NJSFWC Special State project ~ operation chill out
No Borders ~ No Boundaries
OPERATION CHILLOUT’S DREAM VISION
The creation of homeless veterans farm-based tiny home communities.
In its 20th anniversary year, building on previous successes of rescuing and serving the needs of thousands of homeless veterans, men and women, they are committed to projecting their vision forward to enhance the capacity to serve the neediest at a significant level through the creation of a unique alternative housing solution.
- Enlist the participation of the NJSFWC in this ambitious, innovative development project.
- Establish a comprehensive assessment and master plan.
- Create a joint OCO-NJSFWC leadership team and statewide stakeholders group committed to the project.
- Locate farm properties interested in participating.
- Partner with donors to fund a demonstration veteran farmer tiny home community.
NJSFWC President Jan Hanson said, “We do hope that you will all work on the Special State Project-Operation Chillout, helping homeless veterans. I believe with your help we can make a difference in the lives of the many veterans in NJ who have no place to go. Operation Chillout is excited to be partnering with us and they are about to be amazed by the NJSFWC club women.”
There are many ways to help…
Backpack Drive
Please check out our link in the fall about the 2021-2022 winter outreach campaign. Backpacks will be available for purchase during our winter outreach beginning at the end of October. The winter outreach campaign kicks off in November and continues through January.
Be a Guardian Angel – Sponsor a Location
The homeless people we serve have individual needs and each outreach location is different. Some need outdoor survival gear. Others need new work clothes for their jobs. Individuals and business organizations can sponsor a specific outreach location, city or population.
Provide Legal, Medical or Mental Health Services.
If you are a practicing or retired attorney, physician, nurse practitioner, EMT, or mental health counselor we need your help. We seek to link homeless veterans, families and individuals to legal and healthcare services.
To make a donation to Operation Chill Out visit their website here: Operation Chill Out Donations
Help for Homeless Veterans
OPERATION CHILLOUT is New Jersey’s oldest (and only) all-volunteer mobile outreach for homeless veterans, men and women, on mission since December 21, 2000. Its motto is “no borders-no boundaries.” Its mission is to respond to the crisis of homelessness with direct compassionate actions.
To Report a Homeless Veteran to the Rapid Response Team, Please call 908-509-1462.
past njsfwc special state projects
Mothers Matter
Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children
Mothers Matter
Their Mission ~ 'To encourage mothers to achieve economically and educationally and to seek brighter futures for themselves and their families – reflects Lauren’s legacy of helping others lead better lives. In carrying out our Mission, we pledge to uphold and advocate Lauren’s values and wishes for a safer, gentler world.'
Gilda's Club
Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children
Mothers Matter
Their Mission ~ 'To ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community.' At the club's 'AtlantiCare Cancer Care Institute in Egg Harbor Township members can attend support groups and they have recently opened satellite locations at the Inspira Cancer Center in Mullica Hill and the Inspira Cancer Center in Vineland.'
Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children
Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children
Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children
Their Mission ~ ' Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of New Jersey provides a voice for abused and neglected children by empowering a statewide network of county-based CASA programs. Working through community volunteers, these programs advocate on behalf of children in foster care and other out-of-home placements to ensure their well-being and ultimate placement in safe and nurturing permanent homes.
Prevent Child Abuse
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children
Their Mission ~ ' Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey (PCA-NJ) promotes great childhoods, positive parenting and healthy child development. Founded in 1979, our evidence-based programs throughout the state are dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect in all forms for all New Jersey children.'
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Their Mission ~ ' NAMI New Jersey is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. Through education, support, advocacy and public awareness programs NAMI NJ fosters understanding about mental illness, confronts stigma often associated with mental disorders, advocates for public policies that benefit those affected by mental illness, and promotes research into the causes, treatment and recovery of mental health disorders.