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Newark YMCA’s Spring Forward Program Helping Families Transition to Permanent Housing

In partnership with the Newark YMCA, Newark PD, NJIT PD, and NJ Transit PD, the Rutgers University Police Department (RUPD) is co-sponsoring the Spring Forward: Fresh Start for Families Initiative. Join them in supporting families currently in a temporary shelter as they prepare for relocation to permanent housing in Newark, New Jersey during Spring 2023.

How can you support families moving into permanent housing?

  1. Purchase items from the Amazon Wishlist by scanning the QR code in the image above.
  2. Donate approved items directly to Newark YMCA (see list below).
  3. Make an online donation at https://tinyurl.com/YMCAFH with a note for Supportive Family Housing.

List of accepted donations for Newark YMCA Spring Forward Program