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The Waterfront Project Responds to Supreme Court’s Decision to Hear City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson
As a leading non-profit organization dedicated to preventing homelessness and promoting affordable housing, The Waterfront Project is responding to the United States Supreme Court’s decision to hear the case of the City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson. This case revisits critical legal precedents set by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit…
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Join Team Waterfront Project for the 2024 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon!
Do you have the heart of a runner and the spirit of a philanthropist? If so, we invite you to be part of something truly remarkable – Team Waterfront Project – as we lace up our sneakers and hit the pavement for a cause that matters. Who We Are: The Waterfront Project (WFP) is a…
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The Power of Legal Advocacy in Promoting Social Justice
In a world where the scales of justice often seem imbalanced, legal advocacy stands as a beacon of hope and a powerful tool for societal change. At The Waterfront Project, we have witnessed firsthand the transformative impact that legal support can have on individuals and communities, especially those who are most vulnerable. Legal advocacy goes…
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Embracing the Spirit of Generosity on National Day of Giving
As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, we are reminded of the importance of community and compassion. In this spirit, The Waterfront Project recognizes the National Day of Giving, a day dedicated to encouraging generosity and kindness across the nation. National Day of Giving, also known as Giving Tuesday, is observed on…
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Free film screening: “Rabble rousers: Frances Goldin and the Fight for Cooper Square”
The Waterfront Project is proud to announce the sponsorship screening of “Rabble Rousers: Frances Goldin and the Fight for Cooper Square,” at the Bethune Center on October 12th, at 7:00 pm. Rabble Rousers tells the remarkable story of the community’s successful battle for housing rights through the eyes of unflinching radical activist, Frances Goldin. Goldin’s legacy…
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Carol Sainthilaire Joins the Waterfront Project as Executive Director

​January 18, 2023 The Waterfront Project, Inc. (WFP), a nonprofit legal clinic serving Northern New Jersey communities, is delighted to announce that Carol Sainthilaire has joined as the organization’s new Executive Director. Ms. Sainthilaire comes to WFP from Community Enterprises Corporation, an organization providing housing opportunities to individuals with disabilities, where she served as the…
About Us
Founded in Hudson County, New Jersey in 2013, Waterfront Project provides free legal services, housing counseling, and advocacy to low-income individuals and families throughout Hudson County and surrounding communities.
With the support of our generous donors and partners, our attorneys, counselors, and advocates work every day to prevent evictions, protect homeowners from foreclosure, prepare future homebuyers, and defend housing rights, all at no cost to our clients.
Everyone deserves a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.
Recent Posts
- Housing Resource of the Month Finding Affordable Housing in Jersey City
- Finding Affordable Housing Is Only the First Step: Navigating the Application Process
- Don’t Ignore Court Notices: Why Responding Can Protect Your Rights
- The significance of early intervention and advocacy for vulnerable tenants
- Why Affordable Homeownership Programs Matter









