A Taste of Compassion
A publication of the Food Bank of South Jersey • Summer 2023 Edition
IN THIS ISSUE:
BEING A BETTER ADVOCATE – A NOTE FROM FRED WASIAK, PRESIDENT & CEO
Advocacy can mean many different things. A common definition is the act or process of supporting a cause or a proposal. Read more.
COPE TRAINING – INCREASING UNDERSTANDING OF LIVING IN POVERTY
SUMMER MEALS – HELPING SOUTH JERSEY YOUTH TAKE A VACATION FROM HUNGER
Throughout the summer weeks, our Summer Meals team provides nutritious food to children and teens in our four-county service area. Read more.
FBSJ KICKS OFF FARM TO NEIGHBOR PILOT PROGRAM
Recently, the Food Bank of South Jersey began an innovative partnership to bring farm-fresh produce to our neighbors. Through a community supported agriculture pilot, FBSJ invested in the growing season of Free Haven Farms. Read more.
HUNGER GAMES RECAP
After a three-year, in-person hiatus, the Food Bank Hunger Games returned in June, combining elements from popular cooking-challenge shows and tasking teams with creating healthy meals in 45 minutes using food items that we distribute to our neighbors. Read more.
