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Spanish version. Encourage parents to apply for free or reduced-price school meals.
Despite new state law, NJ drops again in school breakfast rankings
Despite a new state law requiring breakfast after the bell in high-poverty schools, New Jersey schools served breakfast to fewer students after the law went into effect, indicating that many schools were not abiding by the mandate.
Free Meals for Kids Soar During the Summer of COVID
During the summer of COVID, New Jersey communities served free meals to more children than ever before, providing much-needed nutritional support when many families faced job loss because of the…
USDA extends WIC Waivers
USDA extends WIC waivers to make it easier for pregnant women and parents of young children to receive help during COVID>
Nourishing Neighbors supports HFNJ
Want to help fight hunger? Visit your local ACME & make a donations at checkout. All donations will support our efforts to expand school breakfast to more children. This month,…
Pandemic amplifies need for summer meals for kids
The COVID pandemic has amplified the need for summer meals for children. This report tracks New Jersey's progress, while making recommendations for feeding more kids this summer.
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.
Newark leads nation on school breakfast
Newark schools ranked 5th nationwide for serving school breakfast to more kids.
HFNJ testifies at Senate hearing
Director Adele LaTourette gave lawmakers an update on school meals and other child nutrition program participation during a Senate hearing on Monday.
