Project Freedom: Delivering Independence Through Supportive Housing
Parents of children with special needs often wonder what the future will hold. As their children grow older, questions about independence and long-term support become more urgent. For many families, the search for affordable, supportive housing can feel overwhelming. But for Matt and Patti Devlin, that search led them to a community where their son […]
Governor Murphy’s Housing Legacy: Making the Mount Laurel Promise Real
As Governor Phil Murphy prepares to leave office next week, it’s worth pausing to reflect on how far New Jersey has come in fulfilling the promise of the Mount Laurel Doctrine — and how his leadership helped turn a 50-year legal principle into tangible results for communities across the state. Fifty-one years ago, the New […]
How Inclusionary Zoning and Affordable Housing Build Healthier, More Equitable Communities
by Emily Rubinson, Development & Grants Manager Home is where health begins. One of the best tools we have to address public health — including physical and mental well-being, nutrition, physical safety, and access to high-quality education — is inclusionary zoning. New Jersey’s Mount Laurel Doctrine is the nation’s strongest inclusionary zoning framework — and […]
As Cinnaminson Families Celebrate New Affordable Homes, State Budget Cuts Threaten Nonprofit Developers
Habitat for Humanity South Central New Jersey recently celebrated the ribbon-cutting ceremony for six brand-new affordable housing units. Six hard-working families —
Homeownership for All: How NJ’s First Generation & Down Payment Assistance Programs Help Close the Racial Wealth Gap
Owning a home is a proven strategy to building wealth and financial security, but for many people purchasing a home may be too far out of reach. In many cases, buyers have the income to afford monthly payments but lack the initial savings to cover the down payment. Down payments for homes largely depend on […]
Monarch Housing Associates: Nonprofit Housing Development With a Social Justice Mission
By Orlando Salas, FSHC Communications Strategist Monarch Housing Associates is a nonprofit organization focused on creating affordable and supportive housing, as well as building and implementing plans to end homelessness. Their Housing Development Team has 30 years of experience working with clients to develop affordable and mixed-income rental housing for seniors, families and persons with […]
How Do I Know If I Can Afford to Buy A Home? NJ Citizen Action Is Here to Help.
By Orlando Salas, FSHC Communications Strategist (And Aspiring Homeowner) I’m hoping to purchase a home sometime next year, so I figured I would start looking around to see what the market is like. As many people do, I turned to Zillow. And of course, the listings with beautiful extravagant houses caught my attention — but […]
The Fight For Equitable Disaster Relief — in New Jersey and Beyond
September 27, 2024 By: Diego Arias (Policy Associate, Fair Share Housing Center) With each natural disaster, the need for equitable rebuilding and enhanced resilience grows more urgent. However, current policies fall short in ensuring that low-income and communities of color can shape recovery, access necessary resources, and protect against future harm. Recovery spending disproportionately benefits […]
Reflecting on Success: “Integrating New Jersey: The Fight for Affordable Housing” Event Recap
By: Earlier this month, partners, advocates, and residents gathered at Jacob’s Chapel AME Church in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, for a pivotal event—”Integrating New Jersey: The Fight for Affordable Housing.” The atmosphere was charged with enthusiasm, and the insightful discussions paved the way for a brighter future in affordable housing. Setting the Stage The event […]
New Jersey’s Latinx: Housing, History, and Generational Challenges
New Jersey’s Latinx: Housing, History, and Generational Challenges September 28th, 2023 By Diego Alejandro Arias, Staff Attorney New Jersey’s Latinx community has made a vibrant contribution to the state and its growth, development, and regional character. It’s impossible to live in New Jersey and not be witness to the commercial and cultural influences of Latin […]
