We are there for the families that need us now more than ever. We are there for the senior citizens who are at risk if they leave their homes. We are there for the suddenly unemployed who don’t know where their next meal is coming from. We are there for our food pantry and soup kitchen partners who rely on us to give them the food they need.
read moreAn important note to our agencies: For everyone’s protection – mandatory face protection is required when visiting the FoodBank. As the Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) monitors ongoing developments…
read moreIn the windswept parking lot of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in Long Branch, Roderick Sanders got out of his car and walked up to a table where volunteers wearing masks against the COVID-19 pandemic were handing out boxes of food to anyone who wanted them.
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For Carlos Rodriguez, CEO of the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, the spike in demand has been as dramatic as the arrival of the coronavirus. In a normal year, Rodriguez’s organization provides food for some 50 million meals through a network of 1,000 pantries, food kitchens and other affiliates.
read more Renowned chef and food activist Jose Andres recalled an exquisite adage from a 19th century French politician in a TV chat last week. It went like this: “The destiny of nations,” the man said, “depends on how they feed themselves.”
read moreThis nutritious snack delivers the satisfying crunch of potato chips without the negative effects on your health. High in potassium and fiber and low in calories, these sweet potato and eggplant chips are great as a midday pick-me-up or as a side with lunch. Try them out and follow us on social for more recipes from our community kitchen!
read more As shoppers hoard food and supplies from supermarkets, local food banks and food pantries are witnessing a crisis unfolding in front of them.
read moreThis nutritious snack delivers the satisfying crunch of potato chips without the negative effects on your health. High in potassium and fiber and low in calories, these sweet potato and eggplant chips are great as a midday pick-me-up or as a side with lunch. Try them out and follow us on social for more recipes from our community kitchen!
read moreWe’re proud of our rich 45-year history of accomplishments! From 1975 to 2020, take a look at how we came to be the state’s lead anti-hunger organization, delivering food, help,…
read moreIn reflecting on the Community FoodBank of New Jersey’s 45-year history, current FoodBank President & CEO Carlos Rodriguez sat down with our Founder, Kathleen DiChiara, and long-time food banker Cathy…
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