Tag: Lunch Break
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Lunch Break supporters meet match donation during ‘Rising Together’ event
RED BANK – Through the generosity of its sponsors, donors and more than 7,000 viewers of Facebook Live and YouTube during Lunch Break’s “Rising Together” virtual fundraiser hosted by Jon Stewart on Aug. 27, the organization that is based in Red Bank met its $250,000 match challenge donated by community partners Joan Rechnitz and Abe…
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Lunch Break to receive donations made at local Acme stores
Lunch Break has been selected as a charity partner for Acme to receive donations from its annual Nourishing Neighbors campaign to ensure every child has access to a healthy breakfast. All donations made at the Fair Haven, Lincroft and Little Silver Acme stores will be used to support Lunch Break’s mission of providing food, clothing,…
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Food drive in Rumson-Fair Haven helps Lunch Break serve those in need
Throughout his young life, Liam Horan and his family have made donations to Lunch Break in Red Bank. It is an important cause to Liam, who is a senior at Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School, and to his family, and that is especially true right now as the 2020 coronavirus pandemic continues to grip New…
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Local collaboration aims to feed hungry people, pets
A new partnership between the Monmouth County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ Pet Pantry and Lunch Break, Red Bank, has launched with the goal of easing the burden of food scarcity during the COVID-19 crisis. Lunch Break’s Pantry Choice Program, which has distributed approximately 300 grab-and-go meals since March, continues to show…
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Lunch Break remains open to serve residents in need
RED BANK – As the coronavirus pandemic continues, a nonprofit organization that offers a helping hand to individuals in need is asking for donations from the community while it remains open during the crisis. Representatives of Lunch Break, 121 Drs. James Parker Blvd., Red Bank, which provides free food, clothing and life skills to individuals…
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Former ‘Daily Show’ host will emcee Lunch Break gala
RED BANK – Former “Daily Show” host Jon Stewart will emcee Lunch Break’s annual Fall Gala on Oct. 16 at Stillwell Stables, Colts Neck. This year’s honorees include such philanthropic community leaders as Carol Stillwell, president and CEO of Stillwell-Hansen Inc., Norma Todd Service Award; Lunch Break Board President John Klein and his wife, Robin,…
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Vital outreach and support continues for YMCA of Greater Monmouth County during pandemic
Despite having to close its doors due to the novel coronavirus outbreak, the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County, with locations in Freehold, Old Bridge and Red Bank, are continuing its vital outreach and support for the community. More than 150 donors filled all open appointments for blood drives for the American Red Cross to address…
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Lunch Break in Red Bank warms hearts, stomachs on Christmas
Like the elves who wrap presents in Santa’s workshop, staff members and volunteers at Lunch Break in Red Bank woke up bright and early on Christmas to prepare a special holiday brunch for clients. On Dec. 25, volunteers and staff members at Lunch Break, a center that provides free food, clothing and life skills to…
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Resources Real Estate mourns loss of company founder
Resources Real Estate announced the passing of founder and senior partner, Carolynn Diakon, at home among family on Jan. 27. Diakon created Resources Real Estate to fill a need for an independent, non-corporate, agency. She opened her first location in 2000. The company was listed on “Inc.” magazine’s list of the fastest growing private companies in…
