Despite the unprecedented health crisis and a drop in food donations, St. Cecilia Office of Concern Food Pantry in Englewood, a pantry that got its start in 1980, kept its doors open through the entire pandemic. “We’ve stayed open throughout the pandemic because we’ve got to feed the people,” said Donald, Food Pantry Director. “Most of us Learn More
Our 2020 turkey drive was incredibly successful! Thanks to the support of CFBNJ staff, volunteers, local agencies, corporate partners and community members, we collected... 2,583 Turkeys // 25,717 Pounds of Food Check out a quick highlight reel below. Didn't make it out to support the drive in-person? Learn More
Are you looking for a new dish to add to your table this holiday season? This easy-to-make brussel sprout recipe is a savory and healthy side that everyone will enjoy! Try it out, and follow CFBNJ on social for more recipes from our kitchen!...
Can't make it out to our Turkey Drive in person? Donate online to support our Virtual Turkey Drive. Help us ensure that every New Jersey family has what they need for a special Thanksgiving meal. Last year, we gathered nearly 44,000 pounds of food and about Learn More
On September 30, the Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) released a special report about the impact of COVID-19 on hunger in New Jersey. The report, titled “COVID-19’s Impact on Food Insecurity in New Jersey,” uses statistical projections from Feeding America to examine anticipated increases to food insecurity across the state in 2020 and to advance recommendations for...
Looking for a healthy fall dish? This spaghetti squash recipe is rich in nutrients and loaded with flavor using fresh seasonal ingredients. Try it out and let us know what you think, and follow CFBNJ on social for more recipes from our kitchen!...
During our 2020 fiscal year (July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020), the Community FoodBank of New Jersey provided enough food to support more than 66 million nutritious meals. This is an incredible achievement, but there is still more work to be done. Due to Learn More
Have you visited one of CFBNJ's drive-through distributions? Members of our Healthy Pantry Initiative, part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), have provided some creative ideas on how to prepare and use the items that you may have received in your emergency food and produce...
This nutritious, easy-to-make dish is a great addition to any cook’s repertoire. It puts an Asian flare on a classic meal to create unique flavors that everyone will love. Follow us on social for more recipes from our kitchen!...
Dear Friend, Every day, CFBNJ is on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, providing food, help, and hope to those in need during this unprecedented time. And today, we give thanks to YOU for making it all possible! I don't have the words to express my gratitude for Learn More