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

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

50 Stories For 50 Years

Linda Loria, Donor Services Coordinator

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For Linda Loria, making a difference has always been her guiding principle. After spending over 30 years in corporate roles, she was looking for something more meaningful, and she found it when she joined the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. “After working in corporate for over 30 years, I feel for once, I truly make…

Chick DiAmbrosio, Former Board Member

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For Chick DiAmbrosio, the Community FoodBank of New Jersey is more than just an organization; it’s a second home, a place where he found purpose and community. Chick’s journey to CFBNJ began with hardship. “I went bankrupt during the late 1970s. We struggled, raising three children, and there were times when we had only 49…

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy

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For 50 years, CFBNJ has supported countless families in need with food for nutritious meals. But we can’t address the root causes of hunger without government advocates, like Governor Phil Murphy. For years, Governor Murphy has championed the FoodBank’s mission, making anti-hunger legislation a Statehouse priority and even volunteering his own time to make a…

Daryl Walker, Production Manager

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Daryl Walker grew up in a tough environment in New Brunswick, where he faced the challenges of living in a home marked by substance abuse and financial hardship. “I grew up with my mom and father on drugs,” he recalled. “At around 10 years old I started to get into trouble while I was trying…

New Jersey Assembly Speaker Craig J. Coughlin

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New Jersey Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin fondly reflects on his relationship with the Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) and his commitment to addressing hunger, a cause he has championed since taking office. “One of my first actions as Speaker was to meet with the FoodBank,” he recalled. “I walked into their building and felt…

Wendy Lazarus, Former Board Member & Women Fighting Hunger Founding Member

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Wendy Lazarus’s journey with CFBNJ began during her tenure at Pfizer, where her role in community relations connected her with the organization. “I worked in community relations and public affairs at Pfizer,” Wendy recalled. “We partnered with the FoodBank to address childhood hunger through their Kids Cafe program, an extremely rewarding project.” Her passion for…

Faye Kuhn, Retired Director of Volunteer Services

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Faye Kuhn’s job at the FoodBank was the third job of her life. She originally started out in real estate development but left after a while to raise a family. Between being part of her community, going to church, and being involved with school, she got a job at CFBNJ. She felt that this position…

Robert Bildner, Former CFBNJ Board Chair

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Robert Bildner met Kathleen DiChiara early in the Community FoodBank of New Jersey’s history, shortly after it moved from the back of her station wagon to its first building in Newark. Robert, a lawyer who founded RLB Food Distributors, a perishable food distributor and food manufacturer, quickly became a key supporter and advocate for the…

Lois Bennett, Founder/Director, Feeding Hands

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Lois Bennett never imagined she would end up running one of the largest food pantries in New Jersey. But looking back now, it makes perfect sense. Her journey started with a deep understanding of struggle. “Two of my three kids were born with a genetic condition that was supposed to kill them before they left…

David Goldstein, Former CFBNJ Vice President of Operations

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David Goldstein’s career spans over 46 years and has taken him from corporate roles at UPS to leadership positions in food banks across multiple states, including his work at CFBNJ. From when he joined CFBNJ in November 2018 until he left in early 2025, David’s vast experience helped elevate the organization’s operations. David’s passion for…

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