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
Bake For Good
Blue Jean Ball
Souperbowl Saturday
Women Fighting Hunger Luncheon

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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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What SNAP Changes Mean for NJ Families

What SNAP Changes Mean for NJ Families 1366 768 CFBNJ

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…

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Born to Run Turns 50 — Helps Feed New Jersey

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When photographer Eric Meola thinks about the 50th anniversary of Born to Run, one thing comes to mind: magic. “You know, I like to believe that it’s a magical thing…

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Kids Cafe Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Diana & Ilona

Kids Cafe Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Diana & Ilona 1280 550 CFBNJ

Diana Sohnle and Ilona Seibert have been volunteering at the Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) since March 2019, dedicating their Monday mornings to packaging food that nourishes children through…

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Three Things You Can Do to Help Save SNAP

Three Things You Can Do to Help Save SNAP 1280 550 CFBNJ

Last week, the House of Representatives voted to advance its budget reconciliation bill that includes $300 billion in cuts to SNAP and completely eliminates funding for SNAP-Ed nutrition education. At…

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Statement from New Jersey Food Banks on Proposed Cuts to SNAP in House Reconciliation Bill

Statement from New Jersey Food Banks on Proposed Cuts to SNAP in House Reconciliation Bill 1280 550 CFBNJ

Statement from Elizabeth McCarthy, President & CEO, Community FoodBank of New Jersey; Fred Wasiak, President & CEO, Food Bank of South Jersey; Triada Stampas, President & CEO, Fulfill; Bernie Flynn,…

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Meet Our Neighbors Who Receive SNAP

Meet Our Neighbors Who Receive SNAP 1280 550 CFBNJ

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…

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Community FoodBank of New Jersey to Host its Fourth Annual Period Product Drive

Community FoodBank of New Jersey to Host its Fourth Annual Period Product Drive 1280 550 CFBNJ

State’s largest food bank continues to raise awareness and donations to address period poverty  Hillside, NJ— April 29, 2025   The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) is proud to announce…

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Community FoodBank of New Jersey to Kick Off Volunteer Appreciation Month with Fourth Annual 24-Hour Pack-a-Thon

Community FoodBank of New Jersey to Kick Off Volunteer Appreciation Month with Fourth Annual 24-Hour Pack-a-Thon 1280 550 CFBNJ

State’s largest food bank will host more than 600 volunteers for a full day of non-stop packing  Hillside, NJ — March 15, 2025 The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ)…

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Advocate to Protect SNAP and Food Assistance Programs

Advocate to Protect SNAP and Food Assistance Programs 1280 550 CFBNJ

Advocate Today Advocacy for Change: Together, We Can Make a Difference At the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, our mission goes beyond just distributing food to feed families for today.…

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August is National Make a Will Month

August is National Make a Will Month 1280 550 CFBNJ

August is National Make a Will Month. Estate planning is a way to pass the spirit of philanthropy on to your family while ensuring financial benefits, and CFBNJ’s Food •…

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