This funding opportunity aims to expand access to housing support services across New Jersey and increase the number of organizations equipped to assist residents facing housing instability. Nonprofit organizations serving vulnerable populations are encouraged to review the requirements and determine their eligibility.

Lunch Break is proud to announce the purchase of a two-family home in Long Branch, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s long-term commitment to helping families experiencing homelessness achieve stability, dignity, and hope.

CVCJ has joined the YMCA of the Jersey Shore, expanding senior supports like medical transport, pet therapy, dementia programs, respite, friendly visits, veteran help, grocery assistance, and mental health outreach. Services now operate within YMCA Counseling and Social Services.

The application period opened on Monday, June 29, 2026. and will close on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

On Tuesday, June 23rd, HUD announced the CoC Builds Notice of Funding Opportunity. This funding is available for agencies to submit applications for new construction, acquisition, or rehabilitation of new Permanent Supportive Housing units for persons experiencing homelessness with a disability. The agency is eligible to submit an application for up to $9,000,000.

FCS offers a Senior Wellness Program supporting older adults in Monmouth County with in-home wellness assessments, personalized visits, recreational activities, food insecurity screenings, and intergenerational connection to reduce loneliness and isolation.

A new free dental clinic has opened at Brookdale Community College through a partnership with Parker Family Health Center and Monmouth County, expanding access to care for uninsured residents and providing on?campus clinical training for future dental professionals.

New NJDOE initiative and resources focused on preventing youth disconnection and improving student re-engagement. Includes tools, guidance, and support to help schools and communities address chronic absenteeism and keep students connected.

The HSC Executive Committee strongly encourages all agencies interested in serving those who have experienced homelessness, including agencies that have not previously received HUD CoC funding, to consider submission of a Notice of Intent.  All Notices of Intent will be evaluated according the scoring criteria attached.   The technical assistance session is on June 15th, at 2 PM.

Ocean & Monmouth DCPP is offering free water-safety materials to help keep children, families, and caregivers safe as we head into the summer season. These resources are designed for community organizations, schools, pediatric offices, and local programs that want to share practical, easy-to-use safety information with the families they serve.