South Jersey Dream Center, Inc.

What South Jersey Dream Center, Inc. does

South Jersey Dream Center, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation (EIN 46-3760076) headquartered at 101 Jessup Road in West Deptford, New Jersey, operating a single physical facility called The Marketplace. The organization distributes nearly 250,000 pounds of food, clothing, household items, baby items, personal hygiene products, and pet items per year to individuals and families experiencing poverty in South Jersey, a population the organization cites at approximately 1 in 10 regional residents based on U.S. Census data. Distribution occurs primarily through The Marketplace on Wednesdays, supplemented by recurring donation drives (Annual Diaper Drive in May, Fill the Shelves Food Drive) and an annual Pickleball Against Poverty Tournament.

The revenue model is donation-driven and entirely non-commercial to recipients: all services and goods are provided free of charge. Income streams consist of (1) one-time and recurring individual financial gifts via a Monthly Partnership program, (2) in-kind product donations from individuals and corporations (Panera, Amazon, ACME, Heritages and others), and (3) corporate/partner financial support. Beyond material aid, SJDC operates the Firm Foundation Program — a weekly spiritual and professional training curriculum — and lists "Workshops" as a coming-soon offering, positioning the organization as a combined relief-and-development provider rather than a pure food pantry. There is no disclosed proprietary technology; the digital footprint is a Squarespace website, Constant Contact email newsletter, and standard social media profiles. Governance signals include IRS 501(c)(3) recognition, New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs charity registration, and a GuideStar Silver Seal of transparency.

Strategic posture centers on deepening community and institutional partnerships (Jefferson Health, United Way of Gloucester County, Gloucester County government, Abilities Solutions) and broadening the donor base through recurring giving programs and signature events, with geographic scope intentionally limited to the South Jersey region.

Name

South Jersey Dream Center, Inc.

Legal name

South Jersey Dream Center, Inc.

Website

https://southjerseydreamcenter.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

South Jersey Dream Center, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in West Deptford, NJ that distributes nearly 250,000 pounds of food, clothing, baby, and hygiene items annually, alongside spiritual and professional training, to individuals and families experiencing poverty in the South Jersey region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

NAICS

Community Food Services (624210), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Child and Youth Services (624110)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

Keywords

• Community assistance programs
• Food and clothing distribution
• Poverty alleviation services
• Faith-based nonprofit
• Material aid services

Headquarters

HQ city

West Orange

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Financial Donations: One-time and monthly financial gifts from individual donors. Monthly partners receive exclusive updates and become part of the SJDC community.
2. In-Kind Product Donations: Receipt of donated food, clothing, household items, baby items, and hygiene products that are distributed to those in need. This reduces direct program costs.
3. Corporate/Partner Support: Monthly corporate partners (Panera, Amazon, ACME, Heritages, and others) provide financial and product support.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

South Jersey Dream Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that distributes food, clothing, household items, baby supplies, and personal hygiene products at no cost to individuals and families living in poverty in South Jersey. Beyond material assistance, the organization delivers personal, spiritual, and professional development training through its Firm Foundation Program to help recipients break the cycle of poverty from the inside out.

Product overview

South Jersey Dream Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization operating as a single unified charitable mission rather than a technology platform with distinct products. The organization functions as a community assistance center offering material resources (food, clothing, household items, baby items, hygiene products) through The Marketplace, combined with personal development programming including the Firm Foundation Program for spiritual and professional training. Fundraising occurs through events like the Pickleball Against Poverty Tournament and Annual Diaper Drive, while volunteer engagement is facilitated through group volunteer programs. The organization operates primarily in the South Jersey region, serving individuals and families experiencing poverty.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Marketplace

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 250,000 pounds of food, clothing, diapers, personal hygiene, and pet items distributed per year

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Jefferson HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJefferson Health reached out to SJDC for children's resources. SJDC shares children's clothing, diapers, and strollers with the families that Jefferson Health serves.
• United Way of Gloucester CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe new Executive Director of United Way of Gloucester County visited the Dream Center. The United Way provides leadership and expertise supporting local families in partnership with SJDC.
• PaneraminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMonthly corporate partner listed on the Monthly Partners page. Provides food donations and/or financial support.
• AmazonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMonthly corporate partner listed on the Monthly Partners page.
• ACMEminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMonthly corporate partner listed on the Monthly Partners page.
• HeritagesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMonthly corporate partner listed on the Monthly Partners page.
• Gloucester County (Mobile Shower & Hygiene Trailer)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGloucester County provided a brand new 31 ft. Mobile Shower & Hygiene Trailer for guests at the Social Services building at 400 Holly Dell Drive. The county welcomes anyone to use the shower and laundry facilities.
• Abilities SolutionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudents from Abilities Solutions package produce at the Dream Center with excellence, contributing to meal preparation for Marketplace guests.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/southjerseydreamcenter
• Facebookfacebook.com/SouthJerseyDreamCenter
• Instagraminstagram.com/southjerseydreamcenter
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/south-jersey-dream-center-inc

Compliance3 records

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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