Free Food & Services

Free Food & Services

Find a food pantry near you and explore the free services that can help you and your family.

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Apply for Food Assistance

Apply for food assistance programs

Get free help applying for food assistance programs and accessing the benefits available to you and your family.

Apply For WIC 

Apply For SNAP

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Job Training

Job Training

Sign up for one of CFBNJ’s free job training programs that can prepare you for a career in the culinary or logistics industries.

 

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Healthy Recipes

Healthy Recipes

Healthy recipes, cooking videos, and tips are all here. Browse through the info provided by our Nutrition Education team to get the most out of your grocery budget without compromising on nutrition.

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Donate

Donate

Learn about all the ways to give a monetary gift, including recurring donations, planned gifts, tributes, and more to CFBNJ to lift up our neighbors.

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Volunteer

Volunteer

Explore the many opportunities to volunteer – whether that is packing food with your company, family, and friends at either our Hillside or Egg Harbor Township locations, distributing healthy food at one of our partners, or making phone calls from the comfort of your home.

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Advocate

Advocate

Take action to support our advocacy efforts that address the root causes of hunger and learn more about how CFBNJ collaborates with legislators.

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Fundraise

Fundraise

Coordinate a virtual or in-person fundraiser with friends, family, or coworkers.

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Donate Food & Goods

Donate Food & Goods

Over one-third of our food is donated by generous supporters like you. Set up a food or special product drive, join our retail food donation program, and more.

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Make a Corporate Donation

Make a Corporate Donation

Manufacturers, retailers, corporations, and small businesses can donate food, funds, and time.

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Events

Events

Attend a CFBNJ event to show your support and meet other like-minded supporters.

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Youth

Youth

Opportunities for youth engagement includes fundraising, food drives, and service days.

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Sign Up to Volunteer

Sign Up to Volunteer

Sign up to sort and pack food with your company, family, and friends at either our Hillside or Egg Harbor locations.

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Corporate Groups

Corporate Groups

Use your next company outing to give back to your community.

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Special Volunteer Programs

Special Volunteer Programs

View the opportunities available for regular volunteers to level up their participation at CFBNJ.

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Youth

Special Volunteer Programs

Opportunities for youth engagement includes fundraising, food drives, and service days.

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About Us

About Us

Discover how our journey began almost 50 years ago, and how we are committed to ending hunger in New Jersey.

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Our Programs

Learn about what we do to help our neighbors in need.

Learn about what we do to help our neighbors in need.

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How a FoodBank Works

How a FoodBank Works

Understand how food and hygiene supplies get from our two warehouses to your community.

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Leadership

Leadership

Meet our executive leadership team and Board of Directors.

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Annual Report & Financials

Annual Report & Financials

Get a clear picture of our finances, how our programs impact the community, and how it all ties together.

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Careers

Careers

Check out our career opportunities and don’t miss a chance to put your talents to work for a great purpose.

Internships Available

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News & Press

Keep up to date with the latest news about our work to end hunger.

Keep up to date with the latest news about our work to end hunger.

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Our Locations

Locations

We have locations in Hillside and Egg Harbor Township, each with their own events and volunteering opportunities.

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Strategic Plan

Strategic Plan

Explore the roadmap of the future of CFBNJ and how we plan on helping hungry neighbors going forward.

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Blog

Featured Stories

Statement: CFBNJ Disappointed by SNAP Cuts Passed by Congress 1280 550 CFBNJ
Advocacy Highlights News

Statement: CFBNJ Disappointed by SNAP Cuts Passed by Congress

CFBNJ is deeply disappointed that Congress has passed a historic, nearly $200 billion cut to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — the largest reduction to the program in its history. This devastating legislation will reduce or eliminate benefits for millions of vulnerable seniors, veterans, working families, people with disabilities, and so many others. It…

Bruce Springsteen, CFBNJ Supporter 1280 550 CFBNJ
50th Anniversary Highlights

Bruce Springsteen, CFBNJ Supporter

With a hungry heart for service, Bruce Springsteen has long believed that we take care of our own, a sentiment he exemplifies as a devoted friend and champion of CFBNJ.   His connection to the FoodBank dates back more than 40 years, and his relationship with founder Kathleen DiChiara was a meaningful one. Together, they shared…

Meet Our Neighbors Who Receive SNAP 1280 550 CFBNJ
Advocacy Get Involved Highlights Real Stories

