Thank you to Affinity Foundation for the Generous Grant
July 23, 2022
Thank you to Affinity Foundation for the generous grant supporting our Life Skills Program for those seeking employment and resume coaching and skills training. We will use the grant to help with transportation for participants and to buy Chromebooks for our community members in need.
St. Thomas Episcopal Church is hosting our Clara’s Closet Monthly Clothing Giveaway
July 22, 2022
St. Thomas Episcopal Church (26 Sunset Ave., Red Bank) is hosting our Clara’s Closet Monthly Clothing Giveaway on Saturday, July 23rd (weather-permitting) from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. We’ve filled the racks with some new cool styles for summer. As always, masks are required, and please bring your own tote bags.
We are Grateful for our Young Community Members
July 22, 2022
We are so grateful for our young community members who prioritize the health and well-being of their food-insecure neighbors. This enterprising Christian Brothers Academy student was kind enough to organize a drive which resulted in more than 470 pounds of non-perishables and critical family supplies. We are so proud of this young man and others just like him who recognize... View Article
We are grateful to OceanFirst
July 21, 2022
Executive Director Gwendolyn Love (left) is joined by Advisory Council member Paul Hooker and Board Vice President Robin Klein during a recent non-profit breakfast, sponsored by OceanFirst Foundation. We are grateful to OceanFirst, among our many community partners, who take a committed interest in preserving the well-being of their communities. OceanFirst’s support in our efforts to rebuild lives, through nutrition... View Article
Thank You to Middletown United Methodist Church
July 21, 2022
A big thank-you to the good folks at Middletown United Methodist Church for adopting our Family Promise families for the month of July. The generosity, support, and delicious meals are greatly appreciated. Thank you! If your organization or restaurant would like to become part of the Family Promise of Monmouth County Adopt-A-Month program by providing meals and essentials, please contact... View Article
Hope & Comfort Cooling Center for Men
July 20, 2022
Hope & Comfort Cooling Center for Men will be open Wednesday & Thursday at Pilgrim Baptist Church, 172 Shrewsbury Ave., Red Bank, for those in need of shelter from the heatwave. Check-in/dinner starting at 3:30 p.m. at JBJ Soul Kitchen, 207 Monmouth St., Red Bank. Thank you to our community partners!
Another Exciting Semester of Learning English
July 20, 2022
Congratulations to ESL participants and coaches for another exciting semester of learning English language skills. We’re looking forward to September 12th, when classes will resume at 7 p.m. on Mondays. Interested in enrolling? Call Millie Diaz at (732) 783-4617 prior to Aug. 29th. Thinking about coaching? Contact Life Skills Coordinator Eleanor Herdeen, eherdeen@lunchbreak.org, (732) 747-8577, Ext. 3201.
Feeding the Community Thanks to You!
July 19, 2022
Thank YOU for your ensuring our food-insecure community members have a nourishing meal and the peace of mind that they will never go hungry again!
Gannett Foundation’s “A Community Thrives” Crowdfunding Challenge
July 19, 2022
Your Support Today Can Impact Someone’s Tomorrow We are in week #1 of Gannett Foundation’s “A Community Thrives” Crowdfunding Challenge and need to raise at least $6,000 by Aug. 12th to be considered for a generous Community Thrives grant. Your contribution will help your neighbors in need reach their goals: Employment Health-care training College diploma Vocational training Permanent housing Financial... View Article
Donations & Baseball
July 19, 2022
Join us for an evening of baseball and friendship to benefit our mission of serving those in need in Monmouth County and beyond. A nominal donation will secure your ticket to a spirited competition between our beloved Jersey Shore BlueClaws vs the Hudson Valley Renegades at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6. This event makes a great company outing while... View Article