For the past eight years, Frank Ruiz has been a cornerstone of support for those in need in Bergen and Passaic Counties through his role at the Center for Food…
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Ken Calemmo Jr. has spent more than 35 years at the Atlantic City law firm Cooper Levenson, where he’s found strong alignment with his own personal values. “I have a…
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By Chiara Coddington Laura Sodano Beausoleil originally didn’t know what a food bank was. The first time she heard the words was at a Bruce Springsteen concert from Bruce himself,…
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For Linda Loria, making a difference has always been her guiding principle. After spending over 30 years in corporate roles, she was looking for something more meaningful, and she found…
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For Chick DiAmbrosio, the Community FoodBank of New Jersey is more than just an organization; it’s a second home, a place where he found purpose and community. Chick’s journey to…
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For 50 years, CFBNJ has supported countless families in need with food for nutritious meals. But we can’t address the root causes of hunger without government advocates, like Governor Phil…
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Daryl Walker grew up in a tough environment in New Brunswick, where he faced the challenges of living in a home marked by substance abuse and financial hardship. “I grew…
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New Jersey Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin fondly reflects on his relationship with the Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) and his commitment to addressing hunger, a cause he has championed…
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Wendy Lazarus’s journey with CFBNJ began during her tenure at Pfizer, where her role in community relations connected her with the organization. “I worked in community relations and public affairs…
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By Chiara Coddington Faye Kuhn’s job at the FoodBank was the third job of her life. She originally started out in real estate development but left after a while to…
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