The Hansen Foundation strives to support the comprehensive and holistic rehabilitation of any person that seeks recovery. Our goal is to give individuals a sense of belonging, safety, and purpose so that they can find a life worth living and embrace long-term sustainable recovery. 

The Hansen Foundation’s mission is to transform lives in recovery through treatment, housing, life skill development, advocacy & recovery support. 

Est. 1999


The Hansen Foundation, founded in 1999, is a non-profit organization located in Atlantic County, NJ. The Foundation embraces helping those suffering from addiction reclaim their lives. Our President, Jennifer Hansen began her recovery journey on March 3rd, 1996. At just 25 years old, after many unsuccessful attempts at rehabilitation, Jennifer found hope in a women’s transitional facility in California. With over two years of hard work, 12-step recovery, and personal growth, she gained the tools to live a drug-free life. When she returned home, she was alarmed by the lack of resources available to individuals in her community that were in need of help from substance-abuse disorders.

The Hansen Foundation was started with a vision of restoring dignity to those who have suffered from the trauma of their addiction. Jennifer is now a successful business owner, mother of 3 and recovery advocate on a mission to help as many others to recover and lead fulfilling lives as humanly possible.  

Decades of Recovery

The Heart of the Foundation

At the heart of The Hansen Foundation’s mission is Edwina Young Hansen, Vice President and mother of Jennifer Hansen. In trying to best determine how to support her daughter through her recovery journey, Edwina decided to respond with selflessness, love and strength. Though never having struggled with substances herself, she made a promise to her daughter to refrain from drinking and has since then been the driving force behind the Hansen family’s mission to provide much needed support to those suffering from addiction. Edwina’s unwavering commitment has touched countless lives and is a testament to the power of a mother’s love and dedication. 

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