Government & Municipal Partnerships
Faith Frontier Ecclesiastical Trust is ready to partner with New Jersey municipalities, counties, and state agencies to address homelessness, reentry, land stewardship, and community restoration.
Our Value Proposition
What Makes Faith Frontier Different
Transparency & Accountability:
- All court filings and case records publicly documented at faithfrontier.org/cases
- Financial records and governance structure openly published
- Quarterly reporting on outcomes and spending
- Independent audit trail through legal proceedings
Proven Competence:
- Successfully navigating complex litigation in state and federal courts
- Constitutional literacy and procedural expertise
- Experience with ADA compliance, fee waivers, discovery, and appellate process
- Track record available for review
Cost-Effectiveness:
- Land stewardship model reduces long-term costs
- Resident-to-steward pathway creates self-sustaining operations
- Job training integrated with housing reduces dependency
- Lower overhead than traditional shelter systems
Holistic Approach:
- Housing + employment + recovery support + legal advocacy
- Faith-based foundation (opt-in, never coerced)
- Community integration, not institutional isolation
- Long-term stability, not revolving-door placement
Partnership Opportunities
1. Emergency Housing & Homelessness Services
Program: Transitional housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness
Capacity:
- Current: [TBD - based on property acquisition]
- Projected: 10-50 individuals within 18 months
Services Included:
- Safe, clean housing (private or shared rooms)
- Case management and goal planning
- Job training and employment placement
- Recovery support and mental health referrals
- Life skills and financial literacy
Cost Per Person:
[TBD - competitive with NJ Emergency Assistance rates]
Funding Mechanisms:
- NJ Division of Family Development Emergency Assistance (EA)
- Homelessness Prevention Program (HPP) contracts
- County behavioral health funding
- HUD Continuum of Care alignment
Contact for RFP Response:
Email: [to be added]
2. Reentry & Criminal Justice Reform
Program: Housing and employment for individuals returning from incarceration
Target Population:
- Post-incarceration (county jail or state prison)
- Probation/parole supervision
- PCR petitioners and appellate litigants
- Individuals with barriers to traditional housing
Services Included:
- Stable housing with accountability structure
- On-site job training (construction, land stewardship)
- Legal advocacy and record expungement support
- Peer mentorship and community reintegration
- Employer partnerships for direct placement
Outcomes We Track:
- Recidivism rates
- Employment retention
- Housing stability at 6, 12, 24 months
- Probation/parole compliance
Funding Mechanisms:
- County reentry contracts
- NJ Reentry Corporation partnerships
- Department of Corrections collaborative agreements
3. Land Stewardship & Conservation
Program: Community land management and restoration
Services Offered:
- Vacant lot maintenance and beautification
- Community gardens and urban agriculture
- Storm water management and green infrastructure
- Invasive species removal and native plantings
- Workforce training through environmental stewardship
Benefits to Municipalities:
- Reduced blight and increased property values
- Job creation for local residents
- Environmental restoration
- Community engagement and pride
Funding Mechanisms:
- Municipal service contracts
- NJ Green Acres grants
- EPA Brownfields redevelopment
- Private foundation partnerships
4. Workforce Development
Program: Construction and trades apprenticeships
Partners:
- Tillerstead LLC (construction vendor - arms-length relationship)
- Local unions and trade associations
- Community colleges and vocational programs
Training Pathways:
- Carpentry and general construction
- HVAC, electrical, plumbing (with licensed supervision)
- Property maintenance and facility management
- Land management and horticulture
- Administrative and office skills
Certification & Placement:
- OSHA safety certification
- Trade-specific credentials
- Job placement assistance
- Ongoing employment support
Funding Mechanisms:
- NJ Department of Labor Workforce Innovation grants
- WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act)
- County workforce development boards
Why Partner with Faith Frontier?
Track Record of Competence
Legal Experience:
- 9 active cases in state and federal court (see /cases)
- Successfully obtained fee waivers, track changes, and discovery orders
- Constitutional litigation experience (free speech, due process, ADA)
- Documented ability to navigate complex procedures
Organizational Capacity:
- Unincorporated church with ecclesiastical trust structure
- Designated property holding entity (Faith Frontier Ecclesiastical Trust)
- Separate construction vendor (Tillerstead LLC) for arms-length compliance
- Ministry charter and governance bylaws publicly available
Community Roots:
- Based in Atlantic County, New Jersey
- Focus on coastal communities and urban-rural continuum
- Relationships with local courts, law enforcement, and social services
- Commitment to long-term presence and stewardship
Compliance & Standards
Organizational Standards
- 501(c)(3) status: Pending/in process (IRC §508(c)(1)(A) church exemption)
- Background checks: All staff and resident stewards
- ADA accessibility: Compliance planning for all properties
- Fair Housing Act: No discrimination based on protected classes
- HIPAA/confidentiality: Strict privacy protections for residents
Reporting & Accountability
- Monthly participant reports to contracting agencies
- Quarterly financial statements published online
- Annual outcomes report with aggregated data
- Third-party audit when funding threshold met
- Public transparency portal at faithfrontier.org
Insurance & Liability
- General liability insurance (coverage levels TBD based on contracts)
- Workers’ compensation for employees
- Property insurance for facilities
- Professional liability for case management staff
Case Studies (Testimonial Placeholder)
“Faith Frontier doesn’t just house people—they build stewards. We’ve seen residents become employees, and employees become community leaders.”
— Municipal Partner (name/title TBD)
“The transparency is what sold us. We can see every dollar, every decision, every outcome. That’s rare in this field.”
— County Administrator (name/title TBD)
How to Begin a Partnership
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Contact Faith Frontier to discuss your municipality’s needs and our capacity.
Step 2: Site Visit & Assessment
Tour existing or proposed Faith Frontier properties. Meet current participants and staff.
Step 3: Pilot Program or Contract
Start with a small cohort (5-10 individuals) to test fit and outcomes.
Step 4: Evaluation & Expansion
Quarterly review of metrics. Scale up based on success.
Request for Proposal (RFP) Readiness
Faith Frontier is prepared to respond to RFPs for:
- Emergency shelter and transitional housing
- Reentry and criminal justice services
- Workforce development and job training
- Land stewardship and environmental services
- Faith-based community partnerships
Pre-Qualification:
We can provide:
- Organizational budget and financial statements
- List of current properties and capacity
- Staff credentials and experience
- References from legal, social service, and community partners
- Sample service agreements and MOUs
Expedited Response:
Email RFP documents to: [to be added]
We typically respond within 10-15 business days.
Contact Information
Faith Frontier Ecclesiastical Trust
Location: Atlantic County, New Jersey
Email: [to be added]
Phone: [to be added]
Website: faithfrontier.org
For Municipal Inquiries:
- RFPs and contract opportunities
- Partnership discussions
- Site visits and consultations
For State Agency Coordination:
- NJ Department of Community Affairs
- NJ Department of Corrections
- NJ Department of Labor
- NJ Division of Family Development
Related Pages:
- Emergency Housing Program - Detailed program information
- Stewardship Pathway - How participants become stewards
- Manifesto - Our public commitments
- Cases - Our track record and transparency