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A representative from a grant recipient addresses the Brick Township council, July 2022. (Photo: Daniel Nee)<\/p><\/div>\n

Brick Township officials have once again utilized the township\u2019s ability to obtain Community Development Block Grant funding to support a broad group of local nonprofit organizations that help members of the local community.<\/p>\n

Every year, the township receives grant money from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development\u2019s CDBG program which, in turn, is passed on to local service providers. Under the unique approach to the program, Brick officials identify issues of concern in the community and then provide the federal funds to the organizations most appropriate to address those issues. This year, the township granted a total of $54,438 to the organizations, which range from food pantries, to temporary housing, to support for domestic violence victims.<\/p>\n

The township also administers housing rehabilitation projects and public infrastructure improvements through funding received from the CDBG program annually.<\/p>\n

\u201cBeing able to provide these organizations with CDBG funds is a privilege and honor for the Council and myself,\u201d said Mayor John Ducey. \u201cWe know just how hard every single one of these organizations work to make a positive impact on people\u2019s lives. We are grateful of their efforts and thankful that we have the opportunity to pass these funds to them to and support them in their missions.\u201d<\/p>\n

Officials awarded the grants last week at the regular township council meeting, with a representative from each organization delivering a short message on their respective goals and missions.<\/p>\n

The CDBG Check recipients are:<\/p>\n

Providence House \u2013 $10,000 <\/u><\/strong>\u2013 A division of Catholic Charities, Providence House provides a wide variety of services related to preventing domestic violence and assisting its victims.\u00a0\u00a0 For many years, the Township has worked with Providence House to fight domestic violence in our community.<\/p>\n

Community Services, Inc. of Ocean County\/Meals on Wheels \u2013 $5,000 \u2013 <\/u><\/strong>Through its \u2018Meals on Wheels\u2019 program, Community Services Inc. provides nutritious meals to homebound elderly in their own homes.\u00a0 The program also serves meals daily to seniors at the Brick Township Senior Center on Adamston Road.<\/p>\n

Church of the Visitation \u2013\u00a0 $3,000- <\/u><\/strong>The Church of the Visitation on Mantoloking Road hosts a community lunch on the third Wednesday of each month.\u00a0 Lunches are free and available from 12pm-1pm.<\/p>\n

Interfaith Hospitality Network of Ocean County \u2013\u00a0 $3,500 \u2013 <\/u><\/strong>There are times when families face becoming homeless because of personal, financial or medical reasons.\u00a0 Interfaith Homeless Assistance provides a safety net program for Brick Township residents who face becoming homeless.<\/p>\n

Ocean\u2019s Harbor House \u2013\u00a0 $3,500\u2013 <\/u><\/strong>Ocean\u2019s Harbor House provides free short-term shelter and crisis intervention for male and female youth ages 10-17. Any youth who is homeless, has runaway, been thrown away or abused, or is otherwise in need of immediate intervention may find help 24 hours a day at this safe haven.<\/p>\n

Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey \u2013\u00a0 $3,500 \u2013 <\/u><\/strong>Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey<\/strong> is a non-profit interfaith organization that provides volunteers to assist frail elderly with simple daily tasks enabling them to live, with dignity, where they are most comfortable \u2013 in their own homes. And there is never a charge for help provided!<\/p>\n

Church of the Epiphany \u2013\u00a0 $3,000 \u2013 <\/u><\/strong>Volunteers provide counseling to those in need to manage housing expenses and provide financial assistance to cover food, clothing, utilities and rent.<\/p>\n

CONTACT of Ocean and Monmouth Counties\u00a0 \u2013 $3,500 \u2013 <\/u><\/strong>CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides trained telephone listeners who respond to human needs 24-hours a day. They offer free confidential crisis intervention, information on available resources and referral to community services.<\/p>\n

Dottie\u2019s House \u2013\u00a0 $3,000 \u2013 <\/u><\/strong>Dottie\u2019s House provides transitional housing for victims of domestic violence and their children.\u00a0 These grant funds will help offset the operating costs for the transitional housing facility.<\/p>\n

The Arc, Ocean County Chapter \u2013\u00a0 $3,500 \u2013 <\/u><\/strong>The Arc, Ocean County Chapter advocates for, provides supports and empowers children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families, ensuring they are accepted and valued as citizens of our community.\u00a0 The Arc does this through vocational, recreational, family support, residential, transportation and primary medical care programs.<\/p>\n

Jersey Shore Council Boy Scouts of America\u00a0 \u2013 $3,000 \u2013 <\/u><\/strong>Jersey Shore Council, Boy Scouts of America, headquartered in Toms River, serves more than 6,000 young people in four Jersey Shore counties: Atlantic, Ocean, Southeast Burlington and Ocean City in Cape May County.\u00a0 It is among the largest youth serving organizations in the state of New Jersey led by approximately 2,000 volunteers.<\/p>\n

Big Brothers\/Big Sisters\u00a0 \u2013 $5,000 \u2013 <\/u><\/strong>Big Brothers\/Big Sisters\u2019 goal is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring professionally supported one-on-one relationships that change their lives for the better.<\/p>\n

Brick Morning Rotary Club \u2013 $3,000 \u2013 <\/u><\/strong>The Brick Morning Rotary Club is part of Rotary International,\u00a0a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who come together to make positive, lasting change in communities at home and abroad. These funds will be used for their Shore Movement food drive.<\/p>\n

True Vine Community Services, Inc.\u00a0 \u2013 $1,938 \u2013 <\/u><\/strong>True Vine provides necessary resources to create a positive impact on the community through helping abused women, prisoner re-entry, and combating juvenile delinquency through counseling, training, mentoring, guidance and education.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe organizations we are supporting rely greatly on volunteers and donations,\u201d said Ducey. \u201cI encourage all residents that are able to consider volunteering for one of these groups or to make a donation. Your contribution will be used to make a difference in people\u2019s lives.\u201d<\/p>\n

Brick Township\u2019s CDBG Program is administered by the Township\u2019s Land Use Office and Township Planner Tara Paxton. Groups seeking more information on how to apply for CDBG funding from the township can call 732-262-1039.<\/p>\n

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