News, Events & Stories
Jun 1, 2022
What’s Cooking at TASK?
In 40 Years, Our Commitment to Fighting Hunger Remains Steadfast
In 1982, a small group of community organizers met in downtown Trenton to tackle the issue of hunger, which was a growing problem facing the Capital City.
Jun 1, 2022
Advocacy in Action
TASK Staff and Patrons Testify to Help Reduce Barriers to Identification in New Jersey
Individuals living in poverty, experiencing homelessness or in a transient living situation often don't have an official ID.
Jun 1, 2022
Todd Jackson: A TASK Success Story
From Meals to Music, TASK Patron Gains Confidence and a Career
Todd Jackson is a 60-year-old Trenton native who found himself at TASK's door after his release from prison.
Jun 1, 2022
Removing Barriers to Employment
TASK's Job Search Program Is Powered by Partnership and Creativity
Ask Job Specialist Paulash Banerjee what success looks like for the TASK Job Search program, and he’ll have 100 different answers.
Nov 17, 2021
A Vicious Cycle: TASK Helps Patrons Obtain IDs, Despite Challenges
TASK Case Manager Whitney Hendrickson knows all too well how important identification is to TASK patrons. In one case, a…
Oct 29, 2021
“No” Is Not An Option
It is often the most challenging moments in life that offer the greatest opportunities for growth. Back in March 2020,…
Jun 22, 2021
Guiding Others Through Recovery
A Q&A with TASK’s Justin Williams: From Custodian to Peer Recovery Specialist
Justin Williams has worn many hats at TASK. He started out as a patron, then became a volunteer, a dishwasher and most recently the custodian.
May 21, 2021
Sonia Rai and Veer Dave
Supporter Spotlight
Both the Rai and Dave families have made it a priority to serve their community and support nonprofit organizations
May 17, 2021
Meet TASK’s New Digital Empowerment Leader: Carolyn Burke
Carolyn Burke, TASK’s newly hired Computer Resource Specialist, never forgets this as she works to shrink the digital....