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.

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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Press Releases

Community FoodBank of New Jersey Raises More than $1.6 Million at its 2025 Blue Jean Ball

Community FoodBank of New Jersey Raises More than $1.6 Million at its 2025 Blue Jean Ball 1280 550 CFBNJ

Milestone 50th anniversary celebration honors New Jersey hunger relief champions  HILLSIDE, NJ – June 13, 2025   On Thursday, June 12, approximately 400 guests attended the Community FoodBank of New Jersey’s…

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Community FoodBank of New Jersey Surpasses Fundraising Goal at Seventh Annual Night of 300,000 Meals, Supporting Hunger Relief in South Jersey

Community FoodBank of New Jersey Surpasses Fundraising Goal at Seventh Annual Night of 300,000 Meals, Supporting Hunger Relief in South Jersey 1280 550 CFBNJ

State’s largest anti-hunger, anti-poverty organization brought the community together to raise critical funds  EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ – May 13, 2025  The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) proudly announced…

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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 Host Night of 300,000 Meals for Hunger Relief in South Jersey

Community FoodBank of New Jersey to Host Night of 300,000 Meals for Hunger Relief in South Jersey 1280 550 CFBNJ

State’s largest anti-hunger, anti-poverty organization will bring local chefs, businesses, and the South Jersey community together for an unforgettable evening EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ – March 18, 2025 The Community…

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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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Community FoodBank of New Jersey Appoints New Chief Development Officer

Community FoodBank of New Jersey Appoints New Chief Development Officer 1280 550 CFBNJ

Michelle Karem to lead fundraising at the state’s largest anti-hunger, anti-poverty organization  HILLSIDE, NJ — January 8, 2025 The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) is pleased to announce that…

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Community FoodBank of New Jersey Partners with DoorDash’s Project DASH to Reach Food Insecure Seniors in Atlantic City

Community FoodBank of New Jersey Partners with DoorDash’s Project DASH to Reach Food Insecure Seniors in Atlantic City 1280 550 CFBNJ

New initiative made possible through funding from the NJEDA’s Atlantic City Food Security Grant Program HILLSIDE, NJ — December 4, 2024 The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ), the state’s…

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Community FoodBank of New Jersey Hosts Ninth Annual Women Fighting Hunger Luncheon to Support Communities in Need

Community FoodBank of New Jersey Hosts Ninth Annual Women Fighting Hunger Luncheon to Support Communities in Need 1280 550 CFBNJ

Beloved annual event raises awareness and funds for hunger-relief, featuring Melissa Clark  HILLSIDE, NJ — November 5, 2024 The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) hosted its Ninth Annual Women…

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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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Fourth Annual #GreatBigDiaperDrive to Combat Diaper Need in New Jersey

Fourth Annual #GreatBigDiaperDrive to Combat Diaper Need in New Jersey 1280 550 CFBNJ

Community FoodBank of New Jersey collects diaper products in coordination with Diaper Need Awareness Week HILLSIDE, NJ — September 24, 2024 The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ), the state’s…

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