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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
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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Our 50th anniversary in 2025 marks a monumental milestone—a time to reflect with pride on our journey, which began in 1975 when our late founder, Kathleen DiChiara, distributed food from her station wagon in Newark. As we celebrate this achievement, we also look forward to the next 50 years, working toward our vision of a hunger-free New Jersey.

Our 50th anniversary in 2025 marks a monumental milestone—a time to reflect with pride on our journey, which began in 1975 when our late founder, Kathleen DiChiara, distributed food from her station wagon in Newark. As we celebrate this achievement, we also look forward to the next 50 years, working toward our vision of a hunger-free New Jersey.

Building Healthier Communities for 50 Years

For 50 years, the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, together with our dedicated community partners, volunteers and donors, has worked to fill the emptiness caused by hunger with food, help and hope. In that time, CFBNJ has grown to become the largest anti-hunger, anti-poverty organization in the state. We’ve helped put the issue of food insecurity on the map and transformed the lives of millions.

As we celebrate this milestone, we’re also looking ahead. With your continued support, we can build healthier communities where every New Jersey neighbor has enough nutritious food to eat—and together, we can end hunger in our state.

Celebrating 50 Years of Impact

We supplied for more than

1 BILLION MEALS

of nutritious food ​to neighbors in need

We equipped over

3,000 FSTA STUDENTS

with essential job skills, offering them a second chance at success

We empower over

800 PARTNERS

who provide vital services and nourishment to those in need within their local communities

FSTA Graduation

In celebration of CFBNJ’s 50th anniversary, an anonymous donor is stepping up to DOUBLE all new monthly pledges!

CFBNJ Leadership Circle
LC Federbusch
LC Dempsey
Peerless
Peerless Bverage

50 Stories For 50 Years

Larry Martin, Former Agency Relations Director
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Larry Martin reflects on his first days at the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, back when the organization was still located in a small building on Fenwick Street in Newark. Recently released after a period of incarceration, he was searching for work. A friend he met while he was in prison recommended the FoodBank.  “I…

NJBIZ: Limited Springsteen ‘Born to Run’ poster to benefit CFBNJ
 NJBIZ: Limited Springsteen ‘Born to Run’ poster to benefit CFBNJ 1280 550 CFBNJ

Jersey Proud: Community Food Bank of New Jersey serves its 1 billionth meal
Jan 11, 2024, 10:44pmUpdated on Jan 11, 2024
By: Matt Trapani and Kurt Siegelin

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The year was 1975 – Kathleen DiChiara did something that was very “Jersey Proud.” She started giving food to those in need out of the back of her station wagon.

Born to Run Turns 50 — Helps Feed New Jersey
 Born to Run Turns 50 — Helps Feed New Jersey 1366 768 CFBNJ

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 that it’s the 50th anniversary for the FoodBank as well as for Born to Run,” he said. “There’s something symbiotic going on there — it’s…

Golden Auction
CFBNJ’s Golden Auction is now live
 CFBNJ’s Golden Auction is now live 300 300 CFBNJ

We’re excited to announce that the Community FoodBank of New Jersey’s 50th anniversary Golden Auction is officially LIVE! From Thursday, June 12 at 8:00 pm through Tuesday, June 17 at 8:00 pm, you can bid on a variety of amazing prizes — while helping to nourish New Jerseyans in need. Whether you’re looking for unique…

Bruce Springsteen, CFBNJ Supporter
 Bruce Springsteen, CFBNJ Supporter 1280 550 CFBNJ

With a hungry heart for service, Bruce Springsteen has long believed that we take care of our own, a sentiment he exemplifies as a devoted friend and champion of CFBNJ. His connection to the FoodBank dates back over four decades, and his relationship with founder Kathleen DiChiara was a meaningful one. “I met Kathleen more…

Richard Brody, Former Board Chair
 Richard Brody, Former Board Chair 1280 550 CFBNJ

New Jersey native Richard Brody built his career in the food service industry, but when he found himself walking through the doors of the Community Food Bank of New Jersey for the first time, he had no idea how drastically his life — and his perspective — were about to change. It all began with…

Gleny Herlihy, Senior Director of Partner Engagement
 Gleny Herlihy, Senior Director of Partner Engagement 1280 550 CFBNJ

When Gleny Herlihy was 14 years old, she came to the United States with her family from the Dominican Republic in search of a better life and greater opportunity. Her journey has come full circle, as she now serves as Senior Director of Partner Engagement at CFBNJ, working with the organization’s community partners to help…

Anthony DiChiara, Kathleen DiChiara’s Husband
 Anthony DiChiara, Kathleen DiChiara’s Husband 1280 550 CFBNJ

By Chiara Coddington Anthony speaks with deep gratitude when remembering his wife, Kathleen DiChiara, emphasizing how much her insight in the food banking industry meant to him and so many others. He says her legacy will remain with him forever. “She was loved by all,” Anthony said, his voice filled with admiration. “Kathleen loved people,…

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