The Community FoodBank of New Jersey addresses hunger as a health issue, aiming to distribute more fresh fruits and vegetables and other nutritious items among our neighbors in need. In our efforts to treat food as a prescription, we recently launched a new initiative to increase Learn More
The Community FoodBank of New Jersey hosted its inaugural Real Estate Breakfast on Wednesday, June 14, at the historic Hahne’s Building to honor Prudential Financial’s commitment to the redevelopment of its headquarters city of Newark and to the FoodBank. The FoodBank recognized Prudential’s commitment to supporting Learn More
Our free, 16-week culinary and life skills program aims to give students a “second chance” — a chance to better their lives, a chance to follow their dreams, a chance to learn something new… The Food Service Training Academy impacts these students who come from Learn More
In honor of September being Hunger Action Month™, the Atlantic City Seafood Festival will once again support the Community FoodBank of New Jersey – Southern Branch by donating a portion of the proceeds. Also, back by popular demand, the Chowder Cook-Off will benefit the FoodBank! Learn More
As summer approaches, the Community FoodBank of New Jersey is gearing up for our toughest season. During the summer months, food insecure kids lose access to school meals, often their only reliable source of healthy food. Join our efforts by attending one (or more) of Learn More
We say all too often that our work in the fight against hunger would not be possible without support from our community. Individuals, families, businesses and corporations contribute time and funds to our cause. Bank of America epitomizes a great corporate partnership, helping the FoodBank Learn More
The Trump Administration released a budget proposal that threatens the food assistance programs struggling Americans rely on to put food on the table for their families. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps families make ends meet by stretching their grocery budgets. Sometimes called “food stamps,” Learn More
Our first-ever Women Fighting Hunger Luncheon on Wednesday, May 10, was a great success! This is all thanks to our Event Sponsor Kings Food Markets, Volunteer Hour Sponsor JPMorgan Chase & Co., and support from the Luncheon’s Chairwomen and others. Attendees assembled 458 Family Packs Learn More
Nearly 80,000 of our South Jersey neighbors face hunger every day. They often skip meals to budget for other needs, making tough choices to get by. We work with more than 300 community partners to get food to people in need. But there are regions Learn More
More than 1 million of our New Jersey neighbors struggle to put food on the table for themselves and their families every day. The Community FoodBank of New Jersey works with thousands of community partners — including food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters — to Learn More