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Learn more about our mission & how we help our hungry neighbors.","importantText","Community FoodBank of New Jersey - Providing Food, Help & Hope - CFBNJ \n\n \n\n* [![en](/wp-content/plugins/gtranslate/flags/svg/en-us.svg)](# \"English\")[![es](/wp-content/plugins/gtranslate/flags/svg/es.svg)](# \"Spanish\")[![ht](/wp-content/plugins/gtranslate/flags/svg/ht.svg)](# \"Haitian Creole\")\n \n \n \n Δ\n \n* * [CAREERS](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/careers/)\n * [PARTNER PORTAL](https://cfbnj.org/partner-portal/)\n * [FIND FOOD](/find-foods-services/)\n * [DONATE](https://www.cfbnj.org/?form=FUNHJQZBJRA)\n \n* [](#eut-search-modal)\n\n [![CFBNJ](//cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CFBNJ-Pride-50-Logo.png)![CFBNJ](//cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CFBNJ-Pride-50-Logo.png) ![CFBNJ](//cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CFBNJ-Pride-50-Logo-For-Dark-Background.png) ![CFBNJ](//cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CFBNJ-Pride-50-Logo.png)](https://cfbnj.org/)\n\n* [Find Food](https://cfbnj.org/find-foods-services/)\n* [Get Help](https://cfbnj.org/find-foods-services/)\n* [Take Action](https://cfbnj.org/take-action/)\n* [Volunteer](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer)\n* [Our Story](https://cfbnj.org/about-us/)\n* \n* [Donate](https://www.cfbnj.org/?form=FUNHJQZBJRA)\n\n* \n* [Free Food & Services](https://cfbnj.org/find-foods-services/)\n* \n* [Apply for Food Assistance](https://cfbnj.org/apply-for-snap/)\n* \n* [Job Training](https://cfbnj.org/job-training/)\n* \n* [Healthy Recipes](https://cfbnj.org/category/nutrition-recipes/)\n\nLearn More\n\nFree Food & Services\n--------------------\n\nFree Food & Services\n\nFind a food pantry near you and explore the free services that can help you and your family.\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/find-foods-services/)\n\nLearn More\n\nApply for Food Assistance\n-------------------------\n\nApply for food assistance programs\n\nGet free help applying for food assistance programs and accessing the benefits available to you and your family.\n\n[Apply For WIC](https://cfbnj.org/women-infants-children-wic-faq/) \n\n[Apply For SNAP](https://cfbnj.org/apply-for-snap/)\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/apply-for-snap/)\n\nLearn More\n\nJob Training\n------------\n\nJob Training\n\nSign up for one of CFBNJ’s free job training programs that can prepare you for a career in the culinary or logistics industries.\n\n* **[Food Service Training Academy](https://cfbnj.org/job-training/#cul-train)**\n* **[Workforce Logistics Training Program](https://cfbnj.org/job-training/#culinary-job-con-left)**\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/job-training/)\n\nLearn More\n\nHealthy Recipes\n---------------\n\nHealthy Recipes\n\nHealthy 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.\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/category/nutrition-recipes/)\n\n* \n* [Donate](https://cfbnj.org/donate-now/)\n* \n* [Volunteer](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/)\n* \n* [Advocate](https://cfbnj.org/advocacy/)\n* \n* [Fundraise](https://cfbnj.org/fundraise/)\n* \n* [Donate Food & Goods](https://cfbnj.org/donate-food-goods/)\n* \n* [Make a Corporate Donation](https://cfbnj.org/make-a-corporate-donation/)\n* \n* [Events](https://cfbnj.org/events)\n* \n* [Youth](https://cfbnj.org/youth/)\n\nLearn More\n\nDonate\n------\n\nDonate\n\nLearn about all the ways to give a monetary gift, including recurring donations, planned gifts, tributes, and more to CFBNJ to lift up our neighbors.\n\n* **[Donate Now](/donate-now/#give-now)**\n* **[Give A Recurring Gift](https://cfbnj.org/donate-now/#give-a-reaccuring-donation)**\n* **[Honor and Memorial Tributes](https://cfbnj.org/donate-now/#give-in-tribute)**\n* **[Appreciated Security, Stocks, and DAFs](https://cfbnj.org/donate-now/#appreciated-securities)**\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/donate-now/)\n\nLearn More\n\nVolunteer\n---------\n\nVolunteer\n\nExplore 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.