Garden State Equality leaders and community advocates gathered with state officials at a healthcare shield bill signing ceremony

Nonprofits & Community Organizations

Nonprofits and community organizations across New Jersey

Nonprofits for getting help, getting involved and giving back. Community centers, youth programs, health services, Pride, the arts, disability services and career support, each with its programs and the way in.

National organizations based here

Community Spotlight

Youth · Transgender support

Sam & Devorah Foundation for Trans Youth

Chatham, NJ · nationwide

The foundation connects transgender and nonbinary youth nationwide with trained adult mentors and affirming virtual communities.

Serves: Transgender and nonbinary youth and young adults ages 13 to 24 nationwide

Elsewhere in New Jersey

Community Spotlight

Health & HIV · Community center

EDGE New Jersey

Parsippany, NJ

EDGE New Jersey delivers comprehensive HIV care, harm reduction, behavioral healthcare, and inclusive LGBTQ+ community programs.

Serves: LGBTQ+ individuals, people living with or affected by HIV, and community members in Morris, Sussex, and Warren counties

Community Spotlight

Advocacy & legal · Health & HIV

Garden State Equality

Asbury Park, NJ · statewide

New Jersey's largest LGBTQ+ advocacy and education organization advances civil rights and health equity statewide.

Serves: LGBTQ+ individuals, students, educators, and families across the state of New Jersey

Participants and large puppet figures marching during the Jersey City Pride parade

Community Spotlight

Community center · Health & HIV

Hudson Pride Center

Jersey City, NJ

Hudson Pride Center provides affirming healthcare navigation, HIV prevention, youth empowerment, and social services for LGBTQ+ communities.

Serves: LGBTQ+ individuals and people living with or affected by HIV in Hudson County and Northern New Jersey

Community Spotlight

Community center · Arts & culture

Newark LGBTQ Community Center

Newark, NJ

Newark LGBTQ Community Center provides affirming safe spaces, cultural programming, wellness workshops, and social justice advocacy.

Serves: LGBTQ+ individuals, youth, seniors, and allies in Newark and surrounding Essex County

Princeton University students visiting and meeting with community leaders at QSpot LGBT Community Center

Community Spotlight

Community center · Arts & culture

QSpot LGBT Community Center

Asbury Park, NJ

The community center provides safe gathering spaces, social programs, and wellness resources for the Jersey Shore LGBTQ+ community.

Serves: LGBTQ+ individuals, families, seniors, and allies along the Jersey Shore and throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties

Community members gathered in a circle for a support and discussion group meeting at the center

Community Spotlight

Community center · Youth

The Pride Center of New Jersey

Highland Park, NJ

The Pride Center of New Jersey is a volunteer-led community hub providing peer support groups, youth programs, and welcoming social connection.

Serves: LGBTQ+ youth, adults, families, and allies in Central New Jersey and surrounding areas

Program participants and community members gathering at an Arc Mercer event

Community Spotlight

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc Mercer, Inc.

Ewing, NJ

The organization provides comprehensive residential, agricultural vocational, and specialized healthcare supports for people with disabilities.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Greater Mercer County and surrounding areas

Program participant enjoying an activity at The Arc Morris facility

Community Spotlight

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc Morris

Morris Plains, NJ

The Arc Morris provides comprehensive residential, day habilitation, vocational, and recreational services for individuals with disabilities.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Morris County

Community Spotlight

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Monmouth

Tinton Falls, NJ

The Arc of Monmouth provides comprehensive lifelong services, housing, and employment for people with disabilities across Monmouth County.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Monmouth County

Community Spotlight

Economic empowerment · Career & workforce

Urban League of Essex County

Newark, NJ

Urban League of Essex County fosters economic self-reliance, educational achievement, and civil rights in Newark and Essex County.

Serves: African Americans, disadvantaged residents, and families in Newark and throughout Essex County

Community center · Disability services

AWCA NJ

Teaneck, NJ

Providing compassionate social services, home health care, senior enrichment, and family counseling for Asian Americans in Northern New Jersey.

Serves: Asian American individuals, Korean seniors, individuals with disabilities, and families across Bergen County and Northern New Jersey

Career & workforce · Economic empowerment

Dress for Success Central New Jersey - 7 Counties

Lawrenceville, NJ

Dress for Success Central New Jersey empowers women toward economic independence through professional attire, career coaching, and skill development.

