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

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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.

Bake For Good

SOUPER Bowl Saturday

24-Hour Pack-a-Thon

Blue Jean Ball

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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.

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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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Highlights

Turkey Drive 2024 – November 23rd & 24th

Turkey Drive 2024 – November 23rd & 24th 1400 613 CFBNJ

In New Jersey nearly 1 million people struggle with food insecurity. Help our hungry neighbors this Thanksgiving. In partnership with CBS New York, last year’s Turkey Drive gathered over 35,000 pounds of…

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donor advised funds

How to Use Donor Advised Funds to Support Local Nonprofits

How to Use Donor Advised Funds to Support Local Nonprofits 1500 700 CFBNJ

At the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, we witness firsthand the difference that local nonprofits make every day. Whether it’s providing meals to families in need, supporting education initiatives, or…

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Community FoodBank of New Jersey Mourns the Passing of its Founder, Kathleen DiChiara

Community FoodBank of New Jersey Mourns the Passing of its Founder, Kathleen DiChiara 1280 550 CFBNJ

State’s largest anti-hunger, anti-poverty organization honors a legacy of leadership and service  HILLSIDE, NJ — October 14, 2024 The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) mourns the passing of its…

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CFBNJ Webinar Q & A

CFBNJ’s 2024 Impact And Strategic Outlook For 2025 – Webinar Q&A

CFBNJ’s 2024 Impact And Strategic Outlook For 2025 – Webinar Q&A 1280 550 CFBNJ

Recently, CFBNJ President & CEO Elizabeth McCarthy held a live webinar to discuss CFBNJ’s 2024 impact and strategic outlook for 2025, as well as answer questions from the audience. Donors,…

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Introducing The Community FoodBank of New Jersey’s Nutrition Policy

Introducing The Community FoodBank of New Jersey’s Nutrition Policy 1280 550 CFBNJ

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…

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Farm Partner Spotlight: Ramblin Sol

Farm Partner Spotlight: Ramblin Sol 1280 550 CFBNJ

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…

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

5 Fall Recipes

5 Fall Recipes 1280 550 CFBNJ

Cooler temperatures mean it’s time for recipes that keep you cozy. CFBNJ’s Nutrition Education team releases healthy, budget-friendly recipes and nutrition advice regularly. Here are some that are perfect for…

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10 Ways to Take Action Against Hunger

10 Ways to Take Action Against Hunger 1280 550 CFBNJ

Have you ever had your car’s gas light come on in an unfamiliar place? You’re not sure how or when you’ll find the nearest gas station. Without fuel, you can’t…

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