Help For Today | Hope For Tomorrow

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

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We serve everyone with dignity and compassion!

We serve everyone with
dignity and compassion!

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Give Support

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!

Learn the many ways
you can lend a hand!

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

What’s Happening

  • Drive Out Hunger Golf Experience 2025

    Drive Out Hunger Golf Experience

    Tuesday | April, 8, 2025

    Join us in supporting Lunch Break’s First Annual Golf Experience! Play 18 holes on the coveted Pine Brook Golf Course with your own clubs in preparation for the 2025 golf season!

  • We Need Formal Wear!

    January 20 – March 21

    Our Prom & Special Occasion Drive helps make dreams come true! Donate gowns, tuxedos, formal shoes & more to help teens shine at all their memorable events.

     

  • Sham Rock N Roll

    Shamrock & Roll 5K

    Saturday | March 15th
    10am at Fort Monmouth

    Join us for the 1st Annual Shamrock & Roll 5k with a portion of the proceeds benefitting Lunch Break. All participants receive their very own leprechaun suit, plus a beer or soft drink after the race and a special live performance from Brian Kirk & the Jirks!

  • Help our families celebrate Easter!

    March 1 – April 18

    This season brings hope for better times to those in need. You can make an impact by providing nutritious groceries that our families can choose for Easter dinner.

     

  • Easter Basket Drive

    March 18 – April 14 

    Hop into the spirit of giving! Help us celebrate Easter this year by donating an Easter basket or Easter basket accessories.

     

     

  • The Storytelling Project

    Beginning March 11, Tuesdays
    Showcase celebration April 29th

    5:00pm – 6:30pm

    Discover the power of your own voice in this 8-week community program designed for anyone eager to explore personal storytelling. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out, we believe everyone is a writer. Led by Jennifer Chauhan from Project Write Now.

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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