Serves: Women seeking employment and economic independence across Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset, Hunterdon, and Union counties

Career & workforce · Economic empowerment

Dress for Success Northern New Jersey - 10 Counties

Madison, NJ

Dress for Success Northern New Jersey provides workforce development, professional attire, and career support for women across 10 counties.

Serves: Women striving for economic self-sufficiency across 10 Northern New Jersey counties

Disability services · Career & workforce

SCARC, Inc.

Augusta, NJ

The organization empowers individuals with developmental disabilities and their families through lifelong residential, day, and employment supports.

Serves: Children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities and their families in Sussex County

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc Gloucester

West Deptford, NJ

The Arc Gloucester empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, vocational, and day services.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Gloucester County

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Atlantic County

Egg Harbor Township, NJ

The organization provides comprehensive residential, day habilitation, and employment services for people with developmental disabilities.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Atlantic County

Campers and counselors performing on stage during Camp Rainbow activities

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Bergen and Passaic Counties, Inc.

Hackensack, NJ

The Arc of Bergen and Passaic Counties provides comprehensive day, vocational, residential, and youth programs for people with disabilities.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Bergen and Passaic counties

Two people smiling and hugging during an Arc of Burlington County gathering

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Burlington County

Burlington, NJ

The organization supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve independence and community inclusion.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Burlington County

An Arc of Camden County staff member supporting a program participant with daily activities

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Camden County

Berlin, NJ

The organization promotes community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through employment and housing.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Camden County

Exterior view of The Arc Thrift Store operated by The Arc of Cape May County

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Cape May County, Inc.

Cape May Court House, NJ

The organization promotes and protects the human rights of individuals with developmental disabilities throughout Cape May County.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Cape May County

Participants and supporters celebrating at an Arc of Cumberland County community gathering

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Cumberland County

Vineland, NJ

The Arc of Cumberland County empowers people with disabilities through supported employment, respite, and community-based individual supports.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Cumberland County

Campers and counselors smiling together in Camp Hope t-shirts at an outdoor summer activity

Disability services · Youth

The Arc of Essex County

Livingston, NJ

The Arc of Essex County delivers lifelong education, day habilitation, residential living, and summer camp for individuals with disabilities.

Serves: Children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Essex County and Northern New Jersey

A participant in a wheelchair shaking hands with an Arc Walk volunteer at a community event

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Hunterdon County

Hampton, NJ

The Arc of Hunterdon County empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through day, residential, and social programs.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Hunterdon County

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Middlesex County

Monmouth Junction, NJ

The Arc of Middlesex County champions independence and inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Middlesex County

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Salem County

Mannington Township, NJ

The Arc of Salem County provides vocational training, supported employment, adult day habilitation, and residential services.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Salem County

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Somerset County

Manville, NJ

The Arc of Somerset County provides comprehensive lifelong services and advocacy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Somerset County

Program participants and staff enjoying an Arc of Union County community gathering

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc of Union County, Inc.

Springfield, NJ

The Arc of Union County empowers and supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities toward full, enhanced lives.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Union County

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc Warren County Chapter

Washington, NJ

The Arc of Warren County fosters community living, early intervention, day programs, and recreation for people with disabilities.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Warren County

Disability services · Career & workforce

The Arc, Ocean County Chapter

Brick, NJ

The organization supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, vocational, and recreation services.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Ocean County

Career & workforce · Economic empowerment

Urban League for Bergen County

Englewood, NJ

Urban League for Bergen County empowers African Americans and underserved residents through career counseling, education, and advocacy.

Serves: African Americans and underserved individuals and families across Bergen County

Economic empowerment · Career & workforce

Urban League of Hudson County

Jersey City, NJ

Urban League of Hudson County enables African Americans and urban residents to secure economic self-reliance and civil rights.

Serves: African Americans and underserved urban residents across Hudson County

Economic empowerment · Career & workforce

Urban League of Union County

Elizabeth, NJ

Urban League of Union County empowers community members through housing counseling, career training, youth entrepreneurship, and reentry support.

Serves: African Americans and disadvantaged individuals and families throughout Union County

Disability services · Advocacy & legal

The Arc of Hudson County

Union City, NJ

The Arc of Hudson County provides community advocacy, family resources, and supportive services for individuals with disabilities.

Serves: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Hudson County