Welcome to The Waterfront Project

Because everyone deserves a safe place to call home.

We Fight for Housing Justice in New Jersey

Since 2013, The Waterfront Project has provided free legal services, housing counseling, and resource navigation to low-and moderate-income families and individuals in Hudson, Union, and Bergen Counties.

Our attorneys, counselors, and advocates work every day to prevent evictions, stop foreclosures, and protect housing rights – at no cost to our clients.

Our Impact in 2024

6,431 people helped

1,000+ families avoided eviction

64% of clients from Jersey City

100% of services provided free of charge

Each number is a neighbor who found hope and a path forward.

How We Help

Why Choose Us

benefit 1

We are a FREE legal clinic in New Jersey, ensuring families have access to justice without the burden of cost.

benefit 2

Every donation directly helps save a family's home and keep our neighbors safe from displacement.

benefit 3

We provide expert guidance through complex legal processes, giving clients clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.

benefit 4

We fight for fairness and dignity, making sure no one is unjustly removed from the place they call home.

Client Testimonials

“There are no words to describe how AMAZING The Waterfront Project is. They literally saved me and my children's life from eviction. My lawyer Brian and caseworker Carmen went above and beyond for 7 months. I’m beyond grateful!”

Melissa, WFP Client

"I highly recommend seeking help from Patricia E at The Waterfront Project. I’m incredibly grateful to her, as she provided the most help I could have asked for during a difficult time. For about 10 months, she helped me resolve a mortgage issue and secure financial aid for my property taxes. Because of that, I was able to avoid eviction from my home. Patricia is attentive, a good communicator, and responds timely and accurately. It’s truly hard to find good help these days, so I am very glad to have found her, and I hope many others will also see this and reach out to her for assistance!"

Elvira, WFP Client

"Tracy was amazing from the very beginning. She made me feel secure and helped me tremendously."

Carmela, WFP Client

"It’s truly a blessing to hear about this program. I’m grateful to be in touch with The Waterfront Project."

Jaleah, WFP Client

Help Families Stay Home

Every dollar helps protect someone’s home – one family, one future at a time.

$25 covers court filing fees

$100 provides a legal consultation

$500 supports a full housing case

Who You Help

Your donation protects the rights of:

Seniors

Immigrants

Veterans & Their Families

Survivors of Domestic Violence

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