Mission statement
Brand New Day, Inc.’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for low-to-moderate-income individuals, youth and families through the development, management and preservation of affordable housing, promoting neighborhood based education, economic development and advocating for social equality in the state of New Jersey.
Vision Statement
"Brand New Day Inc. will revitalize communities throughout the State of New Jersey by empowering residents, developing and preserving affordable housing and increasing home ownership and entrepreneurial opportunities"
Programs and Services
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Real Estate Development
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Residential and Commercial Rental Development
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Homeownership Development
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Rehabilitation and New Construction
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Community Education and Organizing
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Adult Financial Literacy Education
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Homebuyer Education
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Post Purchase Education
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Foreclosure Prevention and Intervention
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Homeownership Counseling and Education
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Leadership Development and Community Involvement
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Property and Asset Management
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Management of Existing Portfolio
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Preservation planning for existing portfolio
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Emergency Preparedness for organization
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Youth Services
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YouthBuild Elizabeth
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GED Preparation and Diploma
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Construction Trade Education and Certification
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Job Training and Placement
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Life Skills and Leadership Training
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Youth Financial Literacy
- Life Skills and Leadership Training
- Youth Financial Literacy
- Jack & Maxine Krasner Youth Entrepreneurial Training Center Specialized Construction Training
- Community Services
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Brand New Day (BND) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit community development corporation incorporated in 1985 by diverse members of the community and the Board and Executive Director of Elizabethport Presbyterian Center. Brand New Day (BND) provides programs and services that are in demand from individuals, families, renters, homeowners, micro-businesses and supporters of the low to moderate-income population. "From clean-up to revitalization and support services, BND's ongoing efforts continue to restore hope and pride in one of Elizabeth's oldest neighborhoods." (Source: J. Christian Bollwage, Mayor City of Elizabeth 2001). Brand New Day's Lines of Business are:
Targeted Service Area(S)
The targeted service areas for Brand New Day include the Counties of Union and Essex with a specific targeted focus on Elizabeth, Irvington, and East Orange.
CHDO Designation
Brand New Day, Inc. is a Community, Housing and Development Organization (CHDO) for the State of New Jersey; Union and Essex Counties, the Cities of Elizabeth, East Orange, and the Township of Irvington.



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