SHIP, the Samaritan Homeless Interim Program, began operations on March 5, 1984 in response to the unheeded cry of the many women, children and men who are in desperate need of emergency housing and associated services.  

SHIP is a faith based, interfaith and community funded, assisted and supported, grassroots organization.

SHIP Overview

At SHIP we create programs and services that increase the Somerset County and surrounding regions capacity to respond to the needs of the poor and working poor.

SINCE MARCH 5, 1984 WE HAVE SERVED 0VER 100,000 PEOPLE

Clients coming to SHIP are in desperate need of help.  Many are the working poor.   They include those that suffer from homelessness or being near homeless.  Many are hungry or suffer from substance abuse dependency, HIV/AIDS, mental health issues, or neglect and isolation. 

Services are tailored to each individual's need and vary in duration according to each individual or families situation.  SHIP provides this unique population with critically needed emergency interim services.  These services may include advocacy, emergency interim housing, interim counseling, and support services, that greatly enhance their chances of regaining their self-sufficiency again. SHIP is dedicated to improving the quality of life for the poor.  Clients are eligible to apply for all of SHIP's Programs and Services. 

THERE ARE NO FEES CHARGED FOR SERVICES.

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Below are powerful videos that show just a sample of the positive impact your generous donations have on the less fortunate of our area.  Your continued support is vital to the success of these programs. 

Click the picture above to see SHIP’s Mobile Soup Kitchen at work.

Click the picture above to see SHIP’s Galley Soup Kitchen in action.

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How can I help?

SHIP is a registered charitable agency in the State of New Jersey and operates as a tax-exempt corporation within the scope of the Internal Revenue Code 501-C-3. SHIP services are primarily funded by donations received from area churches, groups, and individuals. SHIP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, or handicapped status in employment or provision of services.

SHIP’s 34th Annual EASTER SUNDAY Holiday Meal

The Immaculata High School Cafeteria
240 Mountain Avenue, Somerville 08876

SUNDAY MARCH 31ST

Serving time: Noon to 1pm

DONATIONS NEEDED: Visit our Needs Page to see what items are most needed to be donated.  Contact SHIP for more information at 908-973-9545



Please consider a cash donation this Easter season.  Simply click the donate button above to help the less fortunate this holiday season.  Thank you and God Bless

Holiday Meals Volunteer Information:

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Samaritan Homeless Interim Program

 
87 East High Street
Somerville, New Jersey 08876
908-393-9545
safeharbor@ship908.com

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About SHIP

At SHIP we create programs and services that increase the Somerset County and surrounding regions capacity to respond to the needs of the poor and working poor.

Since March 5, 1984 We have served over 150,000 people.

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