\n\n* [Volunteer FAQs](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/volunteer-faqs/)\n* [Sign Up](https://cfbnj.volunteerhub.com/vv2/)\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/)\n\nLearn More\n\nAdvocate\n--------\n\nAdvocate\n\nTake action to support our advocacy efforts that address the root causes of hunger and learn more about how CFBNJ collaborates with legislators.\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/advocacy/)\n\nLearn More\n\nFundraise\n---------\n\nFundraise\n\nCoordinate a virtual or in-person fundraiser with friends, family, or coworkers.\n\n* **[Host A Fundraiser](/fundraise/host-an-event/)**\n* **[Virtual Food Drives](https://give.cfbnj.org/campaign/cfbnj-virtual-food-drive-2024-2025/c594418)**\n* **[Start an Online Fundraiser](https://give.cfbnj.org/campaign/cfbnj-virtual-food-drive-2024-2025/c594418)**\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/fundraise/)\n\nLearn More\n\nDonate Food & Goods\n-------------------\n\nDonate Food & Goods\n\nOver 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.\n\n* **[Retail Food Donations](/make-a-corporate-donation/#retail-food-don)**\n* **[Host an On-Site Food Drive](/how-to-organize-a-food-drive/)**\n* **[Diaper & Period Product Drives](/donate-food-goods/product-drives/)**\n* **[Meal Kit & Packing Parties](/fundraise/meal-kits-packing-party-materials/)**\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/donate-food-goods/)\n\nLearn More\n\nMake a Corporate Donation\n-------------------------\n\nMake a Corporate Donation\n\nManufacturers, retailers, corporations, and small businesses can donate food, funds, and time.\n\n* **[Matching Gifts](https://cfbnj.org/donate-now/#matching-gifts)**\n* **[Volunteer](/volunteer/#corpo-vol-op)**\n* **[Retail Food Donations](/make-a-corporate-donation/#retail-food-dono)**\n* **[Host an On-Site Food Drive or Special Packing Party](/donate-food-goods/#host-boxes)**\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/make-a-corporate-donation/)\n\nLearn More\n\nEvents\n------\n\nEvents\n\nAttend a CFBNJ event to show your support and meet other like-minded supporters.\n\n[Blue Jean Ball](https://cfbnj.org/events/blue-jean-ball/)\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/events)\n\nLearn More\n\nYouth\n-----\n\nYouth\n\nOpportunities for youth engagement includes fundraising, food drives, and service days.\n\n* **[Students Change Hunger](https://cfbnj.org/youth/#students-change-hunger)**\n* [Teen Hunger Summit](https://cfbnj.org/events/teen-hunger-summit/)\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/youth/)\n\n* \n* [Sign Up to Volunteer](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/#special-volunteers)\n* \n* [Corporate Groups](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/#corpo-vol-op)\n* \n* [Special Volunteer Programs](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer#special-volunteers)\n* \n* [Youth](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/#youth-volunteers)\n\nLearn More\n\nSign Up to Volunteer\n--------------------\n\nSign Up to Volunteer\n\nSign up to sort and pack food with your company, family, and friends at either our Hillside or Egg Harbor locations.\n\n* **[Sign Up Now](https://cfbnj.volunteerhub.com/vv2/)**\n* **[Women Fighting Hunger](/volunteer/#women-fighting-hunger)**\n* [Emerging Leaders](/volunteer/#emerging-leaders)\n* **[The Care Crew](/volunteer/#care-crew)**\n* **[FAQs](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/volunteer-faqs/)**\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/#special-volunteers)\n\nLearn More\n\nCorporate Groups\n----------------\n\nCorporate Groups\n\nUse your next company outing to give back to your community.\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/#corpo-vol-op)\n\nLearn More\n\nSpecial Volunteer Programs\n--------------------------\n\nSpecial Volunteer Programs\n\nView the opportunities available for regular volunteers to level up their participation at CFBNJ.\n\n* [Women Fighting Hunger](/volunteer/#women-fighting-hunger)\n* [Emerging Leaders](/volunteer/#emerging-leaders)\n* [The Care Crew](/volunteer/#care-crew)\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer#special-volunteers)\n\nLearn More\n\nYouth\n-----\n\nSpecial Volunteer Programs\n\nOpportunities for youth engagement includes fundraising, food drives, and service days.