Welcome to NYC Initiative

The Welcome to NYC Initiative, located in Hackettstown, NJ, is dedicated to providing vital support to newcomers navigating their transition to New York City. Our mission is to ensure that individuals and families receive the essential resources they need as they settle into this vibrant, multicultural environment. We offer comprehensive services that include legal assistance—such as initial assessments, know-your-rights guidance, and referrals—along with non-legal aid like case management, interpretation and translation, travel assistance, medical and mental health services, and support for essential needs like food and housing. We strive to be a welcoming resource that empowers newcomers to confidently build their lives in New York City, connecting them to public benefits and community services that foster stability and growth.