Help For Today | Hope For Tomorrow

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

Our Inspiration

Get Help

We serve everyone with dignity and compassion!

We serve everyone with
dignity and compassion!

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.

2024 Impact Report

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

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

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

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

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

What’s Happening

Personal Care Products Drive
May Donation Request

Help us provide essential hygiene items to those in need. Every donation counts towards aiding in the well-being of our neighbors. Help make a difference today!

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Care, Crafts, & Conversation
May 19 | 12pm – 2pm

Join us for a wellness program with creative activities and guided discussions on self-awareness, coping skills, stress, and healthy relationships.

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Let’s Shoot Some Hoops!
May 20 | 1:30pm – 2:30pm

Join Lunch Break at The Fort Athletic Club for Adult Basketball Practice with Coach Shempy! Improve your skills, get active, and have fun on the court!

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Clothing Giveaway
May 21 | 4pm – 5:30pm

We will be offering men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing in a variety of sizes and styles. All are welcome to come and find what they need, free of charge!

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Lunch Break in Motion
May 2025

Join us for Lunch Break in Motion events this month: Yoga, Stretch Therapy, and Line Dancing. Refresh, recharge, and enjoy fun ways to get moving with us!

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The Storytelling Project
Tuesdays, Beginning June 3
5pm – 6:30pm

Discover your voice in this 8-week storytelling program for all skill levels. Showcase on July 22!

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Upcoming Events

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

Annual Community Picnic
and Softball Classic

A yearly summer celebration that brings the Lunch Break Community together to enjoy the day at Red Bank’s Count Basie Fields

August 16th | 9am – 2:30pm

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Volunteer Opportunities

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.

Volunteer Opportunities

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