Last Month's Highlights
We’re inspired by the members of Middletown High School North Girls United for their leadership and dedication to our mission. They thoughtfully assembled and decorated packages filled with hygiene and beauty products, bringing comfort and care to the women we serve.
A heartfelt thank you to the many individuals and organizations who contributed to our Spring Basket Drive. Your generosity helped deliver moments of joy and brightness to the children and families in our programs.
We’re proud to recognize the following community partners:
Child Advocacy Center, Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office
Holmdel High School & The De Stefano Family
Marlboro High School & The Salpeter Family
OceanFirst Bank (Red Bank, NJ)
RBC Missions Club
Red Bank Elks Lodge / Army of Hope
St. Catherine of Siena Parish (Farmingdale, NJ)
Tinton Falls Middle School NJHS Club
We Care Bundles
Women's Club of Matawan
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April is National Volunteer Month!
In honor of National Volunteer Month, we proudly celebrate the extraordinary individuals who power our mission to support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Your compassion, dedication, and willingness to show up—again and again—make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.
We extend special recognition to our Board of Directors, Advisory Board, Survivor Board, Domestic Violence Response Team, and Sexual Assault Response Team. Whether you’re working directly with survivors and families or supporting our efforts behind the scenes at events and in our offices, your impact is immeasurable. Our work is stronger because of you.
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Opportunity: 1-2 volunteers needed to write thank you notes.
Location: Admin office (1 Bethany Rd, Building 3, Suite 42, Hazlet, NJ 07730)
Date/Time: Any weekday in April between 10 am-5 pm. The project should take 1-2 hours.
Requirements: Volunteers must be 16+ and have neat handwriting. The entrance to our office requires walking up a long flight of stairs.
Please contact SophianaA@180nj.org to schedule.
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Transportation Support - We are seeking reliable and compassionate volunteers to assist with transportation for residential clients in our Safe House Program. This role is essential in helping clients attend appointments, access resources, and maintain stability. Due to the nature of the program, flexibility and a strong sense of responsibility are key. Read the full volunteer description here.
Childcare Support - We are seeking compassionate, patient, and dependable volunteers to provide childcare support within our Safe House Program. This role supports children residing in the program by offering a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment during support groups, activities, and scheduled programming. This is an as-needed, flexible position based on program needs. Read the full volunteer description here.
Please contact CrystalW@180nj.org with any questions or to apply for these roles.
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180 relies on the support of highly trained volunteers to assist victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their families during times of crisis. Volunteers provide support and advocacy during hospital medical examinations, police procedures, and through the criminal justice system. These volunteer roles require 40 hours of training and an ongoing commitment.
Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) - Visit our website to learn more about the program and how to apply.
Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) - Visit our website to learn more about the program and how to apply.
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2NDFLOOR is 180’s confidential and anonymous helpline for New Jersey’s youth and young adults. It is the only 180 program serving the entire state, beyond Monmouth County.
2NDFLOOR isn't just answering helpline calls; it can be so much more! Take a look at the new and exciting volunteer opportunities linked below. Each one allows for creativity, flexibility, and encourages our volunteers to use their unique talents, interests, and resources. There are so many ways to help…each one makes a difference.
Visit the 2NDFLOOR website for more information about volunteer opportunities.
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In addition to the above, we are urgently in need of:
Gift Cards:
- Gas or Uber/Lyft (these are especially important for helping clients get to their 180 therapy sessions)
Personal Care:
- Shampoo and conditioner (for all hair types; full size bottles preferred)
- Body wash and lotion (full size bottles preferred)
- Face wash and moisturizer (for all skin types; full size bottles preferred)
- Vaseline, Aquaphor, and chapstick
- Shaving cream (for women and men)
- Bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths
Clothing:
*Please note: Due to health regulations, all clothing must be brand new with tags.
- Sweat suits, sweat pants, and leggings (all sizes; for women, men, and youth)
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Light spring jackets (all sizes; for women, men, and youth)
- Sneakers (all sizes; for women, men, and youth)
- Women’s pajamas and robes (all sizes)
- Women's slippers, shower slides, and flip flops (all sizes)
We are grateful to accept individual donations and to partner with schools, businesses, and community groups on donation drives. Please email SophianaA@180nj.org to make arrangements and coordinate drop off.
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Every October, in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, 180’s Amanda’s Easel creative arts therapy program unveils a survivor-led awareness art exhibit.
The October 2025 exhibit, Crystal Clarity: Seeing the Future Free from Abuse, powerfully illustrates personal journeys of healing, resilience, and hope for a future free from abuse and is on display throughout Monmouth County in 2026.
By sharing these personal stories through art, 180 Turning Lives Around hopes to raise community awareness about the impact of domestic violence and the transformative power of creative expression.
If you are interested in having this exhibit displayed at your location, please contact SamanthaM@180nj.org.
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1 Bethany Rd,
Hazlet, NJ
07730
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