A young Black woman offering comfort and support to another participant during a group recovery session
A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

After every fall,there is a new leaf.

We help people and families impacted by addiction, homelessness, and mental health challenges find stable housing and the everyday support that makes long-term sobriety possible.

Confidential, no costNJ · DE · Philadelphia

Recovery housing

Safe, substance-free homes with structure and accountability.

Essential support

Food, clothing, documentation, and help navigating services.

Family support

Guidance and resources for the people who love them.

Promotional flyer for New Leaf Recovery Foundation's 1st Annual Labor of Love Gala on December 13th, featuring Yolanda Adams, Chris Clark, and Gifted Hands
December 13

1st Annual Labor of Love Gala

An evening of celebration, purpose, and generosity in support of the people we serve. Join us for live performances and help fund recovery housing and essential support services for our community.

Featured performances

Yolanda AdamsChris ClarkGifted Hands

Every ticket supports recovery housing and essential support for someone in need.

Inside our house

A real home, not a facility.

This is where the work happens — shared meals in the kitchen, evenings together in the living room, and a bedroom someone can finally call their own. Recovery takes root in ordinary places that feel safe.

Modern kitchen with gray cabinets, white countertops, stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, and beige tile flooring
Shared kitchen
Modern living room with black furniture, TV on entertainment center, infant crib, and large window with dark curtains
Living room
Modern bathroom with monstera leaf shower curtain, wooden vanity, white sink, framed mirror, and bronze fixtures
Bathroom
Foosball table with wooden frame and black legs positioned on a patterned area rug in a game room with desk and windows
Game room

Beds open up — and fill quickly.

If you or someone you love needs a place to land, reach out today. We'll tell you honestly what's available right now.

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Community outreach

We go to where people are.

Recovery doesn't start in an office. It starts on a sidewalk, at a bus stop, in a parking lot at 7am. Our team shows up with hot food, blessing bags, warm clothing, and something harder to find — a person who will look you in the eye and not walk away.

Group of people standing in line on a city street during daytime with buildings and urban landscape visible

Street outreach

Regular rounds through the neighborhoods we serve, meeting people where they are.

Large crowd of people waiting in line on a urban street during daytime with buildings and storefronts in background

Community distribution

Coordinated giveaways of food and supplies for anyone who shows up — no questions asked.

People standing in line on a city sidewalk outside a storefront on a sunny day

Blessing bags

Essential items and contact information, so help is one phone call away.

Group of people in winter clothing receiving food from a distribution table outdoors

Hot meals, cold days

Through every season — because need doesn't pause for weather.

Know someone sleeping outside tonight?

Call us with a location and we'll follow up. You don't need to know their name.

(609) 505-9244
A diverse group of women holding hands and offering comfort to a friend during a supportive conversation

Dignity first, always.

Every person who walks through our door is treated as a neighbor, not a case number.

Our mission

Stability, dignity, and long-term sobriety.

New Leaf Recovery Foundation exists to support individuals and families impacted by addiction, homelessness, and mental health challenges. We believe recovery is possible for everyone — and that it becomes far more possible when someone has a bed, a support system, and a person in their corner.

Because we're community-funded, no one is turned away for inability to pay. Our door stays open.

100%

Free to the people we serve

NJ · DE · PA

Where we serve

501(c)(3)

Registered nonprofit

12/13

Labor of Love Gala

For partners & referrers

You don't have to carry the referral alone.

If you're a hospital, treatment center, case manager, court, church, or community organization, we'll take it from here — with clear communication back to you at every stage.

  • Same-day intake screening for urgent discharges
  • Bed availability confirmed before you promise it
  • Written updates on housing, support, and progress
  • Placement coordinated directly with your facility
Make a referral
A multiethnic group sitting in a circle with a counselor during a supportive group discussion
An African American young man participating in a supportive counseling session from home
A happy Black family sitting together on the couch at home
Wooden blocks spelling the words build good habits
Get help

Tell us what's happening.

However you got here — for yourself, for a family member, or for someone you're trying to help — one message is enough to start. Everything you share stays confidential.

Call us directly(609) 505-9244
Our promiseConfidential, always

Confidential. No cost. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

Help us open more doors

Every bed, every meal, every second chance starts with someone like you.

New Leaf Recovery Foundation runs on the generosity of our community. Your gift funds housing and the everyday basics that keep someone moving forward.