Greater Bergen Community Action is a 501(c) (3), not-for-profit Community Action Agency. Established in 1967, Greater Bergen is part of a nationwide network of poverty-fighting enterprises which were established as part of the nation’s effort to address the intractable and persistent problem of poverty in America.

The ladder project is a NJ State Halfway house that provides intensive services for men who are recovering from chronic substance Abuse.

Greater Bergen Community Action energy assistance programs help pay for energy bills.  

GBCA offer a number of programs to improve the health and safety of income-eligible households.

Greater Bergen Community Action's free program helps participants prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam.

The Greater Bergen Housing Coalition (GBHC) provides tenants rights assistance.

A member-owned , not-for-profit, financial institution dedicated to providing members with quality financial services and products customized to meet each individual's needs.

Greater Bergen Community Action's Head Start programs offer children a free, high quality pre-school education while offering services to the whole family. 
 

Free testing and remediation or abatement of lead paint hazards for eligible residents of Bergen County or the City of Paterson.

A healthy pregnancy has direct influence on the health and development of your child.  Bergen County Head Start Expectant Mother’s Program is designed to guide your family through the pregnancy with an opportunity to sign up for free quality child care from the safety of your home.

Our Immigrant Resource Center offers legal, citizenship and social services.

Are you a landlord with tenants facing months of outstanding rent? Has the COVID-19 pandemic caused you to fall behind on your rent?

Relief is on the way! You may be eligible for Bergen County's Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance Program which covers past rent and utilities up dating back to March 2020.