Westfield
The Martin Wallberg American Legion Post #3
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An ambitious but achievable $8.2 million campaign - so we can house a number of homeless veterans, enhance our services, and expand our facilities.
20,000 sq foot facility
22 new, fully-furnished apartment units for homeless veterans
Larger meeting and supportive services space for a growing, vibrant Post
3,000 sq foot event space for use by Westfield residents and others to rent for events.
Newly designed cantina for veterans to gather and socialize
Emerson
Post #269
Old American Legion building
Emerson site before construction
Emerson Veterans Phase II rendering
14 completed units
The Emerson project continues to make meaningful progress, with a pre-construction meeting successfully completed on March 16, 2026. This milestone marks an important step forward as we move toward the next phase of development.
The project includes the construction of a new Emerson Post #269 building, alongside four (4) additional affordable one-bedroom apartments for veterans. These new units will expand upon the existing fourteen (14) residences that were completed in 2017, further strengthening our commitment to providing safe, stable housing for those who have served our country.
Originally, the plan focused on restoring the historic Post #269 building. However, after careful evaluation, it became clear that the 265-year-old structure could not be feasibly rehabilitated to meet modern safety and functional standards. As a result, the decision was made to respectfully remove the existing building and move forward with plans for a newly constructed facility that will better serve veterans and the community for years to come.
The new design reflects both functionality and sustainability, ensuring that the space meets current needs while honoring the legacy of the original post. Once complete, the site will serve as a revitalized hub for veterans, offering both housing and a renewed gathering space.
Construction is expected to begin following the submission and approval of architectural plans. The project team is optimistic that, once underway, construction will be completed within approximately 18 months.
Montclair
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The Montclair Veterans Service Center project continues to move forward, building on a powerful legacy of service while addressing the critical need for veteran housing and support.
For over 90 years, Crawford Crews American Legion Post 251 has served as a cornerstone for African-American veterans in Montclair. Established in 1935 and named for a Harlem Hellfighter who served in World War I, the post has long been a place of connection, leadership, and community impact.
Plans are now advancing to redevelop the site at 210 Bloomfield Avenue into a modern Veterans Service Center. The new facility will include 11 supportive housing units for at-risk, aging, and homeless veterans, along with dedicated space for services and community engagement.
The project thoughtfully incorporates elements of the original structure—first built in the late 1800s—preserving its historic character while creating a space designed to meet today’s needs. Key approvals have been secured, along with support from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and pre-development funding from the State of New Jersey.
The team is currently advancing zoning approvals and housing voucher allocations as they prepare for construction. Once complete, the Montclair Veterans Service Center will provide not only housing, but a renewed sense of stability, dignity, and community for those who have served.
Hoboken
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6 units have been completed and 18 units are currently breaking ground
South Amboy
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Stars & Stripes Veterans Center of South Amboy: Building Homes, Community, and Tradition
The Stars & Stripes Veterans Center of South Amboy continues to move forward as a transformative initiative dedicated to serving those who have served our country. Led by the Luke A. Lovely American Legion Post #62, this project represents a powerful commitment to providing permanent, affordable housing for local veterans while restoring a vital community gathering space.
Established in August 1919 following the end of World War I, Post #62 is one of the oldest American Legion posts in Middlesex County. For over a century, it has played a central role in supporting veterans and strengthening the South Amboy community. Its longtime home on lower David Street, originally built in 1921, stood as a symbol of that service for generations—until Superstorm Sandy caused extensive damage, ultimately leading to its demolition.
Today, we are building on that legacy with a vision for the future. The project is currently in the planning and design phase and includes the development of five dedicated housing units for veterans, along with a newly constructed meeting hall that will once again serve as a hub for connection, support, and community engagement.
More than a construction project, this effort is about restoring a sense of place and purpose. The new Stars & Stripes Veterans Center will provide veterans with not only safe housing, but also a renewed sense of stability, belonging, and connection to the community they helped shape.
As progress continues, we remain deeply committed to honoring the past while building a stronger, more supportive future for veterans in South Amboy.