Back-to-School––Help Our Children Get Ready to Learn
That is what it is like for children from homeless families on the first day of school. The others can see their difference in their clothing and shoes. Their families do not have the money to buy a backpack and school supplies. They stand out and you know how that feels. “Our children also need support beyond that first day,” explains Sheila Addison, HomeFront’s Family Preservation director. “There are field trips, class photos, notebooks and binders that don’t last all year long. Then there are many hard to fit kids who need clothes and shoes. We appreciate every backpack, but it is important to remember these children have needs all year long.” Thanks to the generosity of local volunteers this year, over 1,600 homeless and needy children in central New Jersey will receive new clothes new sneakers and a backpack full of supplies just in time for the start of the school year. Hundreds of caring sponsors ‘adopt’ a child to help make their first day of school comfortable.
“We are so grateful for the donated backpacks and monetary support. Our children and their moms are very excited and appreciative. Over the last several years, participation from the community has tripled,” Addison continues. “We encourage our sponsors to commit to helping the children throughout the entire year. Your contribution to HomeFront’s Back-to-School appeal is tax-deductible. Please consider helping all year long. Click here to invest in the future of child, a family and your community.
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“This single effort works miracles on a child’s self esteem,” Addison says. “But the fact is, the back packs and the first day of school are just the beginning of a long year. They will have many small needs, such as class pictures, field trips or school uniforms. These are basic items, but to a family who can’t make ends meet, they are luxuries.”NEWS
Generations, A Fine Art Exhibit to Benefit HomeFront Families Slated for 9/24-10/3
A fine art exhibit, Generations, featuring the works of Jill Sacalis Turndorf, John Sacalis, Joy Sacalis and Ben Turndorf will be held September 24 through October 3 in Palmer Square. One-half of all of the proceeds from the show will go to benefit HomeFront to provide food, housing, education and other services to homeless families. Read more
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The Star Ledger
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HomeFront Rehabs Houses in Hopewell Township The Times, July 8, 2010
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP - Two years ago, the two buildings at 449 Scotch Road sat dilapidated and abandoned. Now, with the help of HomeFront, Hopewell Township and Mercer County, they are set to house three low-income families. Read more
In Support of Nutrition Programs The Times Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Turner joins nonprofit leaders to abolish funding cuts Read more
HomeFront Basketball Team Wins Over J. O. Nelson Team
The spring season may be winding down, but spirits were on the upswing as the home team netted another win with an outstanding performance by point guard Andrew Powell. Click here for details
A Favorite Clown Visits HomeFront
Ronald McDonald House Charities awarded us a grant for a new bus for the Cherry Tree Club. The big clown himself came last Monday for a photo op with the bus. Ronald then stayed and put on a show for the kids from Cherry Tree Club and other children who were at the Family Preservation Center. Read more
FPC Celebrates its 7th Birthday!
On Wednesday, Mar. 3, our HomeFront community celebrated the seventh anniversary of the Family Preservation Center in West Trenton. For seven years, the FPC has given food, shelter and support to help over 1000 families break the cycle of poverty. At the same time, they honored the service of Thora Faigle, the director of the FPC and marked her retirement. Click to WBZN story. Read more
Check Out our ArtSpace Web Page
See the art, visit the exhibits and help support our program. (Click here for more information) Read more
We Need Volunteers!
HomeFront's 2009 Annual Report Available
HomeFront's Annual Report honors our community of supporters and highlights the scope of our mission. Click above to read the annual report and on the attached pdf for a list of additional donors. Read more
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