GreenLight Fund Announces $1.2M Investment

Nonprofit funder GreenLight Fund Greater Newark today announced a $1.2M investment to address housing and food insecurity by bringing the two innovative engagement models of Housing Connector and Food Connect to Greater Newark. Over the next four years, Housing Connector and Food Connect have established goals to house 3,400 and serve 55,000 Greater Newark residents, respectively.

“Newark has made great strides in addressing housing instability and food insecurity. Yet we heard from the community about the significant need to facilitate opportunity for all residents and households to secure shelter and affordable, healthy meals,” said GreenLight Fund Greater Newark Executive Director Tish Johnson-Jones, JD. “As we look ahead to National Homelessness & Food Insecurity Awareness Month in November, GreenLight Fund Greater Newark is proud to announce a simultaneous investment in two proven, innovative models that address the interconnected barriers of food and housing insecurity, Housing Connector and Food Connect. By harnessing technology and working within the community to provide targeted support, Housing Connector and Food Connect will help house and provide quality, healthy food for more residents and their families in Newark.”

Housing Connector is a national technology-powered nonprofit that increases access to housing for individuals most in need, with a goal to house 3,400 Greater Newark residents. Through real-estate website and app Zillow, Housing Connector will collaborate with local organizations fighting housing insecurity, in addition to property owners and residents, creating a streamlined, effective housing search where all parties have successful outcomes.