Your Vote, Your Right
September 15, 2020
Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon shares information on completing your mail-in ballot in this informative video:
“Cooking With My Hero”: Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
September 15, 2020
In this YouTube video of the Lunch Break Children’s Cooking Class series “Cooking With My Hero,” Junior Chef Eden and her mom make their favorite version of Double Chocolate Chip Cookies. You may want to try making a batch or two!You can find the video here and the recipe here.
National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15, 2020
Today begins National Hispanic Heritage Month, a celebration of the contributions of those tracing their roots to Spain, Mexico, Central America, South American and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean have made to American society and culture. As of 2019, Hispanics constituted 18.5 percent of the nation’s total population. New Jersey is one of 12 states with a population of... View Article
Represent New Jersey for the Next Decade
September 14, 2020
New Jersey’s communities are proud, diverse and GROWING. An accurate Census count captures a snapshot of NJ communities and ensures fair funding and accurate representation by elected officials. The results of this once-a-decade count determine the number of seats each state has in the House of Representatives. They also are used to draw and re-draw congressional and state legislative districts,... View Article
COVID-19 Emergency Fund
September 14, 2020
We will begin accepting applications for the COVID-19 Emergency Fund on Tuesday, September 15th.Please call (732) 747-8577, Ext. 3203 for assistance.#whywebreak #givelocal
Open Heart Yoga Partners With Lunch Break
September 14, 2020
Thank you to Open Heart Yoga in Red Bank for providing yoga classes to those who might not otherwise be able to afford to practice. Open Heart partners with 10 local charities; when you buy a class or a package, that same service is donated to one of the charities, allowing someone else to enjoy the mind and body benefits... View Article
Sending Love to Our West Coast Families
September 14, 2020
Our sorrow, prayers and love go out to the families and individuals impacted by the fires and devastation on the West Coast. We ask our friends and families to join us in praying for relief and strength for all those affected by this crisis and for those on the front line fighting the fires. God bless you all.
Fresh Veggies Available
September 14, 2020
Fresh produce is waiting for you! These boxes of beautiful veggies are available now and will be resupplied again on Wednesday, Sept. 16th. You can pick one up in addition to the regular distribution of groceries while supplies last.Thank you to Red Bank YMCA and Interfaith Neighbors through Hackensack Meridian Healthcare System for generously sharing this wonderful gift with us.
We LOVE Our Volunteers!
September 10, 2020
In recognition of National Hunger Awareness Month, we thank our volunteers for their selfless service in helping to ensure our mission — especially during these uncertain times. YOU make Lunch Break happen each day! We are grateful for your kindness.
FoodStock-Up Donation Just in Time for Busy Fall Season
September 8, 2020
Talk about great initiative!! Thank you to Victoria Graves, Vivian Mead and Grainne McCague for sponsoring a FoodStock-Up Drive and collecting about 500 pounds of non-perishables for our pantry!Thanks also to those who donated. And this comes to us just in time — as we head into fall and our busy holiday season.