notice: our westfield location is closed until further notice. services will be offered at the south 29th street and federal street locations

about us

Who We Are

our mission

Dedicated to fostering lasting change.

We set out to empower individuals and families by providing comprehensive support and services that promote stability, self-sufficiency, and well-being. Dedicated to fostering lasting change, we address the diverse needs of our community with compassion, inclusivity, and a commitment to excellence. Together, we build brighter futures by advocating for equitable opportunities, nurturing resilience, and creating pathways to success for all who find us.

our vision

Hope and opportunity for every family.

We envision a future where every individual and family, regardless of origin or circumstance, feels safe, valued, and equipped to build a life of dignity, stability, and purpose.

our supporters
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our team leaders

We are the difference makers.

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Photo of Michel Acevedo

Michel
Acevedo-Zmuda

Chief Executive Officer
& Interim Chief Operations Officer
photo of Todd Silverstein

Todd
Silverstein

Director of Finance
photo of Karla Santana-Santiago

Karla
Santana-Santiago

Human Resources Coordinator
photo of Nicole Wismer

Nicole
Wismer

Director, Wellness &
Mental Health Services
photo of Fanny Merino

Fanny
Merino

Director of M.I.S.
photo of Isabel Lopez

Isabel
Lopez

Fiscal & Facilities Manager
photo of Manuel Nun?ez

Manuel
Nuñez

Facilities & Maintenance Manager

Darleny
Mendez

Executive Assistant
Photo of Sylvie Perez

Sylvie
Perez

Program Director
our board of directors

Leadership is key.

Ann Bagchi

Board President

Professor

Rutgers Business School

Lori Delgado

Vice President

Business Development

FormCraft

Ingrid Retto

Secretary

Vice President

IML

Derrick Tarver

Treasurer

Founder, President & CEO

TCBMe Foundation

Brittany Harris

Member

Pharmacist

Atlantic City Health Center

Alex Fajardo

Member

Attorney

Javerbaum Wurgraft

Gloria Lau

Member

Product Manager

Telesign

Gladys Cabrera

Member

Director of Sales Operations

Cresa

Nubia Vazquez-Ohlmaier

Member

A&D Representative

Humanscale

our values

United by Purpose. Empowered by Diversity.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture of empowerment, inclusivity, and compassion. We believe in the inherent worth and potential of every individual and family. By embracing diversity, upholding the rights of all people, and providing access to critical services, we create opportunities for growth, self-sufficiency, and well-being. We are committed to honesty, collaboration, and trust in all that we do, as we work together to build healthier families and stronger communities.

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