HomeFront’s mission is to end homelessness in Central New Jersey by harnessing the caring, resources and expertise of the community. We lessen the immediate pain of homelessness and help families become self-sufficient.
25548 unique individuals
Who were given shelter, food, and life-changing assistance.
450 + individuals
Sheltered by HomeFront on any given night, the majority being children.
1041024 meals
Were provided through free groceries, fresh produce, dairy, and meat through our food pantries.
263 children
Made memories to grow on in our year-round Joy, Hopes & Dreams programming of educational and enrichment activities.
Core Pillars
Tackling Poverty
and Homelessness
Offering a comprehensive slate of programs designed to help families in economic crisis address whatever issues they are facing. With support in five key areas, we’re committed to building a resilient community.
Offering shelter, permanent housing, and rental assistance to ensure families have a safe place to call home.
More InfoEmpowering individuals with educational and employment opportunities and helping clients add to their toolkits for success.
More InfoProviding a nurturing environment through childcare, after-school programs, and educational support to help children grow.
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How can you make a
difference?
When all families are thriving, our community is stronger.
Help transform lives and support our work. The more people who contribute to ending homelessness in Central New Jersey, the more momentum we have to make it happen in our community.
The Challenge
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Housing instability in New Jersey, already high, is increasing at an alarming rate.
$38.08 per hour is the hourly rate needed to afford a two-bedroom rental home in New Jersey at HUD's Fair Market Rent. (National Low Income Housing Coalition)
Families are struggling—across the country, in New Jersey, and here in Mercer County.
Over 1 in 4 U.S. adults don’t have any emergency savings at all.
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1 in 12 children in Mercer County are facing food insecurity (Advocates for Children of New Jersey)