JERSEY CITY, N.J. – Today, Senator Andy Kim(D-NJ) announced his office will be partnering with local elected officials and community partners to hold a community resource fair in Salem City on January 24th. This resource fair will provide real-time, on the ground support for Salem residents and those in the surrounding area to get the assistance they need.
“Too many across our state don’t have enough to eat and are going cold because they don’t have resources needed to just get through the week; no one in New Jersey should have to live like this.” said Senator Andy Kim. “My office is excited to work with local leaders and partners to bring assistance directly to those in Salem so they can get the support they need in real time to live a life with dignity.”
“Too often, people hear about help but can’t actually access it in the moment,” said Mayor Jody Veler of Salem.“This resource fair is different—residents won’t just get brochures or phone numbers. They’ll be able to connect with providers on-site and receive direct services right here in Salem. If you or someone you love needs support, please come out. We’re bringing real help, in real time, to the people who need it.”
Please see below for details:
WHAT: Salem City Resource Fair
WHERE: Check in: Hetty Reckless Center (116 W. Broadway, Salem, NJ 08079).
*This resource fair will span across multiple locations in walking distance along Broadway
WHEN: Saturday, January 24th, 2026 (rain date is January 31st).
TIME: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Residents are welcome to attend and speak with organizations who will help find solutions for food insecurity and hunger, housing, legal problems, disability and family services issues, women’s health and children’s services, and those looking to live a life of independence.
Tentative vendors include:
· Salem County Board of Social Services
· NJ Department of Children and Families
· The Cooperative/Healthy Women Healthy Families
· Ascenda Integrated Health
· Resources for Independent Living
· Meals on Wheels Salem County
· South Jersey Legal Services
· Salem Community College
· Salem County Women’s Services
· NJ Department of Human Services Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services
· Atlantic City Electric
· Rutgers Childcare Resource and Referral Agency
· Salem County Office on Aging and Disabilities
· Center for Family Services
· Gateway Community Action Partnership
The office is still accepting Vendors to participate at this time– if you are interested in participating as a Vendor, please call 856-757-5353 to sign up.
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