\n\n* [Students Change Hunger](/youth/#students-change-hunger)\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/#youth-volunteers)\n\n* \n* [About Us](https://cfbnj.org/about-us/)\n* \n* [Our Programs](/our-programs/)\n* \n* [How a FoodBank Works](/our-story/how-a-foodbank-works/)\n* \n* [Leadership](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/leadership/)\n* \n* [Annual Report & Financials](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/annual-report-financials/)\n* \n* [Careers](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/careers/)\n* \n* [News & Press](https://cfbnj.org/news/)\n* [Our Locations](/our-story/cfbnj-locations/)\n* \n* [Strategic Plan](/our-story/strategic-plan/)\n\nLearn More\n\nAbout Us\n--------\n\nAbout Us\n\nDiscover how our journey began almost 50 years ago, and how we are committed to ending hunger in New Jersey.\n\n* [CFBNJ 50th Anniversary](https://cfbnj.org/cfbnj-50/)\n* [Hunger in New Jersey](/about-us/#hunger-in-nj)\n* [Our History](/about-us/#our-history)\n* [Mission, Vision, and Values](/about-us/#mission-vision-values)\n* [General FAQs](/our-story/faqs-cfbnj/)\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/about-us/)\n\nLearn More\n\nOur Programs\n------------\n\nLearn about what we do to help our neighbors in need.\n\nLearn about what we do to help our neighbors in need.\n\n* [Nutrition Policy](https://cfbnj.org/nutrition-policy/)\n\n[Learn More](/our-programs/)\n\nLearn More\n\nHow a FoodBank Works\n--------------------\n\nHow a FoodBank Works\n\nUnderstand how food and hygiene supplies get from our two warehouses to your community.\n\n[Learn More](/our-story/how-a-foodbank-works/)\n\nLearn More\n\nLeadership\n----------\n\nLeadership\n\nMeet our executive leadership team and Board of Directors.\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/leadership/)\n\nLearn More\n\nAnnual Report & Financials\n--------------------------\n\nAnnual Report & Financials\n\nGet a clear picture of our finances, how our programs impact the community, and how it all ties together.\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/annual-report-financials/)\n\nLearn More\n\nCareers\n-------\n\nCareers\n\nCheck out our career opportunities and don’t miss a chance to put your talents to work for a great purpose.\n\n[Internships Available](https://cfbnj.org/internship/)\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/careers/)\n\nLearn More\n\nNews & Press\n------------\n\nKeep up to date with the latest news about our work to end hunger.\n\nKeep up to date with the latest news about our work to end hunger.\n\n* [Blog](/blog/)\n\n[Learn More](https://cfbnj.org/news/)\n\nOur Locations\n-------------\n\nLocations\n\nWe have locations in Hillside and Egg Harbor Township, each with their own events and volunteering opportunities.\n\n* [Hillside](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/cfbnj-locations/#hillside)\n* [Egg Harbor Township](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/cfbnj-locations/#eggharbor)\n* [Garfield Unity Pantry](https://cfbnj.org/garfield-unity-pantry/)\n\n[Learn More](/our-story/cfbnj-locations/)\n\nLearn More\n\nStrategic Plan\n--------------\n\nStrategic Plan\n\nExplore the roadmap of the future of CFBNJ and how we plan on helping hungry neighbors going forward.\n\n[Learn More](/our-story/strategic-plan/)\n\n[![CFBNJ](//cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/CFBNJ-Pride-50-Logo.png)](https://cfbnj.org/)\n\n[Menu](#eut-hidden-menu)\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Screen-Shot-2023-09-08-at-3.02.51-PM.png)\n\nDONATE\n\n](#)\n\nTo find food near you:\n\n FIND FOOD\n\nIn These Uncertain Times,\n-------------------------\n\nOur Neighbors Need Our Help\n---------------------------\n\nNow More Than Ever\n------------------\n\n[Donate Now](https://www.cfbnj.org/?form=FUNZCFJWKYC)\n\n![Hungry Neighbor](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/May-Mobile.jpg \"Hungry Neighbor\")\n\nIn these uncertain times,\n-------------------------\n\nour neighbors need our help\n---------------------------\n\nnow more than ever\n------------------\n\n[Donate Now](https://www.cfbnj.org/?form=FUNZCFJWKYC)\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/find-food.svg)\n\n### Find Food\n\nLocate food pantries, soup kitchens and other resources for you and your family.