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
National School Meal Program

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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.

24-Hour Packathon
Blue Jean Ball
Meal on a Mission: A Chef’s Tableside Experience

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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

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A Day in the Life on Capitol Hill

by Adele LaTourette, CFBNJ AVP of Policy & Advocacy Recently I had the opportunity to take the fight against hunger to Capitol Hill as part of Feeding America’s annual Food Bank Fly-In. I joined colleagues from the Food Bank of South Jersey and Fulfill to meet with members of New Jersey’s congressional delegation, including the…

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What SNAP Changes Mean for NJ Families

More New Jersey families are facing growing uncertainty. Deep cuts to federal food programs and the ongoing government shutdown mean even more of our neighbors will struggle to put food on the table. The Community FoodBank of New Jersey remains committed to nourishing communities, advocating for solutions, and empowering families — but the need is…

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Corporate Partner Spotlight: Spencer’s & Spirit Halloween

Spencer’s & Spirit Halloween has been an invaluable partner in our mission to address food insecurity and provide essential support to families in need, especially in South Jersey, where they are headquartered. Their dedication goes beyond financial contributions, extending to impactful volunteer work, product donations, and in-kind support that touches every aspect of our organization. …

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Community FoodBank of New Jersey Announces New Event, Meal on a Mission: A Chef’s Tableside Experience

Exclusive culinary fundraising event to debut at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, bringing together top chefs and supporters to fight hunger in South Jersey  HILLSIDE, NJ – Apil 14, 2026  On Friday, June 12, 2026, the Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) will host its first-ever Meal on a Mission: A Chef’s Tableside Experience at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic…

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Advocating To Protect Food Access

The deep cuts to SNAP passed in 2025 threaten to push many families already living on the margin even closer to crisis, reducing or completely terminating their critical nutrition benefits through increased administrative burden. In 2025, we undertook several initiatives to fight back against unjust new barriers and help mitigate their consequences — protecting food…

Michael at the Garfield Unity Pantry
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Neighbor Spotlight: Meet Michael

Both a pantry recipient and a volunteer, Michael is a strong voice for policies and funding that strengthen food access. “No one should have to worry about where their next meal is coming from,” he asserted. “It should be a no-brainer to fund food banks and pantries.” CFBNJ’s Garfield Unity Pantry has supported Michael through…

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Neighbor Spotlight: Meet Louis & Concetta

Louis, 93, and Concetta, 90, have shared an extraordinary life together – seven decades of marriage. Proud of their love and all they’ve accomplished, Louis carries a cherished memento of their special day: their wedding photo, tucked in his wallet at all times.   “It doesn’t seem possible looking back that we’ve accumulated that many years, but we did. A lot of years,” he reflected, showing…

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A Day in the Life on Capitol Hill

by Adele LaTourette, CFBNJ AVP of Policy & Advocacy Recently I had the opportunity to take the fight against hunger to Capitol Hill as part of Feeding America’s annual Food Bank Fly-In. I joined colleagues from the Food Bank of South Jersey and Fulfill to meet with members of New Jersey’s congressional delegation, including the…

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Empowering New Jerseyans with Cultural Food

Food is most meaningful when it reflects who we are and where we come from. That’s why at CFBNJ, our work goes beyond providing basic staples to include cultural food options that honor the rich diversity of our neighbors and help them to observe traditions with dignity.   Every culture and religion has its own culinary traditions, and our Food Sourcing team ensures CFBNJ’s shelves reflect that by…

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Corporate Partner Spotlight: The Casino Association of New Jersey

The Casino Association of New Jersey (CANJ) is an important partner in CFBNJ’s work to help our neighbors access the food that best meets their needs — including traditional holiday favorites. In November, they provided 1,200 turkeys to help families in need enjoy Thanksgiving meals.   The donation was part of the Casinos United Against Hunger campaign, a year-long effort to support CFBNJ’s mission in honor of our 50th anniversary. All…

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In Your Neighborhood: Jewish Family Service

Jewish Family Service in Elizabeth is a long-time CFBNJ community partner that’s more than just a source of meals – it’s also a lifeline that honors tradition. The pantry serves about 2,000 families per month, providing essential support to a diverse community of Jewish, Latino, Haitian, and other neighbors in need.   “When people come from other countries, they don’t…

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