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

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Growing Impact

In 2024, Lunch Break met an unprecedented rise in community needs with compassion and action.

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Meals served in the Community Kitchen (38% increase over 2023)

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Visits to the Your Choice Pantry (65% increase over 2023)

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Visits to Clara’s Closet (105% increase over 2023)

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Volunteer hours from 2,350 amazing people (94% increase over 2023)

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Families assisted with Shelter, Prevention, Diversion and Referral Services by Lunch Break’s Family Promise

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Upcoming Events

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

Night Without A Bed
One Evening | One Mission | One Hope
March 28th – 29th, 2025
Lunch Break’s Family Promise invites Monmouth County youth to participate in Night Without A Bed, an event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for families experiencing homelessness. This initiative helps support crucial programs and services for those in need. Participants sleep in a box for one night and raise pledges, offering a meaningful way to understand and address the challenges faced by those without a home.

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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Contining our celebration of Black History Month, Lunch Break participated in the National African American Read-In. 🖤 ❤️ 💚 💛 In this video, Shani Love reads, “Lord Why Did You Make Me Black?” by RuNett Nia Ebo, Poet of Purpose. Poetry Books By RuNett Nia Ebo 📖 *The National African American Read-In is an initiative launched by the National Council of Teachers of English to celebrate African American authors and literacy. Its mission is to promote diversity in literature, encourage community engagement and ensure that African American stories and voices are shared and recognized. #LunchBreak #NCTE #AfricanAmericanReadIn #BlackHistoryMonth @poetebo @nctegram
WEEK OF FEBRUARY 17: Check out what we’re cooking this week! LUNCH BREAK COMMUNITY KITCHEN WEEKLY MENU 🍽️ 📅 MON., FEBRUARY 17 ENTREE - 🍲 Beefaroni, Peas and Carrots SALAD - 🥗 Chicken Caesar Salad 📅 TUES., FEBRUARY 18 ENTREE - 🥘 Smothered Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Green Beans SALAD - 🥗 Greek SPECIAL - 🌟 Pork Chops 📅 WED., FEBRUARY 19 ENTREE - 🍲 Balsamic Chicken, Ratatouille, Roasted Potatoes SALAD - 🥗 Big Mac Salad SPECIAL - 🌟 Baked Fish 📅 THURS., FEBRUARY 20 ENTREE - 🥘 BBQ Chicken, Cornbread, Collards SALAD - 🥗 Chicken Caesar Salad 📅 FRI., FEBRUARY 21 SALAD - 🥗 Make your own salad! 📅 SAT., FEBRUARY 22 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
A huge thank you to the Knights of Columbus Council 816 in Asbury Park for their incredible generosity! 💙 @the_knights_816 They held a food collection and dropped off a total of 1,370 pounds of food! 🍽️ 😮 We’re grateful for the support from these wonderful community leaders, including John and Julio (pictured here) - your efforts make a difference in so many lives. 🙏 #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #KnightsOfColumbus #LunchBreak
Did you know that the first "Valentine" was sent in the 15th century?!? 💌 The oldest Valentine on record is from 1415 when Charles, Duke of Orleans, wrote a poem to his wife while he was a political prisoner in the Tower of London. What a way to say, "I Love You!" 🥰 Wishing everyone a beautiful day & celebration of love between friends & family - Happy Valentine's Day from Lunch Break. ❤️ 🤗 *Special THANK YOU to everyone who attended our first Valentine's Day Dining Experience on Feb. 11 and to: 🧑‍🍳 Chef Adam Smith for this culinary expertise & delicious food 💙 Our Volunteers for setting up, serving, cleaning & helping in the kitchen 🎻 New Jersey Symphony for setting the mood @njsymphony 🍷 Winemaker Marin Brennan at Bedell Cellars located on the North Fork of Long Island for her varietal recommendations @bedellcellars 🍷 Wine Specialist Alex Magyar at Total Wine & More for helping with the selections @totalwine 🍰 Cups and Cakes for the beautiful dessert @cupsandcakesrumson 🌹 Flower Barn at Locust Pointe for the beautiful centerpieces @flowerbarnatlocustpointe #HappyValentinesDay #LunchBreak #CommunityLove #LoveAndKindness #SpreadTheLove