\n\n[Find Food](/find-foods-services/)\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/take-action.svg)\n\n### Take Action\n\nServe your community by volunteering, advocating, hosting a drive and more.\n\n[Take Action](/take-action)\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Donate.png)\n\n### Donate Today\n\nNew Monthly Pledges DOUBLED\n\n \n \n[Donate](https://www.cfbnj.org/?form=FUNHVNMFAVN)\n\n### We serve as a champion for addressing root causes of hunger, delivering neighbor-centric solutions, and fostering collaborative partnerships across all sectors of society for New Jersey.\n\nOur Impact\n----------\n\n### More than 47 million people in the US are food insecure. Nearly **1.1 million** of them, including over **270,000** children, reside in New Jersey. See how we’re helping hungry neighbors in your community with food, help, and hope.\n\n[About Us](/about-us/)\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Homepage1.gif)\n\nHighlights\n----------\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-8-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/statement-from-new-jersey-food-banks-on-proposed-cuts-to-snap-in-house-reconciliation-bill/)\n\n[\n\n##### Statement from New Jersey Food Banks on Proposed Cuts to SNAP in House Reconciliation Bill\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/statement-from-new-jersey-food-banks-on-proposed-cuts-to-snap-in-house-reconciliation-bill/)Statement from New Jersey Food Banks on Proposed Cuts to SNAP in House Reconciliation Bill https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-8.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-8.jpg May 16, 2025 May 20, 2025\n\nStatement from Elizabeth McCarthy, President & CEO, Community FoodBank of New Jersey; Fred Wasiak, President & CEO, Food Bank of South Jersey; Triada Stampas, President & CEO, Fulfill; Bernie Flynn, CEO, Mercer Street Friends; and Mark Valli, CEO, Norwescap As the leaders of New Jersey’s five Feeding America food banks, we have seen up close…\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bruce-Springsteen-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/bruce-springsteen-cfbnj-supporter/)\n\n[\n\n##### Bruce Springsteen, CFBNJ Supporter\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/bruce-springsteen-cfbnj-supporter/)Bruce Springsteen, CFBNJ Supporter https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bruce-Springsteen.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bruce-Springsteen.jpg May 16, 2025 June 5, 2025\n\nWith 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 more than 40 years, and his relationship with founder Kathleen DiChiara was a meaningful one. Together, they shared…\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SNAP-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/meet-our-neighbors-who-receive-snap/)\n\n[\n\n##### Meet Our Neighbors Who Receive SNAP\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/meet-our-neighbors-who-receive-snap/)Meet Our Neighbors Who Receive SNAP https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SNAP.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SNAP.jpg May 15, 2025 May 20, 2025\n\nMillions rely on SNAP to put food on the table, but their stories often go untold. Get to know a few of our neighbors who receive benefits, and learn more about the challenges they face and why SNAP is so critical. Act Now to Protect SNAP Meet Anny For Anny and her family, SNAP isn’t…\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-7-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/food-insecurity-in-new-jersey-a-dramatic-rise-since-the-pandemic/)\n\n[\n\n##### Food Insecurity in New Jersey: A Dramatic Rise Since the Pandemic\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/food-insecurity-in-new-jersey-a-dramatic-rise-since-the-pandemic/)Food Insecurity in New Jersey: A Dramatic Rise Since the Pandemic https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-7.