Hunger Doesn’t Pause for the Season—and in 2026, the need is greater than ever.
Across New Jersey, more families are struggling to access basic food and household essentials. The Community Food Bank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) continues to be on the front lines every day—meeting urgent needs with compassion, speed, and scale. But they cannot do it alone.
That’s why NAIOP New Jersey (soon to be CREDA New Jersey) is calling on our members and partners to step up loudly, actively, and together.
We are proud to bring back the Community Action Food Drive & Volunteer Day at CFBNJ’s Hillside facility, and this year, the mission is simple: do more, give more, and help more people in need.
We are asking you to join 100+ industry colleagues for a high-impact day of service. Together, we will sort donations, repack food and essential goods, and help move critical supplies into the hands of families across 18 New Jersey counties.
This is not just volunteering. This is direct action against hunger.
Gather your colleagues, coordinate carpools, and come ready to support the day together as a team. It’s an opportunity to connect with others, roll up your sleeves, and make a tangible impact in helping fill shelves for families in need.
Event Details
Date: July 16, 2026
Location: Community Food Bank of New Jersey, Hillside, NJ
Volunteer Shifts:
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Morning Shift: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (maximum of 75 volunteers)
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Lunch Break: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Afternoon Shift: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (maximum of 75 volunteers)
To ensure maximum participation and efficiency, we ask that companies limit registration to no more than 8 volunteers per shift. Every spot matters—and this helps ensure we can welcome as many participants as possible.
Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in and orientation. Review all arrival instructions in advance so we can start on time and maximize impact. CFBNJ “Know Before You Go” Volunteer Policy.
Make sure to arrive 15 minutes before shifts start! Please read arrival policy FAQ page.
Additional Ways to Take Action:
Can't join us on July 16, 2026? You can still make a meaningful impact!
Support the cause by making a donation or organizing a food drive at your workplace. Every contribution helps provide essential meals to individuals and families in need across New Jersey.
✅ Donate – Every dollar directly supports families facing food insecurity,
✅Organize a Food Drive at Your Office – Rally your colleagues to collect non-perishable items. List of CFBNJ most-needed foods. If you have items at home and you're unsure if they are still acceptable to donate, please visit this site for a shelf-life guide.
Donation boxes are available at the NAIOP New Jersey office:
2 Tower Center Blvd, 11th Floor, Suite 1106, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Attention: Ayisha Miles-John
If your company would like a donation box delivered to your office, reach out to us and we will personally arrange delivery to your location. Donations collected by your company should be brought to CFBNJ on the day of the event.
If your office is unable to host a food drive, we have placed a donation box in the atrium of our building at 2 Tower Center. Feel free to drop off donations there.
✅ Spread the Word – Use your voice and network to expand the impact.
Every action matters. Every contribution counts.
Together, we can make a real difference.
Thank you to our sponsors.
Details (driving directions, parking and warehouse rules) for Registered Volunteers
