Isaiah House

Isaiah House Providing shelter, nourishment, and support to Essex county's most vulnerable families and individuals since 1988.

Isaiah House has been a community fixture since 1988 and our mission is to reduce the prevalence of homelessness throughout Essex County and more specifically within the Oranges and Newark. As the brain child of an alliance between the Community Service Council of the Oranges and Maplewood (a division of United Way of Essex and West Hudson), the Junior League of the Oranges and Short Hills and the Concerned Clergy of East Orange, Isaiah House remains the only shelter in East Orange and provides temporary and permanent lodging, food, social and financial services, as well as comfort and hope for over 150 families per year. We are dedicated to those families and individuals who are considered “most fragile” – that is, those who have been devastated by unemployment, illness, drug addiction, teenage pregnancy, fires and crises. Isaiah House offers a variety of support services to family members, including life skills training, instructions in household and money management, job search assistance, tutoring, medical referrals, and on-site drug and alcohol support groups. One of our proudest accomplishments is that unlike other agencies and shelters, Isaiah House works diligently to ensure that the family unit remains in tack. That is, both a mom and dad, husband and wife, just mom or dad as heads of household or whatever the family make up, they can remain together with their children at Isaiah House rather than having to separate and stay in multiple places. Our unique approach is based on a firm belief that individual progress and development is enhanced and augmented by the assistance of loved ones. Barring the excruciating funding cuts, Isaiah House has a reputation for dignified and comprehensive servicing. Without financial assistance, we risk losing a community treasure that has been home to thousands and has changed many lives for the better. Our shelter programs serve: teenage girls/boys, disabled single women, women living with HIV/AIDS, mommy and me (border babies) and families in addition to an on-site day care for the residents and a food pantry for the community. Isaiah House also provides prevention funds to prevent homelessness, rental subsidies to people who are disabled, people living with HIV/AIDS and the high functioning mentally challenged. STATISTICS
In 2014.…
➢ The Isaiah House pantry served 11,617 people, 5808 were unduplicated
➢ Isaiah House housed 186 unduplicated families and individuals
➢ 108 of those individuals were unduplicated youth
➢ Average length of stay was 18-24 months
In 2015…..
➢ The Isaiah House pantry has served 9,751 people, 4,343 were unduplicated
➢ Isaiah House housed 179 unduplicated families and individuals
➢ 104 of those individuals were unduplicated youth
➢ Average length of stay was 18-24 months

09/30/2025
What an amazing day! 🌈 Our Family Color Run was such a success – full of smiles, laughter, and a whole lot of color! 💛💙💚...
09/30/2025

What an amazing day! 🌈 Our Family Color Run was such a success – full of smiles, laughter, and a whole lot of color! 💛💙💚💜

Thank you to all the families, kids, and community members who came out to run, cheer, and celebrate with us. Your energy and support made this event unforgettable!

We’re so grateful to everyone who participated and helped spread joy while supporting Isaiah House. 🏃‍♀️✨

What an incredible night! ✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us for Wine & Dine: A Toast to Isaiah House last night. It ...
09/26/2025

What an incredible night! ✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us for Wine & Dine: A Toast to Isaiah House last night. It was a packed house, a huge success, and such an amazing time gathering together for a great cause!

A very special thank you to our generous sponsors – PNC Bank, JDA, Morgan Stanley, and Douglas & Sarah Cox – for making this evening possible and for supporting our mission. 💛

Shout out to Randalynn and Andrea who represented Isaiah House at last week’s community outreach event! 💛 They shared in...
09/25/2025

Shout out to Randalynn and Andrea who represented Isaiah House at last week’s community outreach event! 💛 They shared information about our programs and resources, spreading the word about the services Isaiah House provides for individuals and families in need. We’re grateful for opportunities like these to connect with our neighbors and strengthen community ties.

The countdown is on—less than two weeks until race day! 🌟 The Family Color Run kicks off on Saturday, September 27th at ...
09/15/2025

The countdown is on—less than two weeks until race day! 🌟 The Family Color Run kicks off on Saturday, September 27th at South Mountain Reservation, and we can’t wait to see you at the starting line.