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-7.jpg May 13, 2025 May 14, 2025\n\nNew data from Feeding America reveals a troubling reality: nearly 1.1 million people in New Jersey are food insecure — a staggering 65% increase since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Among them are more than 270,000 children, as child food insecurity has soared by 54%. These figures come from Map the Meal Gap,…\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-8-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/statement-from-new-jersey-food-banks-on-proposed-cuts-to-snap-in-house-reconciliation-bill/)\n\n[\n\n##### Statement from New Jersey Food Banks on Proposed Cuts to SNAP in House Reconciliation Bill\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/statement-from-new-jersey-food-banks-on-proposed-cuts-to-snap-in-house-reconciliation-bill/)Statement from New Jersey Food Banks on Proposed Cuts to SNAP in House Reconciliation Bill https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-8.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-8.jpg May 16, 2025 May 20, 2025\n\nStatement from Elizabeth McCarthy, President & CEO, Community FoodBank of New Jersey; Fred Wasiak, President & CEO, Food Bank of South Jersey; Triada Stampas, President & CEO, Fulfill; Bernie Flynn, CEO, Mercer Street Friends; and Mark Valli, CEO, Norwescap As the leaders of New Jersey’s five Feeding America food banks, we have seen up close…\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bruce-Springsteen-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/bruce-springsteen-cfbnj-supporter/)\n\n[\n\n##### Bruce Springsteen, CFBNJ Supporter\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/bruce-springsteen-cfbnj-supporter/)Bruce Springsteen, CFBNJ Supporter https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bruce-Springsteen.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bruce-Springsteen.jpg May 16, 2025 June 5, 2025\n\nWith 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 more than 40 years, and his relationship with founder Kathleen DiChiara was a meaningful one. Together, they shared…\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SNAP-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/meet-our-neighbors-who-receive-snap/)\n\n[\n\n##### Meet Our Neighbors Who Receive SNAP\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/meet-our-neighbors-who-receive-snap/)Meet Our Neighbors Who Receive SNAP https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SNAP.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SNAP.jpg May 15, 2025 May 20, 2025\n\nMillions rely on SNAP to put food on the table, but their stories often go untold. Get to know a few of our neighbors who receive benefits, and learn more about the challenges they face and why SNAP is so critical. Act Now to Protect SNAP Meet Anny For Anny and her family, SNAP isn’t…\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-7-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/food-insecurity-in-new-jersey-a-dramatic-rise-since-the-pandemic/)\n\n[\n\n##### Food Insecurity in New Jersey: A Dramatic Rise Since the Pandemic\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/food-insecurity-in-new-jersey-a-dramatic-rise-since-the-pandemic/)Food Insecurity in New Jersey: A Dramatic Rise Since the Pandemic https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-7.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-7.jpg May 13, 2025 May 14, 2025\n\nNew data from Feeding America reveals a troubling reality: nearly 1.1 million people in New Jersey are food insecure — a staggering 65% increase since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Among them are more than 270,000 children, as child food insecurity has soared by 54%. These figures come from Map the Meal Gap,…\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-8-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/statement-from-new-jersey-food-banks-on-proposed-cuts-to-snap-in-house-reconciliation-bill/)\n\n[\n\n##### Statement from New Jersey Food Banks on Proposed Cuts to SNAP in House Reconciliation Bill\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/statement-from-new-jersey-food-banks-on-proposed-cuts-to-snap-in-house-reconciliation-bill/)Statement from New Jersey Food Banks on Proposed Cuts to SNAP in House Reconciliation Bill https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-8.