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Homeless Children & Youth Act
We are proud to have partnered with Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill to celebrate the reintroduction of the Homeless Children & Youth Act alongside many of our local homeless provider peers. This bipartisan bill will be a huge step forward for families, children, and other populations, including LGBTQ+, Youth, Domestic Violence Survivors, and Veterans in our community.
We look forward to a future where everyone facing homelessness and housing instability can access vital federal resources!
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A Home for Bob
A visitor of Our Promise drop-in center, Bob had to overcome many obstacles from his past to gain traction on a path to housing. With the help of Family Promise case managers and Navigating Hope staff, Bob received a housing voucher to secure his new home!
Change can be overwhelming and intimidating. Yet, once Bob accepted assistance and began the housing process, he was able to make the journey to housing with guidance from a caring and knowledgeable staff. From his home, Bob shared a special word with Family Promise - accept.
Bob is settling in to his own space while waiting for some furniture, but his pantry is filled and his air conditioner is on! Best wishes, Bob, and congratulations!
*Click on the picture to read Bob's full story on our blog.
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Nick Kumburis
Volunteer Nick Kumburis has been a steady presence at Our Promise Drop-In Center (OP) for almost a year. He enjoys engaging with guests and attentively listening to their stories, as well as offer ideas on tackling their challenging situations.
While volunteering at OP, Nick has discovered a particular barrier guests face for gaining employment and housing: a lack of ID. Often fines and surcharges are involved, making it difficult to obtain a driver's license. Leveraging his connections with local and state government officials, Nick learned about some programs that offer assistance for community members facing this situation and has been able to assist several guests.
When asked why he volunteers, Nick commented, “I came from humble beginnings, and I know how hard it can be to get a foothold when the system seems stacked against you. It can be frustrating, infuriating, and downright hopeless. Over the years, there were people in my life that showed me kindness when I was at my lowest.”
Thank you, Nick, for all you do for our guests at Our Promise!
*Click on Nick's photo to read his full story on our blog.
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Lead Morris
Thank you to members of Lead Morris for spending time at our day center sprucing up the space with a fresh coat of paint. We appreciate the hard work and look forward to working together again!
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Liquid Church
A big thank you to Liquid Church, Morris County for hosting a Community Free Market at Our Promise! Guests of our outreach center enjoyed a special time "shopping" for clothes, shoes, and other fun items with the help of personal shoppers, and were also treated to a gourmet barbecue meal! The fun community event provided our guests with needed items, and the dignity of making their own selections while shopping was incredibly impactful.
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Crum & Forster Insurance Co.
Thank you to Crum & Forster Insurance Company for creating and donating Welcome Home baskets for guests moving into their new homes! A thoughtful touch like a welcome basket helps our guests feel special and cared for. We appreciate our partnership with C&F and look forward to the next project!
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Unemployment benefits – Do you know anyone who has been furloughed or has had their employment put on hold? To find out if eligible for unemployment benefits, check out NJ.com at Unemployed in NJ who has put together an unemployment survival kit. For Unemployment Insurance go to: My Unemployment NJ.gov
211 Assistance Programs - Click on the following programs to learn about each one:
DCAid Assistance Programs - Click here to check out more assistance programs
Eviction Prevention Program - information available here on preventing eviction
Job Opportunities – Check out NJ Jobs, a jobs and hiring site that lists over 65,000 New Jersey job openings.
Mortgage Payments – Refer to the Federal Housing Finance Agency for help with mortgage payments. Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the Federal Home Loan Banks are offering mortgage relief for homeowners.
Monthly Bills – For assistance with paying monthly bills, please refer to ConsumerFinance.gov. The Consumer Protection Financial Bureau lists steps to take to protect yourself financially.
Food / Cash / Health Insurance Assistance – For additional assistance with food, financial needs, and health insurance, check out NJ Helps.
*Credit to our community partner, Habitat for Humanity, for above information.
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Will You Consider Helping with the Following Needed Items?
- Paper towels
- Toilet paper
- Tissues
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Toothpaste
- Mouthwash
- Body Wash
- Body Lotion
- Soap
- Deodorant
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Essential Needs for Guests at Our Promise:
Men's Boxers/Boxer Briefs size M
Men's Pants size 34/36 (XL)
Men's Shirts sizes L & 2XL
Men's Shoes sizes 9-12
Women's Underwear sizes 6, 7, 8, XL
Women's T-shirts all sizes
Mouthwash
Hand Sanitizer or Hand Wipes
Sanitizing Wipes & Other Cleaning Supplies
Laundry Detergent
Wash Cloths
Pocket Tissues
Umbrellas
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