As we closeout a very tough year with the many challenges associated with the virus, we are very optimistic about 2021. As the holidays approach, we will not celebrate with family and friends as in a normal year, but we still are able to celebrate in creative ways, including helping those who do not have…
In this wonderful season of Thanksgiving, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the things we can give thanks for. We can especially be thankful for the fact that we saw another day as we awakened this morning, that we live in a country where we can worship freely, speak freely, pursue our dreams freely,…
Thirty-five years ago, the United Nations General Assembly took an important step in promoting the idea that everyone deserves a decent place to live by declaring that the first Monday in October would be World Habitat Day. On Monday, Oct. 5, 2020, Habitat for Humanity joins with our partners around the world to rededicate ourselves to recognizing the basic right to adequate shelter. Habitat for…
View our Virtual Home Dedication! Congratulations Allasha & Norman!
It is said that “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade”. Over the past few months, we’ve been making the best out of a challenging situation. The construction of 307 Hillside Avenue in Long Branch continued with only one experienced volunteer, following safety guidelines and our construction staff, Ron and Andy. HFHMC was recognized with…
In coordination with the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York, OceanFirst Bank has helped ten local nonprofit organizations dedicated to providing housing in our community, obtain a $10,000 COVID-19 Small Business Recovery Grant. One such grant recipient, Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County, was presented with their $10,000 grant check from OceanFirst Bank on…
The DCA is offering temporary rental assistance (limited funds so will be a lottery for selection) for households impacted by COVID. COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program (CVERAP) applications are online only. Enrollment Period is Monday, July 6, 2020, at 9:00 am until Friday, July 10, 2020, at 5:00 pm. See below for a list of requirements and to…
Habitat for Humanity affiliates across New Jersey stand together with our Black brothers and sisters. Black Lives Matter. We individually and collectively resolve to face the truth of our own bias and racism. Moreover, as leaders in affordable housing and community development, we will face the truth of decades of government, private, and non-profit sector…
Our mission continues! Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth is committed to building homes for our partner families. We are actively working on a project in Long Branch with our limited construction crew and our generous vendors and contractors. Our projected completion date of the house is June. This work allows us to continue to deliver our mission to help…
Dear Friends- We are checking in with our Habitat for Humanity family. The staff at Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County is fine and doing what it takes to keep our mission going while remaining safe and protected. More importantly, we are hopeful, especially when we have good news to share with you. First, we were thrilled…