get help

You do not have to do this alone.

If you are a single mom in New Jersey or New York and you need a hand, you are exactly who we built this for. We may be able to help with food, clothes, school supplies, sports gear, a laptop, a work outfit, or a bill you cannot cover this month.

Confidentiality: Every request is kept strictly confidential. You deserve support, respect, and a quick response without judgment.

PLAIN ELIGIBILITY

Who Can Request Support?

You are eligible to apply for support if you meet the following three criteria:

You are a single mom.

You have children under 18 living at home with you.

You live in New Jersey or New York.

Note: No complex income verification or tax documents are required to make an initial request.

FILL out the FORM

Request Help Form

Keep it clean, respectful, and simple. Takes under two minutes on any phone.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

What Happens After You Submit?

Human Review

A real person from the S.M.A.R.T. Foundation reads every request with care.

Quick Follow-Up

You will hear from a team member via phone or email within 48 hours to discuss how we can best support you.

Action & Delivery

Through SMART Closets, SMART Boxes, and direct support, we connect you with what you need.

resources

Additional Community Resources Coming Soon

If you need immediate help with services outside our core programs, you will find trusted organizations and partners that can assist here soon:

Childcare & Early Learning

Job Training & Resume Help

Housing & Emergency

S.M.A.R.T. Foundation is a 501(c)(3)

nonprofit. EIN 99-1257296.

Your gift is tax-deductible.

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