Support Visions and Pathways' Tech Center for Homeless Youth

Our Passion

Visions and Pathways (V&P) provides housing and supportive services to abused, neglected, and homeless youth, empowering them to become self-sufficient.

Trailblazing History and Tremendous Impact

Founded in 1970, V&P was New Jersey's first private, 501(c)(3) non-profit youth shelter. Our programs cover northern and central regions of the state, impacting the lives of over 13,000 youth and their families.

For over fifty years we have uplifted at-risk and marginalized youth in innovative ways. V&P’s group homes, affordable housing, financial literacy and life skills instruction, mentoring, wellness, and behavioral health services help lay a solid foundation for success. Through our grassroots Street-Smart outreach program, we help combat the opioid epidemic and protect human trafficking victims.

Our Request – Empowering Returning Citizens for Success

V&P is raising funds to launch a Technology, Education, and Career (TEC) Center in Plainfield, New Jersey.

The Center will provide jobs, comprehensive technology education and career development to individuals who have been incarcerated (returning citizens), teens/young adults who have been involved with the juvenile justice system, and other young adults who have confronted similar challenges. Through certified courses, workshops, and personalized career counseling services, the Center will empower returning citizens with the skills and resources needed to thrive in today's digital landscape.

The $30,000 will be utilized to purchase the necessary computer equipment and pay for certifications for participants in the TEC Center.