Changing policy and practice
to ensure all New Jerseyans
Have Healthy Food,
Every Single Day
Fueling Change. Feeding All
Hunger haunts every corner of New Jersey. That’s why a statewide response is critical. Hunger Free New Jersey, a program of Center for Food Action, leads that effort, educating the public and decision-makers about hunger — its causes, its solutions. We mobilize diverse organizations. We push for sweeping changes so every single New Jersey resident has healthy food to eat — every single day.
Hunger & Coronavirus
News About Hunger In New Jersey
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New funding, fewer rules aim to keep people safe & fed during Coronavirus
UPDATED MARCH 30, 2020 Here is the latest information on addressing hunger during the coronavirus crisis. SNAP benefits boosted (food stamps) Included in the $2
New rule deters immigrants from seeking help
The Trump administration’s public charge rule took effect on February 24, spreading fear among immigrants who may need public assistance. Under the rule, legal immigrants
Lunch shaming bill advances
Hunger-Free Students’ Bill of Rights Act passed the state Assembly last week — a significant step toward outlawing “lunch shaming” in the Garden State.
Hunger pervasive on NJ community college campuses
Nearly 40 percent of New Jersey’s community college students face hunger, according to the #RealCollege survey released today.
Our Top Hunger Solutions
Feeding NJ Kids
Strengthening SNAP
More About Hunger in New Jersey
Hunger Facts
Thousands of New Jersey children, adults, senior citizens, veterans and others face hunger and struggle to find help. Get the facts about hunger in NJ.
College Hunger
In partnership with NJ’s colleges and universities, we are advancing solutions to campus hunger so students don't have to choose between food and school.
Senior Hunger
Seniors are particularly vulnerable to hunger. Many receive meager assistance or no aid at all. We are working on solutions to senior hunger.
Our Latest Reports & Fact Sheets
The State of NJ Afterschool Meals
REPORT | SEPTEMBER 2019
Afterschool Meals News Release
NEWS | SEPTEMBER 2019
The State of NJ Summer Meals
REPORT | MAY 2019
The State of NJ School Breakfast
REPORT | APRIL 2019
NJ Summer Meals Legislation Explainer
FACT SHEET | JANUARY 2019
Federal Food Aid Data by Congressional District
FACT SHEET | JANUARY 2020
