The Hazel Project

The Hazel Project . America. For all those that suffered living in the Lower East Side Tenements, for those that grew up in homes full of rage, for those that didn’t make it.

Serving all Mothers, Fathers, Sisters, Brothers, Sons, & Daughters in Northern NJ and NYC, who suffer from Homelessness, Substance Use Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, BPD, or any other private afflictions. The mission of The Hazel Project is to improve the quality of life for all marginalized people who suffer while enduring judgement from society, by establishing a transitional foundation for them to build upon, combining traditional donation distribution with modern harm reduction techniques. Our EIN is 87-2848495


I have so many people to thank.......

In memory of my grandmother Hazel Florence Elizabeth Specht Tanzola, you and grandpa showed me what love truly was and were always my biggest cheerleaders; here she comes, Ms. My Great Grandmother's Sadee and Angelina; My Grandfather George, Great Grandfather Matteo, and Great Great Grandfather Gregorio; Aunt Linda Tweed; you will always have a special place in my heart, My Grandparents James and Jeanette Tweed. To my husband Neil, thank you for your strength to continue this ride of life with me. The Turkot's you are all the first to help me getting me started on this journey. Lawrence and Debra Casha thank you for being my rock and for adopting me into your family. To my Russian, Ukrainian, Ashkenazi Jew and all the ancestors that suffered to make sure I had a better life then they did, your sacrifices have not been forgotten. You have all inspired me and kept me going in life, without all of you and the love I wouldn’t be alive today. I am strong because of all your strength. Grettel Hernandez and my family in Costa Rica; TQM. To my family that adopted me from Overlook Hospital, my fellow light workers, I love you all. Dr. Ryan C and all the other medical professionals that never turned their back on me and advocated for me when I couldn’t do it for myself. Samia, you capture true love though the lens. Joe and Judy Parenta, I have known you for 42 years and we still have that love; Rachael Parenta, my first friend (that says it all). The Princeton House trauma family, thank you. My mother Dara and father George, you created one strong woman will never stop fighting for the rights of others. Carol Katz Beyer you are the first person that opened up all these avenues for me and have still been a support. Jessica Blanchard Holton thank you for all the education, you are the best at what you do and I am so grateful.

Every year we have accepted donations of new and used bras, donating them to women in need, regardless of their reason. ...
10/06/2025

Every year we have accepted donations of new and used bras, donating them to women in need, regardless of their reason. My wife Rachel LOVED this collection and I know she would be on board for this collection too. This year we will be supporting our friends at Howard's Mission, The Gellman Foundation. Please read the history behind this community movement!

🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Bra Drive 🎀

What began as one woman’s journey of healing has grown into a powerful community movement. 💗

This October, join us in supporting survivors and women in need by donating new or gently used bras of all sizes and styles. Each contribution helps provide not just clothing, but also dignity, comfort, and confidence to those facing hardships.

Drop-off Location: 8 E. Frederick Pl., Cedar Knolls, NJ OR private message us for our address in Montville. Donations will be accepted all month long and together, we can turn compassion into action.

WHEELCHAIR NEEDED!  Does anyone have one that they no longer need and are willing to donate? Please let us know.
10/01/2025

WHEELCHAIR NEEDED! Does anyone have one that they no longer need and are willing to donate? Please let us know.

We recently received an amazing donation of toiletry kits from Maeve in Vermont. Maeve is about to celebrate her Bat Mit...
09/30/2025

We recently received an amazing donation of toiletry kits from Maeve in Vermont. Maeve is about to celebrate her Bat Mitzvah and she chose The Hazel Project as the recipient of these kits as part of her Mitzvah project. This kind of a donation is heartwarming, as Maeve has chosen to help the people we support, so many hundreds of miles from her own home. Great job Maeve and thank you so very much!

Please remember that while we are grateful for your fall and winter clothing donations, we request that all donations ar...
09/29/2025

Please remember that while we are grateful for your fall and winter clothing donations, we request that all donations are cleaned before dropping off. Please private message us for drop off addresses in Montville and Cedar Knolls. Thank you.

Look at this amazing photo and summary of what Brody has already collected for our friends in need......SWEATSHIRT & JAC...
09/28/2025

Look at this amazing photo and summary of what Brody has already collected for our friends in need......

SWEATSHIRT & JACKET/COAT COLLECTION EXTENDED THROUGH OCTOBER!!

Brody wants to send a big thank you to all who helped his collection of sweatshirts and jackets/coats for the Hazel Project. For the month of September he has received
60 sweatshirts
28 coats and jackets
15 hats
20+scarves/ neck warmers and ear warmers
11 pr gloves
We will be delivering everything today and cannot wait to see what he can collect in October!! Thank you Montville community and thank you to The Hazel Project for the incredible service you provide to helping those in need!!

Our current needs:1.  Volunteers are needed for driving our clothing donations from Montville to Cedar Knolls once or tw...
09/22/2025

Our current needs:

1. Volunteers are needed for driving our clothing donations from Montville to Cedar Knolls once or twice a month! Email me at neil.sullivan@thehazelprojecthr.org - thank you!

2. Our clothing drive is focusing on fall and winter clothing for men, women and children. Please drop your gently used donations off in montville or cedar knolls. Simply private message us for the drop off address of whichever location works best for you.

This is what volunteering is all about!!  Please help our friends at Howard's Mission, The Gellman Foundation in Cedar K...
09/16/2025

This is what volunteering is all about!! Please help our friends at Howard's Mission, The Gellman Foundation in Cedar Knolls. They are seeking volunteers to assist with sorting donations. Reach out to them if you want to help out.

Two important announcements:1.  Volunteers are needed for driving our clothing donations from Montville to Cedar Knolls ...
09/15/2025

Two important announcements:

1. Volunteers are needed for driving our clothing donations from Montville to Cedar Knolls once or twice a month! Email me at neil.sullivan@thehazelprojecthr.org - thank you!

2. Our clothing drive is focusing on fall and winter clothing for men, women and children. Please drop your gently used donations off in montville or cedar knolls. Simply private message us for the drop off address of whichever location works best for you.

Help us make a difference in the world!! Volunteers needed for driving our clothing donations from Montville to Cedar Kn...
09/08/2025

Help us make a difference in the world!! Volunteers needed for driving our clothing donations from Montville to Cedar Knolls once or twice a month! Email me at neil.sullivan@thehazelprojecthr.org - thank you!

Next week is your chance to make a positive difference in the world by volunteering with our friends at Howard's Mission...
09/07/2025

Next week is your chance to make a positive difference in the world by volunteering with our friends at Howard's Mission, The Gellman Foundation in Cedar Knolls. Reach out to them directly to volunteer on either day (or both). Email address to sign up is on the flyer.

We are back!  The Hazel Project is now accepting  new and gently used clothing donations for men, women and children, fo...
09/01/2025

We are back! The Hazel Project is now accepting new and gently used clothing donations for men, women and children, focusing only on fall and winter clothing, especially winter coats! Private message us for drop off address in Montville and Cedar Knolls. Thank you.

Grab your friends and family and sign up to volunteer and make a difference!  Volunteer with our friends at Howard's Mis...
08/28/2025

Grab your friends and family and sign up to volunteer and make a difference! Volunteer with our friends at Howard's Mission, The Gellman Foundation in Cedar Knolls. It’s less than 20 minutes from Montville. Their email to sign up is on the flyer and you can help out on either 9/13 or 9/14.

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