A Better Life Awaits Newarkers Experiencing Homelessness
A new 20-unit community exclusively for homeless Newark residents has opened at 101 14th Avenue.
Outreach to Population Experiencing Homelessness Could Increase in Newark
Newark’s municipal government wants to hire a group to engage in outreach with and transportation for people who are experiencing homelessness in the state’s largest city.
Homelessness in the Garden State: Winter Shelter Opens in Newark
The City of Newark has partnered with other organizations and agencies to open a shelter and bring the homeless inside out of the cold. This is the first report in an exclusive Jersey Digs series focusing on homelessness across the state.
HomeFront’s “Week of Hope” Helps Families Break the Cycle of Poverty
The annual event is a week of community service opportunities, plus art, discussions, and educational forums to help transform the lives of local families who are homeless.
Homelessness in the Garden State: New Jersey to Participate in Nationwide Count Today
The annual Point-in-Time Count will be held today across the United States. Local organizations are aiming to determine just how many New Jerseyans woke up this morning without a home.
Jon Bon Jovi’s Soul Kitchen Opens in Jersey City
Jon Bon Jovi's non-profit community restaurant is opening their fourth location in Jersey City that will offer three-course meals by donation along with volunteer opportunities.
Homelessness in the Garden State: Trenton Takes Part in 2018 Point-in-Time Count
Hundreds of volunteers were sent out across New Jersey yesterday as part of the nationwide Point-in-Time Count to survey people who are experiencing homelessness. Jersey Digs participated in the event in Trenton and spoke with local leaders and homeless residents.
St. Lucy’s Opens Supportive Housing in Jersey City as Redevelopment Looms
The first phase of an endeavor that will revitalize several Downtown Jersey City properties celebrated its opening.
City of Hoboken Launches Task Force to Address Homelessness
Hoboken is the first municipality to launch its own dedicated task force to address homelessness.
Resilient Hope: Newark Moves Forward on Housing Plan for Formerly Homeless Residents
Newark officials are backing a project to build housing and services for formerly homeless residents.