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-8.jpg May 16, 2025 May 20, 2025\n\nStatement from Elizabeth McCarthy, President & CEO, Community FoodBank of New Jersey; Fred Wasiak, President & CEO, Food Bank of South Jersey; Triada Stampas, President & CEO, Fulfill; Bernie Flynn, CEO, Mercer Street Friends; and Mark Valli, CEO, Norwescap As the leaders of New Jersey’s five Feeding America food banks, we have seen up close…\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bruce-Springsteen-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/bruce-springsteen-cfbnj-supporter/)\n\n[\n\n##### Bruce Springsteen, CFBNJ Supporter\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/bruce-springsteen-cfbnj-supporter/)Bruce Springsteen, CFBNJ Supporter https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bruce-Springsteen.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bruce-Springsteen.jpg May 16, 2025 June 5, 2025\n\nWith 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 more than 40 years, and his relationship with founder Kathleen DiChiara was a meaningful one. Together, they shared…\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SNAP-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/meet-our-neighbors-who-receive-snap/)\n\n[\n\n##### Meet Our Neighbors Who Receive SNAP\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/meet-our-neighbors-who-receive-snap/)Meet Our Neighbors Who Receive SNAP https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SNAP.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SNAP.jpg May 15, 2025 May 20, 2025\n\nMillions rely on SNAP to put food on the table, but their stories often go untold. Get to know a few of our neighbors who receive benefits, and learn more about the challenges they face and why SNAP is so critical. Act Now to Protect SNAP Meet Anny For Anny and her family, SNAP isn’t…\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-7-560x420.jpg)](https://cfbnj.org/food-insecurity-in-new-jersey-a-dramatic-rise-since-the-pandemic/)\n\n[\n\n##### Food Insecurity in New Jersey: A Dramatic Rise Since the Pandemic\n\n](https://cfbnj.org/food-insecurity-in-new-jersey-a-dramatic-rise-since-the-pandemic/)Food Insecurity in New Jersey: A Dramatic Rise Since the Pandemic https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-7.jpg 1280 550 CFBNJ CFBNJ https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/New-Site-General-Blog-Headers-7.jpg May 13, 2025 May 14, 2025\n\nNew data from Feeding America reveals a troubling reality: nearly 1.1 million people in New Jersey are food insecure — a staggering 65% increase since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Among them are more than 270,000 children, as child food insecurity has soared by 54%. These figures come from Map the Meal Gap,…\n\nprev\n\nnext\n\nHow You Can Help\n----------------\n\n[\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screen-Shot-2023-10-04-at-9.28.50-AM.png)\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screen-Shot-2023-10-04-at-9.31.12-AM.png)\n\n](/donate-now/)\n\n### [Donate](/donate-now/)\n\n[\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screen-Shot-2023-10-04-at-9.29.08-AM.png)\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screen-Shot-2023-10-04-at-9.31.35-AM.png)\n\n](/volunteer/)\n\n### Volunteer\n\n[\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screen-Shot-2023-10-04-at-9.29.30-AM.png)\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screen-Shot-2023-10-04-at-9.31.58-AM.png)\n\n](/advocacy/)\n\n### Advocate\n\n[\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screen-Shot-2023-10-04-at-9.30.00-AM.png)\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screen-Shot-2023-10-04-at-9.32.25-AM.png)\n\n](/fundraise)\n\n### Fundraise\n\n[\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screen-Shot-2023-10-04-at-9.30.16-AM.png)\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screen-Shot-2023-10-04-at-9.32.58-AM.png)\n\n](/events/)\n\n### Events\n\nFOOD\n====\n\nHELP\n====\n\nHOPE\n====\n\nStay **Informed** About The Community FoodBank Of New Jersey\n------------------------------------------------------------\n\nSign up to receive updates, resources, and ways to get involved.