Introducing The Community FoodBank of New Jersey’s Nutrition Policy We’re excited to share an important update with our community! As a part of our 2024-2027 strategic plan, we’ve launched a new Nutrition Policy that will guide our approach to sourcing and distributing food. This nutrition policy is designed to clearly communicate our commitment to providing…
Hannah Conner and Joey Soto began pursuing their lifelong dream of growing and sharing fresh, healthy produce in 2019 by renting sections of other people’s farms. As first-generation farmers, they found it difficult to secure a plot of land to call their own.  But that changed three years ago when they moved to their permanent…
By Geri Henchy, FRAC’s Director of Nutrition Policy and Early Childhood Programs and Katie Jacobs, FRAC’s Early Childhood Nutrition Programs and Food Systems Associate At the height of the pandemic, 285,000 New Jersey households did not have reliable access to affordable, nutritious food, according to a new report from FRAC, with support from the Robert…
On May 4th, the Single Use Plastic Bag Ban took effect. This legislation prohibits the distribution of single use plastic bags in the state of New Jersey. Food assistance organizations, like the Community FoodBank of New Jersey and our network partners (food pantries, soup kitchens, and more), have a 6-month extension until November 6th to…
Have you ever heard the phrase, eat the rainbow? Every single food item contains its very own specific nutrients vital to our health and remembering to eat the rainbow everyday can be one of the simplest ways to ensure we are getting the full spectrum of health benefits. In this month’s Cooking for a Cause recipe, we are sharing a colorful and nutrient-dense bowl that we hope will inspire you to incorporate more fresh foods into your diet. Feel free to get creative and add in more of your favorite ingredients.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Nicole Williams, Communications & Public Relations Manager nwilliams@cfbnj.org / 732-798-5213 COMMUNITY FOODBANK OF NEW JERSEY LAUNCHES NEW REUSABLE BAG DONATION PROGRAM State’s largest anti-hunger, anti-poverty organization prepares local nonprofits to cease use of plastic and paper bags HILLSIDE, NJ—May 4, 2022 Today as New Jersey’s single-use plastic and paper bag ban…
Today, more than 725,000 people in New Jersey, including 175,000 children, still face hunger. At CFBNJ, we work to provide sustainable solutions through our anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs. If you’re interested in joining us in the fight against hunger, consider hosting a CFBNJ fundraising event today. Don’t know where to start? We’re here to help.…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Nicole Williams, Communications & Public Relations Manager nwilliams@cfbnj.org / 732-798-5213 NIGHT OF 300,000 MEALS RAISES FUNDS FOR SOUTH JERSEY NEIGHBORS IN NEED Community FoodBank of New Jersey’s annual South Jersey fundraiser returns with fine food, fun spirits, and live music EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ—May 2, 2022 On Thursday, April 28, the…
Contacts: Michael Cherenson for Walmart (mcherenson@successcomgroup.com/973.919.6228) Nicole Williams for Community FoodBank of New Jersey (nwilliams@cfbnj.org/ 732-798-5213) Walmart and Community FoodBank of New Jersey tackle hunger, healthier living in Garden State Free events mark inaugural visit of Walmart’s Mobile Wellness trailer HILLSIDE, NJ—April 28, 2022 As part of its nearly 20-year relationship with the Community FoodBank…
Argetina Aquino is the Parent Liaison at First Avenue School in Newark. Affectionately called Miss Aquino by parents and kids alike, she has administered CFBNJ’s Family Pack program at the school for nearly two years. Miss Aquino notes that the program has improved the health and well-being of students while building community among the parents…
Looking for a quick and easy recipe? Try out our Thai Peanut Quinoa Salad. Made with simple and whole ingredients, this salad is a light delicious staple.
