News, Events & Stories
Jun 26, 2025
Hunger Doesn’t Take a Summer Break
As temperatures rise and school doors close for summer break, hunger doesn’t take time off. In fact, it only…
Jun 6, 2025
Mercer County Homelessness Trust Fund (HTF) Task Force Adds TASK CEO Amy Flynn
Last week, TASK CEO Amy Flynn was sworn in as a member of the Mercer County Homelessness Trust Fund…
Apr 30, 2025
The Gift of Time: TASK Volunteer Chooses People Over Presents for Her Birthday
Valarie Embrey, a supporter of TASK for years now, chose to dedicate time, money and her heart to hunger relief…
Mar 13, 2025
TASK's 2024 Community Impact Report
Thanks to you, we are feeding more neighbors in need than ever before—over 600,000 meals across more than 40 community meal sites in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. We invite you to take a moment to celebrate the impact we’ve made together.
Jan 2, 2025
Trenton Area Soup Kitchen Names New CEO
TASK's Board of Trustees is thrilled to announce that Amy Flynn will become the next CEO of TASK, effective January 21, 2025. "I am excited to build upon TASK’s rich legacy and look forward to collaborating with its many friends, supporters and community partners to further its mission of serving those in need," says Flynn.
Nov 25, 2024
Serving Joy at the Holidays & Beyond
TASK’s entire operation relies on a strong network of volunteers who come to TASK with an open heart in the spirit of giving back to their neighbors in need. TASK volunteers truly excel at showing our community “radical hospitality.”
Nov 20, 2024
Spreading Holiday Cheer for More Than 40 Years
Each December, your support ensures that TASK can show our cherished community just how much we care. No matter how bitter the winter weather is outside, TASK’s Escher Street dining room is always welcoming and warm — especially during the holiday season!
Nov 15, 2024
The Ripple Effects of Kindness
“I feel safe when I’m at the soup kitchen.” “I always feel welcome.” “I know I’m not alone.” Testimonials like these from the people TASK serves show what a powerful impact your support has had on our neighbors in need!
Sep 24, 2024
TASK's newest meal map reflects an innovative approach to hunger relief
TASK has dramatically expanded its footprint to help feed the growing number of people who are food insecure in our area. Nearly 40,000 of our neighbors don't know where their next meal is coming from!









