About Us

Welcome to The CARE Center of New Jersey

The CARE Center of New Jersey (CCNJ) is a 123,000-square foot facility in Rockaway, New Jersey, which will be renovated beginning the spring of 2024-25, and is a program of IMPACT Community Development Corporation, a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

The CARE Center draws its foundation from over 20 years of serving the needs of individuals and families hailing from local, regional and global communities. As you peruse our site, please consider donating and getting involved, as we seek to serve thousands of families through The CARE Center both virtually and in person.

Services We Provide

In an effort to provide opportunities for people to rebuild and transform their lives, The CARE Center of New Jersey seeks to supply the tools through Community Service, Health and Well-Being Services and Family Support Services.

Community Services

We identify gaps in health services and ensure access to appropriate levels of care for all people in the New Jersey region.

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Health & Well-Being Services

We seek to assist in identifying mental health problems; and helping to meet the basic felt needs of food, clothing, shelter and transportation.

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Family Support Services

We undergird the family unit with a varied support system of people, services and resources.

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Mission

We exist to create strong families and flourishing communities by providing hope and dignity through meeting felt needs, social justice, racial reconciliation and compassion to those that are least among us.

Core Value

We believe that every caring person should actively serve the people within and without the local community with his or her gifts and talents. This value upholds responsible Christianity on a grassroots level while developing joy in your life from serving others.

Vision

The vision for The CARE Center of New Jersey is represented by one word: CARE. Each letter captures a clear objective, direction and mandate.

Compassion

We respect human dignity and appreciate the worth of each person as demonstrated by our compassion, caring and acceptance of others regardless of their race, ethnicity, religion, or social and economic class.

Compassion: We respect human dignity and appreciate the worth of each person as demonstrated by our compassion, caring and acceptance of others regardless of their race, ethnicity, religion, or social and economic class.

Action

We strongly believe that our social mission is to be the first to take action in serving the felt needs of others, practicing social justice, defending the poor and seeking racial and cultural reconciliation.

Action: We strongly believe that our social mission is to be the first to take action in serving the felt needs of others, practicing social justice, defending the poor and seeking racial and cultural reconciliation.

Resources

We serve as a resource hub that helps individuals and families move toward self-sufficiency and their God-given potential by assisting with basic human needs, mental health services, support groups, career pathways and legal services.

Resources: We serve as a resource hub that helps individuals and families move toward self-sufficiency and their God-given potential by assisting with basic human needs, mental health services, support groups, career pathways and legal services.

Education

We believe that education is one of the key elements in reaching your God-given potential, self-dependency and stability. We offer courses in computer skills, English language, financial literacy and career pathways.

Education: We believe that education is one of the key elements in reaching your God-given potential, self-dependency and stability. We offer courses in computer skills, English language, financial literacy and career pathways.

No, The CARE Center, like Christ Church, is committed to serving all individuals and families, regardless of religious belief, background, or ethnicity. Our mission is to uplift and support the entire community, ensuring that everyone in need receives care and assistance. We believe in showing love and compassion to all, without discrimination, reflecting the values we hold dear.

Yes, Christ Church does pay property taxes. Although we qualify for a tax exemption under New Jersey law, which allows up to five acres of land per building to be tax exempt, we have been contributing to property taxes for the past 15 years. This has amounted to several million dollars, demonstrating our commitment as responsible neighbors within the community. For anyone interested in the detailed, factual data regarding our tax contributions, this information is publicly available through the local Tax Assessor's office, where you can verify our tax records.

No, we don’t have the full $30 million yet, but we’re actively working towards it. We aim to raise $10 million from our dedicated supporters, expect $15 million through grants, and are prepared to secure a $5 million loan if needed. This plan reflects our firm commitment to seeing this project through and ensuring long-term benefits for the community. We welcome your contribution as a valued member of our community.

The CARE Center of New Jersey is designed to offer a broad range of integrated services aimed at addressing multiple needs within the community. Programs include mental health counseling, food distribution, youth development initiatives, legal clinics, financial literacy workshops, job training, and parenting support for special needs children. By integrating a suite of some 20 programs, The CARE Center ensures that individuals and families receive the comprehensive assistance needed to overcome persistent challenges. This holistic and innovative approach not only meets immediate needs but also fosters long-term stability, ultimately strengthening the entire community. The CARE Center's mission is to provide resources that help uplift and empower those most in need.

Yes, Christ Church and The CARE Center of New Jersey are fully committed to financial transparency. We voluntarily undergo an annual audit by an independent accounting firm to ensure accountability and trustworthiness—something only 5-10% of nonprofits and churches do. This rigorous practice reflects our dedication to maintaining clear, responsible financial practices and ensures that all funds are used effectively for the benefit of the community.

Many of the programs Christ Church has supported for decades are facing unprecedented demand. After a yearlong listening tour with over 100 organizational leaders and frontline workers from various sectors serving New Jersey’s marginalized communities, we identified an urgent need for long-term infrastructure to tackle these growing challenges. The CARE Center of New Jersey was created specifically to meet this need, offering scalable, sustainable support that can effectively serve families in need across the state.

The CARE Center’s long-term sustainability is a key priority. We have integrated revenue-generating initiatives, such as a thrift store and a center for racial & cultural reconciliation, to help fund the nonrevenue-generating programs. This hybridized nonprofit model ensures that we can continue providing critical services like mental health counseling, legal support, and food distribution for years to come. This approach reflects our commitment to both meeting immediate needs and maintaining long-term impact, making The CARE Center a stable and sustainable resource for the community.

The CARE Center will offer a wide range of essential services to support the community. These 20-plus programs include food distribution, licensed mental health counseling, a thrift store, free healthcare referral services through partnerships with external (offsite) private medical practices, support for foster children and kids in crisis, center for racial & cultural reconciliation, , small-business capacity building, financial empowerment, and ESL programs. Each service is designed to provide comprehensive and sustainable support for individuals and families, ensuring that their needs are met across various aspects of life.

All counseling services at The CARE Center will be provided by licensed counselors who are professionally qualified to treat adults, teens, and children. These highly trained individuals are equipped to address a wide range of mental health concerns, ensuring that all members of the community receive expert care and guidance tailored to their specific needs. This approach ensures that every person in need can access professional, compassionate support.

If you have any further questions or would like more information, please feel free to reach out to us at Info@CareCenterNJ.org. We are happy to assist you and provide any additional details you may need!