About last night… Center for Food Action had the distinct honor of welcoming the Chapin Singers to the Bergen Performing Arts Center. This was a full-circle moment for our beloved organization as we acknowledge 48 years of service in northern, NJ. You see, a grant from...
On Friday, April 12th Center for Food Action's New Choice Pantry in Mahwah, NJ opened! This pantry is designed to provide a dignified and inclusive experience, allowing guests to select food items based on their individual and cultural preferences. What is our choice pantry and why...
Dear Supporters, On May 4th, 2024, Center for Food Action raised over $35,000 at our third annual Run/Walk to Combat Hunger. Two hundred runners and walkers came to Overpeck County Park to join CFA in our mission to help those in need in our area. From the lively...
CFA is proud to be included as one of the first-ever grant recipients of the Food Security Access Fund, a collaborative, cross-sector fund led by The Tepper Foundation and the New Jersey Office of the Food Security Advocate. CFA will receive Grant Navigator Support to...
As Mother’s Day approaches, we ask again for your support in helping families in desperate need of diapers for their babies and toddlers. As you may know, diapers are a crucial and often overlooked necessity for young children. Unfortunately, many families struggle to afford diapers, which can lead to significant health and wellness issues for their children. At CFA’s food pantry, we frequently see parents who...
Center for Food Action in New Jersey began when the late singer Harry Chapin and radio host Bill Ayres, two long-time friends, initiated a grassroots movement to combat the root cause of hunger, poverty, and injustice. CFA’s founding is credited to a grant from these two musical icons. Harry’s family continues to work in the fight against food insecurity. Join us in honoring the Chapin Family on Wednesday, May 15th at their...
