of compassion, peace, and togetherness during Ramadan and beyond.
March 19, 2026
Peace Islands Community Iftar at East Rutherford Community Center
On February 25th, Peace Islands Institute hosted a community Iftar at the East Rutherford Community
March 19, 2026
2026 Annual Friendship Dinner at Chart House
We were honored to host our Annual Ramadan Friendship Dinner at Chart House, bringing together
March 19, 2026
Interfaith Youth Iftar
Recently we had a wonderful Interfaith Youth Iftar with our Youth Peace Network and the
Short Hills Church Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Short Hills Church Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come
August 13, 2025
Ramsey Lutheran Church of the Redeemer Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Ramsey Lutheran Church of the Redeemer Iftar Dinner. It was truly an
August 13, 2025
Shomrei Torah Congregation Iftar
Highlights from the Shomrei Torah Congregation Iftar. It was truly an honor to come together
August 13, 2025
Trinity Methodist Church Home Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Trinity Methodist Church Home Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to
August 13, 2025
Pompton Plains Reformed Church Home Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Pompton Plains Reformed Church Home Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor
August 13, 2025
Congregation B’Nai Israel Iftar
Highlights from the Congregation B'Nai Israel Iftar. It was truly an honor to come together
August 13, 2025
Ner Tamid Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Ner Tamid Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come together
August 13, 2025
Morristown United Methodist Church Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Morristown United Methodist Church Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to
August 13, 2025
First Presbyterian Church of Rockaway Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the First Presbyterian Church of Rockaway Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor
August 13, 2025
Packanack Community Church Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Packanack Community Church Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come
Sisters Saint Elizabeth Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Sisters Saint Elizabeth Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come
Temple Beth Tikvah Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Temple Beth Tikvah Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come
August 12, 2025
Montclair FCC Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Montclair FCC Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come together
August 12, 2025
House Iftars
Highlights from the House Iftars. It was truly an honor to come together for such
August 12, 2025
Wayne Town Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Wayne Town Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come together
Caldwell University Iftar
Highlights from the Caldwell University Iftar. It was truly an honor to come together for
August 12, 2025
Charthouse Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Charthouse Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come together for
August 12, 2025
Oakland Pons/Barnert Temple Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Oakland Pons/Barnert Temple Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come
Pompton Plains Reform Church Iftar
Highlights from the Pompton Plains Reform Church Iftar. It was truly an honor to come
August 12, 2025
Wayne Community Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Wayne Community Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come together
August 12, 2025
Dialogue Volunteer Suhoor
It was truly an honor to come together for such a meaningful early morning gathering!
August 12, 2025
East Rutherford Community Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the East Rutherford Community Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come
August 12, 2025
Fair Lawn Episcopal Church Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Fair Lawn Episcopal Church Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to
August 12, 2025
Montville UMC Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Montville UMC Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come together
August 12, 2025
Trinity UMC Iftar
Highlights from the Trinity UMC Iftar. It was truly an honor to come together for
August 12, 2025
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the St. Paul's Lutheran Church Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to
August 12, 2025
Morristown UMC Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Morristown UMC Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come together
August 12, 2025
Saddle River Reformed Church Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Saddle River Reformed Church Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to
August 12, 2025
Union Congregational Church Iftar Dinner
Peace Islands Institute had the pleasure of hosting members of Union Congregational Church for an
August 12, 2025
Chatham UMC Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Chatham UMC Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come together
August 12, 2025
Ringwood Community Presbyterian Church Iftar Dinner
Peace Islands Institute joined Ringwood Community Presbyterian Church for a warm and uplifting Iftar Dinner,
August 12, 2025
Central Unitarian Church Iftar
Highlights from the Central Unitarian Church Iftar. It was truly an honor to come together
August 12, 2025
Preakness Reformed Church Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Preakness Reformed Church Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come
August 12, 2025
Temple Beth Rishon Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Temple Beth Rishon Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come
August 12, 2025
Grace Church Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Grace Church Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come together
August 12, 2025
Glen Ridge Congregational Church Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Glen Ridge Congregational Church Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to
March 8, 2025
Interweave Board Members Iftar @ Harmony Point
Highlights from the Interweave Board Members Iftar @ Harmony Point. It was truly an honor
March 6, 2025
Temple Agudath Israel Iftar Dinner
Highlights from the Temple Agudath Israel Iftar Dinner. It was truly an honor to come
March 3, 2025
Sisters Iftar @ Peace Islands
Highlights from the Sisters Iftar @ Peace Islands. It was truly an honor to come
March 2, 2025
Temple Beth Tikvah Iftar
Highlights from the Temple Beth Tikvah Iftar. It was truly an honor to come together
March 2, 2025
Youth Academy – Peace Network Iftar
Highlights from the Youth Academy - Peace Network Iftar. It was truly an honor to
February 13, 2025
Ramadan & Dialogue: Building Bridges Through Shared Traditions
On February 8, 2025, Peace Islands Institute hosted an engaging Ramadan & Dialogue Info Session
April 14, 2023
Annual Ramadan Friendship Dinner at Chart House
Peace Islands Institute (PII) was honored to have hosted the Annual Ramadan Friendship Iftar Dinner
April 12, 2023
Annual Ramadan Friendship Dinner 2023
Peace Islands Institute New Jersey is thrilled to invite you to our Annual Ramadan Friendship
July 15, 2022
We came together at the festival of Eid-al-Adha!
At the Eid Festival, people came together to celebrate Eid-Al Adha, which was co-sponsored by
April 29, 2022
United Methodist Church Iftar Dinner Program
We held the last iftar of Ramadan with the valuable members of the United Methodist
April 29, 2022
Youth Academy Iftar Dinner!
We held a great friendship iftar where our young friends from PII Youth Academy came
April 23, 2022
Temple Sholom West Essex Panel & Friendship Dinner
Moderated by Brian Fleischer we held a panel discussion on how different communities can support
April 23, 2022
Passaic County Dialogue Dinner
On April 23, 2022, we had the opportunity to host our local neighbors and friends
April 23, 2022
Temple Ner Tamid – PII Iftar Dinner
On April 14, Temple Ner Tamid hosted the PII Interfaith team and volunteers. We talked
April 23, 2022
Nutley Grace Church Iftar Dinner Program
We held our fast-breaking fast with 90 participants at Nutley Grace Church on April 23.
April 21, 2022
Annual Friendship Dinner at Charthouse!
We held our Ramadan Dialog / Friendship Iftar Program at Charthouse on Thursday evening with
April 19, 2022
WEMA – Peace Islands Institute Iftar Program
On April 19, we came together with the valuable members of WEMA at a small
April 13, 2022
Drew University Iftar Dinner Program
On April 13, we organized our campus fast-breaking dinner at Drew University's Madison campus with
April 12, 2022
Ramadan Media Iftar Dinner!
On April 12, 2022, we held Ramadan Media iftar for the first time this year
April 9, 2022
Bergen County Dialogue Iftar Program
On April 9, 2022, we had the opportunity to host our local neighbors and friends
April 7, 2022
Temple Agudath Israel – Peace Islands Institute Iftar Program
On April 7, 2022, Temple Agudath Israel hosted the PII Interfaith group. We held an
April 6, 2022
BSCBCI Interfaith leaders Iftar Dinner Program
On April 6, 2022, we hosted the leaders of the Brotherhood, Sisterhood Committee of Bergen
April 3, 2022
First Interfaith Iftar Program with Union Congregational Church
We held our first iftar on April 3, 2022! We were honored to hosted the