Meet Our Neighbors Who Receive SNAP

Millions rely on SNAP to put food on the table, but their stories often go untold. Get to know a few of our neighbors who receive benefits, and learn more about the challenges they face and why SNAP is so critical. Meet Laurie Laurie built her career in the food and beverage industry around serving…

Neighbor Spotlight: Meet Mona 1280 550 CFBNJ
General Real Stories

Neighbor Spotlight: Meet Mona

Grandmother of five Mona recently visited CFBNJ’s Community Assistance Pantry in Egg Harbor Township for the first time – but it wasn’t her first time receiving help from the FoodBank. She’s been to CFBNJ’s mobile pantry before, and both programs have made a real difference. “Coming to the pantry saves money because grocery prices are…

Neighbor Spotlight: Meet Laurie 1280 550 CFBNJ
General Real Stories

Neighbor Spotlight: Meet Laurie

Laurie has spent her entire life around food. Starting as a dishwasher at just 12 years old, she worked her way through nearly every job in the food and beverage industry – host, waitress, manager, cook, bartender, and even wedding caterer. After decades on her feet became too much, she retired and now lives with…

Learn About the Far-Reaching Effects of Federal SNAP Changes 1280 550 CFBNJ
Advocacy News Real Stories

Learn About the Far-Reaching Effects of Federal SNAP Changes

CFBNJ is deeply disappointed that Congress has passed a historic, nearly $200 billion cut to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — the largest reduction to the program in its history. These articles by CFBNJ team members from across the organization detail some of the consequences — even the hidden ones — that will result…

Statement: CFBNJ Disappointed by SNAP Cuts Passed by Congress 1280 550 CFBNJ
Advocacy Highlights News

Statement: CFBNJ Disappointed by SNAP Cuts Passed by Congress

CFBNJ is deeply disappointed that Congress has passed a historic, nearly $200 billion cut to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — the largest reduction to the program in its history. This devastating legislation will reduce or eliminate benefits for millions of vulnerable seniors, veterans, working families, people with disabilities, and so many others. It…

What They’re Not Telling You About SNAP Changes 1280 550 CFBNJ
Advocacy News

What They’re Not Telling You About SNAP Changes

Elizabeth McCarthy, President & CEO As leader of New Jersey’s largest anti-hunger, anti-poverty organization, I hear often from parents who are doing everything right — but still coming up short. I’m a mom, too, and I know how it feels to want nothing more than to keep your child fed, healthy, and safe. Out in…

How SNAP cuts reshape food sourcing for New Jersey’s food banks 1280 550 CFBNJ
Advocacy News

How SNAP cuts reshape food sourcing for New Jersey’s food banks

Michael Schrob, Director, Food Sourcing & Procurement As Director of Food Sourcing and Procurement at CFBNJ, I manage the acquisition of food from three main sources: purchased products through grants and private financial donations, government programs, and food donations from New Jersey retailers, food industry donors, and local farms. When SNAP changes, more families will…

The ripple effects you don’t see: How SNAP cuts will strain every community resource 1280 550 CFBNJ
Advocacy News

The ripple effects you don’t see: How SNAP cuts will strain every community resource

Danielle McNair, Assistant Director, Partner Experience As Assistant Director of Partner Experience at the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, I work with 21 high-impact community organizations across New Jersey – food pantries and local food assistance organizations that serve our neighbors every day. When SNAP benefits get cut, the impact doesn’t stop with individual families.…

SNAP cuts would impact critical programs and harm working families 1280 550 CFBNJ
Advocacy News

SNAP cuts would impact critical programs and harm working families

Robert Abbamondi, Assistant Director, Neighbor Impact As Assistant Director of Neighbor Impact at the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, I work directly with families across South Jersey who depend on these programs. Atlantic, Cape May, and Cumberland Counties, where my team and I help neighbors seeking SNAP benefits, face unique challenges and have some of…

What’s really in the budget’s SNAP changes – and why every New Jersey resident should pay attention 1280 550 CFBNJ
Advocacy News

What’s really in the budget’s SNAP changes – and why every New Jersey resident should pay attention

Adele LaTourette, Vice President of Policy & Advocacy As Assistant Vice President of Policy & Advocacy at CFBNJ, I spend my days translating complex policy into real impact for our communities. My work involves connecting with Congressional offices, coordinating with advocacy groups, and navigating the constantly shifting policy landscapes in Washington D.C. and New Jersey.…

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