News, Events & Stories
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…
Apr 21, 2023
Want to Open a Soup Kitchen?
How-to book Mission Possible offers expert advice from longtime TASK leaders
Operating a soup kitchen can be very challenging but it also brings daily rewards to its volunteers as they do their part to help alleviate the pain and indignity of hunger.
Apr 15, 2023
Renewing Our Commitment to the Community
A Letter from Executive Director, Joyce E. Campbell
For nearly a year, TASK has engaged our patrons, staff, and community stakeholders in a thoughtful series of discussions concerning…
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…
Dec 1, 2022
We Must Be the Voice for Those Impacted by Hunger
A Message From TASK's Executive Director
TASK is nearing the end of its 40th anniversary year, a milestone for a community organization that was once itself homeless…
Dec 1, 2022
TASK Serves Meals, ‘No Questions Asked’
Longstanding Policy Eases the Way for Those Who Have Fallen on Tough Times
For many people, lining up for that first soup kitchen meal can be a difficult experience. Dottie Laczny, a retired…
Sep 1, 2022
Expansion is Key as Hunger Surges in Our Community
A Message from TASK's Executive Director
It’s September and Hunger Action Month—like our patron population—is knocking at our doors. This month calls for us to keep food insecurity front and center in our minds and charitable efforts.
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Sep 24, 2022
TASK’s 40th Anniversary Marks Two Major Milestones
The Soup Kitchen’s First-Ever Weekend Meal Service Was Also a Community Event.
On Saturday, September 24th, TASK hosted a community BBQ to commemorate our 40th anniversary as well as our first-ever weekend…
