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The Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation (BEOF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for low-income, disabled, and elderly residents of Bayonne, New Jersey, and Hudson County. Established in 1965 and part of the National Community Action Partnership, BEOF offers a comprehensive range of services aimed at promoting self-sufficiency and addressing various community needs.

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BEOF's programs include:​

• Stepping Stone Academy (formerly Head Start): Promotes school readiness for children from low-income families, including those with special needs.
• Housing Assistance: Provides rental assistance and housing counseling to combat homelessness in Hudson County.
• Energy Assistance: Offers programs to help residents lower and manage their energy bills.
• Nutrition Services: Delivers meals to senior citizens and others in need five days a week through the Meals on Wheels Program. We also operate two senior Nutrition Sites in Bayonne Monday thru Friday where seniors can receive a hot, nutritious meal.
• Financial Empowerment Program: Through the Financial Empowerment program, the BEOF would like to inform and teach skills that will assist low-income individuals/families on how to better spend/save money, make educated financial decisions and have access to the necessary resources to help them achieve their goals.
• Senior Transportation: Operates a handicapped-accessible mini-bus for senior citizens within Bayonne.
• Weatherization Assistance: Helps low-income families reduce energy bills through home repairs and energy-efficient upgrades.
• Lead Abatement Program

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Through these initiatives, BEOF strives to empower individuals and families, fostering a more self-reliant and resilient community.