Tag: FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties
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Plumsted teen honored for efforts to feed the hungry
By Michael Benavides Staff Writer PLUMSTED – A Plumsted Township teenager has been recognized for the humanitarian work he has undertaken beyond the borders of his hometown. Dominic Esposito, 16, the son of Anthony and Bevin Esposito, was honored as the 2017 Junior Humanitarian of the Year by the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties…
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St. Patrick’s Day Dinner to benefit church’s food pantry
The Outreach and Mission Ministry of St. John’s United Methodist Church will hold a St. Patrick’s Day Dinner from 6-7:30 p.m. on March 17 at 2000 Florence Ave., Hazlet. Dinner is $12 per adult and $8 for each child and will feature corned beef and cabbage, dine-in or take-out. Proceeds will benefit St. John’s Food Pantry, which provides food to anyone…
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Plumsted teen donates $10K to help feed the hungry
By Andrew Martins Staff Writer PLUMSTED – A teenager with a penchant for charity has donated $10,000 to the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. The funds are expected to provide more than 30,000 meals to individuals and families. Dominic Esposito, 15, of New Egypt, was awarded the money on May 19 during the national Make…