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Here’s how people experiencing homelessness can earn $75, free lunch to pick up trash in Camden County.
The Work Now program in Camden County, NJ provides opportunities for people experiencing homelessness to work and earn $75 and a free...
FOX 29 PHILADELPHIA
Mar 12, 2024


NJ Homelessness: What’s Changed, Why It’s Growing Nationwide.
by: Megan VerHelst The article delves into the increasing homelessness rates in New Jersey, where more than 10,200 residents were...
Patch
Mar 8, 2024


Just Believe: Home for Veterans Overcoming Addiction Getting Started In Ocean County.
by: Jerry Corino Tom DeFalcon, project manager with Elite Construction Services, is overseeing the development of Larry's Home, a...
Asbury Park Press
Mar 7, 2024


10 Insider Tips to Raise General Operating Support.
By Lisa Schohl During the pandemic, some foundations and donors provided more flexibility in their giving, but it's uncertain if this...
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
Mar 4, 2024


Can Municipalities Criminalize Homelessness?
by: Jack Heinrich Karen and Antonia Fasanelli, Executive Director of the National Homelessness Law Center, discuss the U.S. Supreme Court...
WGN Radio 720
Mar 3, 2024


Bridges Outreach, Inc. Helps Hundreds Exit or Avoid Homelessness In 2023, Shattering Prior Year Impact.
In 2023, Bridges Outreach, Inc. housed 209 people and prevented 283 from becoming homeless, marking a major increase due to enhanced...
Tap Into Newark
Feb 27, 2024


Budget Address: Gov. Murphy Re-Doubles Support for Affordable Housing Reform.
Governor Murphy's budget address highlighted his support for affordable housing legislation with a focus on new funding to...
Insider NJ
Feb 26, 2024


Are 'Accessory Dwellings' an Answer to NJ's Housing Crisis?
Written by: Mike Hayes Photo is Courtesy of Brian Staub New Jersey is looking into a new bill that would require towns to allow...
Gothamist
Feb 26, 2024


Understanding public perceptions of homelessness in the UK.
This groundbreaking program is rallying communities and leaders to take local action and make sure everyone has a place to call home....
HOMEWARDS Royal Foundations
Feb 20, 2024


$95M to be Allocated from NJ Opioid Fund to Battle Crisis
Gov. Phil Murphy allocates $95 million from New Jersey's Opioid Recovery Fund, with $17 million dedicated to bolstering shelter beds,...
The New Jersey Business Magazine
Feb 16, 2024


Schools may be underestimating how many kids are homeless.
by: Dennis Thompson A study reveals that schools in the United States are underestimating the number of homeless students. The research...
PHYS.ORG
Feb 14, 2024


Affordable housing overhaul gets Assembly OK, but journey not over
BY: NIKITA BIRYUKOV (Photo by New Jersey Monitor) New Jersey's Assembly passed a bill to change the affordable housing system. It's...
NJ Monitor Article
Feb 12, 2024


Is housing health care? State Medicaid programs increasingly say ‘yes’.
by: Angela Hart Photo by: Doug Hoke States are using Medicaid funds to address the homelessness crisis, with California allocating $12...
USA TODAY
Feb 11, 2024


What if public housing were for everyone?
Local governments are trying a new way to address the housing crisis. Rachel M. Cohen is a senior reporter for Vox covering social...
VOX
Feb 9, 2024


Rent prices higher than national average in New Jersey in 2023 - and rising
Written by: Kim Strong New Jersey's rent prices surged by 4.24% in 2023 to an average of $2,841, outpacing the national average. While...
Asbury Park Press
Feb 9, 2024


EXPERT ROUNDUP: PUBLIC HEALTH AND HOMELESSNESS
Written by: Ben Bradley, Kaitlyn Ranney Homelessness is not just a housing crisis but a public health emergency, with the unhoused facing...
Community Solutions
Feb 5, 2024


What One Nonprofit Learned From Getting Hacked — and How Other Groups Can Protect Themselves
Cybercrimes have doubled since 2018, but protecting organizations from hacks is increasingly easy and affordable. By Kay Dervishi Image...
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
Feb 2, 2024


Once again, Trenton shows more compassion for animals than for humans
By L.A. PARKER The City of Trenton has prioritized animal welfare over the needs of the homeless population. Community action is needed...
The Trentonian
Jan 29, 2024


Experts have said for years we need more social and affordable housing process. So where is it?
By the Specialist Reporting Team's Evan Young As Australia faces affordable housing challenges, collaboration between government,...
abc News
Jan 26, 2024


Supreme Court and Homelessness: What the Grants Pass v. Johnson Case Could Do
Written by Steve Berg The Supreme Court is set to hear a case that could determine if it's unconstitutional to criminalize homelessness...
NAEH
Jan 25, 2024


A restart on remaking NJ’s affordable housing process.
Colleen O'Dea, Senior Writer & Project Director Proposed landmark legislation seeks to establish a fair and transparent framework for the...
NJ Spotlight News
Jan 25, 2024


Why it’s so hard to end homelessness in America
City of Boston workers clear encampments in the area known as Mass and Cass. Craig F. Walker/The Boston Globe via Getty Images Alvin...
The Harvard Gazette
Jan 23, 2024


The Supreme Court will decide what cities can do about tent encampments.
An Oregon case will clarify whether officials can jail or fine homeless people for sleeping outside. By: Rachel M. Cohen Tents line the...
VOX
Jan 11, 2024


Making Progress on Homelessness Requires Support for Our Workforce
Written by: Ann Oliva In the fight against homelessness, the unsung heroes are the dedicated frontline staff who tirelessly work to...
NAEH
Jan 8, 2024
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