Community history

History of Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA

The original Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA was a free, peer-led career support network founded in River Edge, New Jersey, in January 2011.

What happened at meetings

The group used a recurring meeting to make a solitary search more manageable. People shared what they were working on, discussed résumés and interviews, and made introductions. Libraries and other community spaces helped bring the meetings close to people who needed them.

How the network expanded

A Connecticut legislative staff review documented the New Jersey network and expansion into Massachusetts and Washington, D.C. The report described volunteer leaders, regular group meetings, and practical instruction in networking and job search. A later announcement described a collaboration with the Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey.

Where to read more

The early milestone timeline puts the first years in context. The media archive brings together reporting and program coverage. Current organizational information is available from NhNUSA.

Sources and further reading