\n\nFree food and services\n----------------------\n\n### Find a Food Pantry\n\nWhether you’re looking for food assistance or other services, we can help. Find a food pantry near you by entering your ZIP code. You can view hours, addresses and information for all of our food pantries, meal programs and distribution partners. [Enter Your ZIP Code](/find-foods-services/#map-section)\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Food-Nutrition-Programs.jpg)](/apply-for-snap/)\n\nAPPLY\n\n### [Apply for Food Assistance: SNAP, WIC, School Meals](/apply-for-snap/)\n\n[![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Food-Nutrition-Programs-1.jpg)](/job-training/ \"Job Training\")\n\nAPPLY\n\n### [Job Training](/job-training/)\n\nStay **Informed** About The Community FoodBank Of New Jersey\n------------------------------------------------------------\n\nSign up to receive updates, resources, and ways to get involved.\n\n![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/White-50-Logo.png)\n\n[Headquarters](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/cfbnj-locations/#hillside) \n31 Evans Terminal \nHillside, NJ 07205 \n[(908) 355-3663](tel:\$908\$ 355-3663)\n\n[Egg Harbor Township](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/cfbnj-locations/#eggharbor) \n6735 Black Horse Pike \nEgg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234 \n[(609) 383-8843](tel:\$609\$ 383-8843)\n\n[Community Assistance Pantry](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/cfbnj-locations/#pantryhours) \n6735 Black Horse Pike \nEgg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234 \n[(908) 418-8716](tel:9084188716)\n\n[Garfield Unity Pantry](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/cfbnj-locations/#garfield) \n529 Midland Ave. \nGarfield, NJ 07026 \n[(973) 245-9579](tel:\$973\$ 245-9579)\n\n* #### [Find Food](https://cfbnj.org/find-foods-services/)\n \n* #### [Partner Portal](/partner-portal/)\n \n\n#### get help\n\n* [Free Food & Services](https://cfbnj.org/find-foods-services/)\n* [Apply for Food Assistance](https://cfbnj.org/apply-for-snap/)\n* [Job Training](https://cfbnj.org/job-training/)\n* [Healthy Recipes](https://cfbnj.org/category/nutrition-recipes/)\n\n#### Take Action\n\n* [Donate](https://cfbnj.org/donate-now/)\n* [Volunteer](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/)\n* [Advocate](https://cfbnj.org/advocacy/)\n* [Fundraise](https://cfbnj.org/fundraise/)\n* [Donate Food & Goods](/donate-food-goods/)\n* [Make a Corporate Donation](https://cfbnj.org/make-a-corporate-donation/)\n* [Events](https://cfbnj.org/events/)\n* [Youth](https://cfbnj.org/youth/)\n\n#### Volunteer\n\n* [Sign Up to Volunteer](https://cfbnj.volunteerhub.com/vv2/)\n* [Corporate Groups](https://cfbnj.org/volunteer/#corpo-vol-op)\n* [Special Volunteer Programs](volunteer/#special-volunteers)\n* [Youth](/volunteer/#youth-volunteers)\n\n#### Our Story\n\n* [About Us](/about-us/)\n* [Our Programs](/our-programs/)\n* [Equity, Diversity & Inclusion](#)\n* [How a Food Bank Works](/our-story/how-a-foodbank-works/)\n* [General FAQs](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/faqs-cfbnj/)\n* [Leadership](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/leadership/)\n* [Annual Report & Financials](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/annual-report-financials/)\n* [Careers](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/careers/)\n* [Blog](/blog/)\n* [News & Press](https://cfbnj.org/news/)\n* [Strategic Plan](https://cfbnj.org/our-story/strategic-plan/)\n* [Nutrition Policy](https://cfbnj.org/nutrition-policy/)\n\n ![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Partner-Food-Bank-of-FA_1-c-White.png)![](https://cfbnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Frame-254.png)\n\n[LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT](https://cfbnj.org/cfbnj-land-acknowledgement/)[PRIVACY POLICY](https://cfbnj.org/privacy-policy/) \n[CONTACT US](https://cfbnj.org/contact-us/)\n\n* [](https://twitter.com/cfbnj)\n* [](https://www.facebook.com/cfbnj)\n* [](https://www.instagram.com/cfbnj/)\n* [](https://www.linkedin.com/company/community-foodbank-of-nj/)\n* [](https://www.youtube.com/user/njfoodbank)\n* [](https://www.tiktok.com/@communityfoodbanknj)\n\nNJ food banks and CFBNJ’s Partner Distribution Organizations: FoodBank of South Jersey, Fulfill Monmouth & Ocean, Mercer Street Friends, NORWESCAP.\n\n©2024 Community FoodBank of New Jersey. All rights reserved. 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