Veterans

Rider University
Mar 27, 2026

Rider offers free veteran entrepreneurship program

The university is bringing back the six-week course, which provides mentorship and business training for these individuals and their families.

A rendering for the new Montclair Veterans Service Center. PROVIDED BY DIGROUP ARCHITECTURE
Mar 26, 2026

Montclair American Legion redevelopment to add veteran housing

DIGroup Architecture revealed project plans that will incorporate units as well as services for homeless and at-risk individuals.

The New Jersey Department of Corrections launched a strategic partnership with the New Jersey Reentry Corp. and Education and Health Centers of America during a Jan. 28, 2026, ceremonial signing to enhance reentry services for incarcerated veterans. PROVIDED BY NJDOC
Feb 2, 2026

NJDOC launches veteran reentry partnership to cut recidivism

Working with NJ Reentry Corp. and EHCA, the collaborators will expand services to streamline benefits and coordinate care for these individuals.

Gov. Phil Murphy will nominate Jacquelyn Suarez to serve as the next commissioner of the state Department of Community Affairs, succeeding the late Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver.
Dec 30, 2025

Suárez stays on as DCA commissioner under Sherrill

Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill will retain Jacquelyn Suárez at the Department of Community Affairs, continuing work on housing, affordability and veteran homelessness in N.J.

At the Veterans of Foreign Wars Harold Daley Post 1333 in Neptune City on Aug. 25, 2023, Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law making it a violation of the Consumer Fraud Act for individuals to receive compensation for advising or assisting with veterans benefits.
Sep 12, 2025

Murphy creates NJ Department of Veterans Affairs

The new cabinet-level agency reorganizes the existing Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and will focus solely on the needs of those who served.

Natasha Davis and Natalie Prisock, The BLOC Foundation
Jun 16, 2025

Nonprofit offers training to help diversify construction industry

The BLOC Foundation, an Elizabeth-based redevelopment-focused organization, aims to create a more inclusive and equitable field across the state.

Rider University
Mar 19, 2025

Rider University’s free veteran entrepreneur program opens apps

The free, six-week course offers training for veteran entrepreneurs – their spouses or dependents – to help with developing a business concept or expanding an existing venture.

On Dec. 6, 2024, County College of Morris hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the official opening of its Veterans Resource Center.
Dec 11, 2024

County College of Morris opens Veterans Resource Center

Located on CCM’s campus in Randolph, the office will assist former military members with their VA education benefits and provide academic and career advising.

Military
Nov 12, 2024

New Jersey commits $30M to combat veteran homelessness

The state is committing more than $30 million over two years to help place more than 1,000 individuals in stable housing.

Former U.S. Army Spc. Carlo Fernando Arellano and Marine Corps veteran and Gold Star widow Sarah Monahan were recently recognized through the the Military Warriors Support Foundation’s Transportation4Heroes program. From left, Casey Kinser, executive vice president, Military Warriors Support Foundation; Arellana; Monahan; and Danny Lee, senior vice president of the tri-state area at Citizens. - PHOTO BY EUGENE KRASNAOK
Nov 11, 2024

Citizens, Military Warriors honor distinguished veterans

Former U.S. Army Spc. Carlo Fernando Arellano and Marine Corps veteran and Gold Star widow Sarah Monahan were recognized with a payment-free vehicle, a $5,000 educational stipend and more.

Veterans and medical marijuana use
Nov 6, 2024

The Cannabist launches Veterans Day fundraiser on behalf of Weed for Warriors

Through Nov. 11, the MSO will give customers the option to round up purchases to support the nonprofit, which advocates for former military members' rights to access medical marijuana as an alternative to psychiatric drugs.

Centenary University is a private liberal arts school in Hackettstown.
Jul 23, 2024

Centenary launches new entrepreneur training program for veterans

The free, virtual Veteran Venture Program connects seasoned entrepreneurs and industry leaders to guide participants through aspects of how to start a business.