A proven pathway out of homelessness.

Our Impact

In the summer of 2023, HIP completed a Long Term Impact Study of our Transitional Housing program led by a Princeton University intern. We interviewed program graduates from over the past 12 years.

The results were incredible!

  • 100% of HIP’s program graduates interviewed are still safely housed today in their own apartments or homes.

  • 100% of program graduates interviewed are employed. Many graduated from college or completed job certifications. Some even earned their master’s degrees.

  • 100% report being better off financially today because of HIP’s help, and say that their children benefited from HIP-provided academic support and enrichment.

  • 50% of program graduates volunteer in their communities today. Two program alumni currently serve on HIP’s Board of Trustees, providing an important perspective.

2024 Highlights

  • Helped 137 families avoid eviction through our Eviction Prevention Program

  • Identified a 9th apartment to expand our Transitional Housing program

  • Graduated 4 families and welcomed 4 more into our Transitional Housing program

  • Received a Community Impact Grant with our partner Arm in Arm, from the Princeton Area Community Foundation, to jointly disperse $80,000 in Eviction Prevention funds

  • Established a “Future Fund” that provides graduated families with help when they hit a bump in the road, want to continue their education, or buy a home

Read more in our 2024 Impact Report.

Stories of Impact

  • Louise was inspired by the work our HIP case managers do and she earned a master's degree in counseling. Her son is a chess champion and a star student at school. Louise now has joined HIP's leadership as a member of our Board of Trustees.

  • While Vanessa and her family lived in HIP housing she became a community activist and worked with the Mayor of Trenton (pictured here with her) and other city officials to develop a new program (named after her!) that helps low-income families buy homes.

  • While Edith and her daughter lived in HIP housing, Edith learned English and was able to complete a child care provider certification program. With support from HIP, Edith was also able to fulfill her dream of becoming a U.S. citizen!

  • Luis lived in HIP housing while in High School with his mom and sister. He went on to graduate from Rutgers working in finance with a major investment house and is HIP’s newest board member!