Come ready to run, laugh, and get absolutely covered in color—it’s family fun that makes a difference. Every step you take supports Isaiah House and our mission to provide shelter, meals, and hope in Essex County. 🌈💪

Register Here: https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Maplewood/IsaiahHouseFamilyColorRun

Wine & Dine is more than a dinner—it’s an experience. Guests can try their luck with the cork pull for a mystery bottle ...
09/10/2025

Wine & Dine is more than a dinner—it’s an experience. Guests can try their luck with the cork pull for a mystery bottle of wine, test their chances in the 50/50 raffle, and share a laugh with “Dennis and the wine in the alley.” 🍾 This is your chance to enjoy a night out that’s full of surprises and all for a good cause. Join us on September 25th!

Tickets: https://secure.givelively.org/event/isaiah-house/wine-dine-2025-a-toast-to-isaiah-house

Cork Pull: https://go.rallyup.com/isaiahhousecorkpull25?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Are you ready for a splash of color and a morning of fun? 🎉 Join us at South Mountain Reservation in Maplewood on Septem...
09/09/2025

Are you ready for a splash of color and a morning of fun? 🎉 Join us at South Mountain Reservation in Maplewood on September 27th for a colorful morning of fun and family memories—all while supporting Isaiah House. 🌈

Don’t miss out—early bird registration ends on September 12th! 🎉 Kids under 18 can register for just $15 until the deadline (after that, it’s $20). Adults run free! 👟

Registration Link:
https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Maplewood/IsaiahHouseFamilyColorRun

🌈👟 Get your kids colorful for a cause! 👟🌈Join us on Sat, Sept. 27 at South Mountain Reservation (Maplewood, NJ) for the ...
09/05/2025

🌈👟 Get your kids colorful for a cause! 👟🌈

Join us on Sat, Sept. 27 at South Mountain Reservation (Maplewood, NJ) for the Isaiah House Family Color Run — a fun, untimed run/walk with color stations along the course. Volunteers toss bursts of vibrant powder as you go, so by the finish line you’ll be covered head-to-toe in color! 🎉

✨ 1-mile Family Run + 100m Kids Dash
✨ Medals & a prize for the top fundraising family
✨ Adults run FREE | Kids under 18 just $15 until Sept. 12

💪 Every registration comes with your own fundraising page — invite friends, grandparents, and neighbors to support your run! Every dollar raised helps Isaiah House fight homelessness, hunger, and hardship in Essex County.

👉 Register now: IsaiahHouse.org/ColorRun

🙏 Can’t attend but still want to support Isaiah House? Visit IsaiahHouse.org/donate to make a difference.

Join us Sat, Sept. 27 in Maplewood, NJ for the Isaiah House Family Color Run! A fun 1-mile run/walk with color stations, a kids’ dash, medals, and prizes — all to support Isaiah House’s mission to fight homelessness, hunger, and hardship in Essex County.

🗓 Save the Date! Join us Thursday, September 25th, 7–9:30 PM at Sofia’s Fine Italian Cuisine, in Springfield, for an unf...
09/04/2025

🗓 Save the Date! Join us Thursday, September 25th, 7–9:30 PM at Sofia’s Fine Italian Cuisine, in Springfield, for an unforgettable evening of fine wines & gourmet Italian fare—all to support families in need at Isaiah House.

Sip, savor, and make a difference.
Secure your spot now—space is limited! 🍷✨

https://isaiahhouse.org/wine-and-dine-2025/

We are so grateful for our friends at Kearny Bank, who donated 30 book bags to help set our children up for success this...
08/21/2025

We are so grateful for our friends at Kearny Bank, who donated 30 book bags to help set our children up for success this school year! 🎒✨

A special shoutout to Myisha Sutton for making this all possible—we appreciate you! 🙌

It truly takes a village, and we couldn’t do this without you. Thank you, Kearny Bank, for being such an important part of ours! 💛

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238 North Munn Avenue
East Orange, NJ
07017

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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