SNAP benefits

Virtua Health's Food Farmacy program
Jan 5, 2026

Health systems teach nutritious meal prep from food pantries

Providers are offering best practices for using canned and boxed items to make healthier dishes as food insecurity rises statewide.

DoorDash delivers groceries
Dec 10, 2025

DoorDash donates $2K to HCCC students facing food insecurity

The community credits will help support Hudson County Community College learners amid SNAP disruptions and more.

Fresh fruits and vegetables
Nov 10, 2025

Hackensack Meridian Health commits $7M to fight hunger in NJ

Launched amid the ongoing federal government shutdown, the funding will expand school meal access and grocery support for families relying on SNAP benefits.

The Food for HOPE pantry at the Care Center of New Jersey.
Nov 3, 2025

NJ declares state of emergency after SNAP suspension

Gov. Phil Murphy announced the move after the Trump administration halted federal food assistance, affecting more than 800,000 New Jersey residents.

Groceries
Oct 31, 2025

NJ speeds $42.5M in food assistance as SNAP funding risks running dry (updated)

With Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits in limbo amid the federal government shutdown, Gov. Phil Murphy is fast-tracking the support to New Jersey food banks to fight hunger.