House of Miriam NJ (HOM-NJ) is dedicated to empowering youth and fostering a culture of excellence to nurture the leaders of tomorrow. Through innovative academic enrichment programs and strategic community partnerships, the organization provides culturally competent support that engages families and inspires a lifelong love of learning. HOM-NJ is committed to helping youth achieve their highest potential.
HOM-NJ was founded in 2021 in honor of Miriam Simon, a staunch advocate for social justice. Recognizing that local leaders are best positioned to address the needs of their communities, HOM-NJ identifies and partners with exemplary community-based organizations that are providing critical programming in under-resourced communities.
HOM-NJ’s first partnership was with the Krumville School House, a small non-profit serving families living in Ulster County, New York. HOM worked closely with Krumville School House to create and implement arts and education programs for the community.
In 2023, HOM-NJ began working with the Thirteenth Avenue School in Newark, New Jersey. Through this collaboration, HOM-NJ has supported the Thirteenth Avenue School in the following ways:
Sustaining its community garden
Stocking the school’s food pantry
Provided after school yoga instruction for youth in grades pre-K through 2nd
Provided supplies to support after school program activities
House of Miriam NJ is partnering with the New Ark Freedom School and the Children’s Defense Fund in summer 2024 on a Freedom School program in Newark. House of Miriam NJ will support K-2 activities. This program is supported by a grant from the State of New Jersey Dept. of Community Affairs.
