News, Events & Stories
Aug 1, 2023
Remembering Jan Curran, Volunteer Extraordinaire
TASK reflects on the contributions of one of our most dedicated advocates
“She was most proud of her children. Second, her grandchildren. Third, TASK.” That’s how Ernie Curran remembers his late wife,…
Jul 6, 2023
TASK is Food First & Much More
Why Our Longtime Model of Care is Trending Nationally
At TASK, we often say that hope begins with a meal. Individuals come to us because they are hungry, but…
Jul 3, 2023
New Liaison for TASK’s Community Meal Sites
Community-driven care is a top priority as demand for food and services grows
As hunger continues to surge nationwide, this has meant explosive growth for the TASK community meal site program – where…
May 10, 2023
Hunger Is a Big Problem, and Soup Kitchens Are Thinking Bigger
A message from Joyce Campbell, TASK's Executive Director
A recent edition of Food Bank News featured a guest opinion written by Brian Greene, CEO of the Houston Food…
May 1, 2023
Supporter Spotlight: Jackie Schiffer
Ms. New Jersey International focuses on NJ Hunger Heroes campaign
Jackie Schiffer wears many hats, and sometimes crowns. In addition to her day job as Director of Institutional Advancement at…
Apr 5, 2023
Honoring our Volunteers, the Lifeblood of TASK
April is National Volunteer Month
Everything we do at TASK is made possible by YOU, our volunteers. Every part of our operation relies on a…
Mar 28, 2023
NJ Food Security Advocate Visits TASK
TASK hosts Mark Dinglasan, Director of the New Jersey Office of the Food Security Advocate
On March 23, TASK enjoyed a visit from Mark Dinglasan, Director of the New Jersey Office of the Food Security…
Mar 22, 2023
TASK Helps Patron Publish Third Book
Deb Kisela adds new book of poetry to her credits
TASK writer, Deb Kisela, has released her newest book, a collection of poetry entitled Short Poems of My Own. Kisela,…
Mar 19, 2023
In Memory of Bruce Howard
Longtime TASK kitchen staffer is honored with a memorial plaque
Loyal. Dependable. Respected. That’s how the late Bruce Howard, a beloved member of the TASK kitchen staff, is remembered. It’s…