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We are grateful for the ways you support us!

We are grateful for the
ways you support us!

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Learn the many ways you can lend a hand!

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Help For Today | Hope For Tomorrow

Help For Today | Hope For Tomorrow

Lunch Break freely serves those in need in Monmouth County and beyond.

Lunch Break freely serves those in need in Monmouth County and beyond.

What’s Happening

  • Yoga At Lunch Break

    Join us for Yoga

    October 30th – 5:30pm
    Come stretch with us in a free yoga class at Lunch Break. All skill levels welcome, and yoga mats provided. Relax, recharge, and feel great!

  • Financial Literacy

    Financial Literacy Class

    November 6th – 5:30pm
    Short Term Investments

    Join experts from Morgan Stanley at Lunch Break as they walk you through the nuts and bolts of your finances.

  • RWJ Barnabas Hiring

    Hiring Event At Lunch Break

    November 14th, 11am-2pm
    Join us for a hiring event at Lunch Break with RWJ Barnabas. Job offers on-site, same-day hires possible! Prep assistance available on November 6th!

  • Holiday Toy Drive

    Holiday Toy Drive

    Now through December 1st!
    Help bring joy to local children this holiday season! Lunch Break is collecting NEW TOYS (newborn to age 10) and GIFT CARDS ($25-$75 for ages 11-17) until December 1st.

  • Thanksgiving Food Drive

    Starts November 1st
    Sponsor a Family for a Holiday Meal! Donate fixings—we’ve got the turkeys! Buy pre-packed bags at Foodtown or donate items from our shopping list.

  • Man and child at alliance for success

    Seeking Volunteer Mentors!

    Join our Alliance for
    Success Mentoring Team!
    We seek passionate mentors for junior and senior high-schoolers who can commit to a flexible two-year schedule to support students’ growth and success.

Upcoming Events

Exciting things are always happening at Lunch Break. Join us at an upcoming event!

Annual Fall Gala 2024
Heroes For Hope | A Gala For Good

Fri, Nov 1st | 6:30pm – 11:00pm
Join us for an unforgettable evening! Our Annual Gala raises funds for essential programs and services for the residents of greater Monmouth County and beyond. This year’s event will celebrate the extraordinary community heroes who have made significant contributions to improving the lives of others.

Volunteer Opportunities

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Our volunteers — corporate, business sponsors, families and individuals — are the backbone of our organization.

We achieve our mission because of the dedication of those who so generously help. To learn more about volunteering and community service opportunities.

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Cheers to the awesome volunteers from Guardian who helped out in our Community Kitchen & Your Choice Pantry! 🙌 💙 Guardian is a modern mutual insurance company building an inclusive and innovative culture to uplift communities through thoughtful corporate impact programs. Learn more about them here - @guardianlife #lunchbreaknj #corporateresponsibility #communitypartners #help4todayhope4tomorrow
🍗 Thanksgiving Turkey & Fixins 🍗 Come pickup your holiday meal kits on the dates & times below! ⬇️ 📆 Pickup November 11 - 27 ⏰ Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10AM - 2:45PM ⏰ Wed - 10AM - 6PM ⏰ Sat - 9 AM - 12 PM #lunchbreaknj #holidaymeal #thanksgiving
WEEK OF OCTOBER 28TH: Check out what we’re cooking this week! LUNCH BREAK COMMUNITY KITCHEN WEEKLY MENU 🍽️ 📅 MON., OCTOBER 28 ENTREE - 🍝 Lasagna, Sauteed Zucchini SALAD - 🥗 Chicken Caesar Salad 📅 TUES., OCTOBER 29 ENTREE - 🥘 Shredded Chicken, Pinto Beans, Sazon Rice SALAD - 🥗 Taco Salad 📅 WED., OCTOBER 30 ENTREE - 🍲 Beef Stew, Egg Noodles, Green Beans SALAD - 🥗 Italian Salad 📅 THURS., OCTOBER 31 ENTREE -🍗 Orange Chicken, White Rice, Steamed Carrots SALAD - 🥗 Chicken Caesar Salad 📅 FRI., NOVEMBER 1 SALAD - 🥗 Make your own salad! 📅 SAT., NOVEMBER 2 HOT BREAKFAST - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM BAGGED LUNCH - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM HOT MEALS AND DINING ROOM SERVICES 121 Drs. James Parker Blvd. Red Bank, NJ MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30AM TO 1PM BREAKFAST: 8:30AM TO 10:30AM LUNCH: 11AM TO 1PM FRIDAY COMMUNITY DINNER: 6PM TO 8PM SATURDAY HOT BREAKFAST: 9:00AM - 11AM SATURDAY BAGGED LUNCH: 10AM - 12PM Please Note: Doors open a half hour before breakfast service. #lunchbreaknj #foodpantry #foodservice
Hey, football fans! 🏈 Why watch the game alone when you can cheer with your community? Join us this Sunday at Lunch Break for football, friends & good vibes! 🥳 Shout out to Carol Stillwell for stopping by last week! 🙌 ⏰ 12:30 - 3:45 PM 📆 Football Season Sundays #FootballSunday #CommunityVibes #LunchBreakHuddle #LunchBreakNJ #FootballSeason