Stakeholders and Advocates Discuss Solutions to Homelessness
Pulitzer Prize-winning author explains eviction is the second leading cause to homelessness.
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Boomers: What’s Your American Dream Story?
(Editor’s Note: This story is part of a partnership between Chasing the Dream and Next Avenue.) By: Richard Eisenberg Have boomers achieved the American Dream? And, more to the point, if you’re a boomer — age 53 to 71 —…
10% of New York City Public School Students Were Homeless Last Year
This past year, 5% of New York State public school students were homeless, the New York Times reports.
Report Examines Structural Racism in New Jersey
Five recommendations are offered of all legislation and regulations in the state.
Darren Walker, 67%: Having Help Makes a Difference
What's Your American Dream Score? Take the quiz. Share your score and story. From the Ford Foundation. Editor's Note: Darren Walker is President of the Ford Foundation, the nation’s second largest philanthropy, and for two decades has been a leader…
How Debt is Threatening Retirement Dreams
A troubling analysis of the finances of Americans 50 and older.
Find Out How You Can Help During Hunger Action Month
The Community FoodBank of New Jersey aims to help those who are food insecure and don't know where their next meal is coming from.
Despite Promising Census Figures, Not Everyone is Bouncing Back from Recession
Poverty rates for some have barely changed, 8 years after the Great Recession
Camden County Launches Program to Expand Homeless Outreach
The county hopes that consolidating all of the necessary resources under one roof will help end homelessness in the county once and for all.
Chasing the American Dream: It’s a Hustle
A new video series shows how making a living is getting harder.
A List of Colleges That Are Free or Practically Free
How parents of high schoolers can uncover these enticing opportunities
Backpack Giveaway Provides Financial Relief For Families
Donated supplies and backpacks help offset back to school costs for families.