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Free Food Available for Local Families
The Food Project at Project Self-Sufficiency offers free food to Sussex and Northern Warren County families in need.
Project Self-Sufficiency’s food distribution program, The Food Pantry: Nourishing Our Neighbors, is fully-stocked and ready to provide free food and limited personal care products to Sussex and Warren County residents, Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Patrons need not be agency participants.
Project Self-Sufficiency is welcoming monetary donations to purchase food, as well as the donation of non-perishable items such as canned soups and stews; canned fruits and vegetables; fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables; frozen meals; coffee; tuna; pastas and sauces; peanut butter and jelly; toothpaste; shampoos and conditioners; hair care products; skin care products; laundry detergents; diapers and baby wipes; toilet tissue; facial tissue; and feminine hygiene products.
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“Thanks to outstanding community support, The Food Project: Nourishing Our Neighbors at Project Self-Sufficiency is open and ready to serve anyone in need,” commented Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director at Project Self-Sufficiency. “This public health crisis has placed a tremendous burden on some of the most vulnerable members of our community and we are exceptionally grateful for the donations we have received from individuals, businesses and other community organizations.”
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Those who are interested in accessing The Food Project: Nourishing Our Neighbors at Project Self-Sufficiency are invited to visit the campus, 127 Mill Street, Newton or call the agency, 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500. Monetary and food donations will be gratefully accepted at the agency Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Monetary donations can also be made at www.projectselfsufficiency.org.
Project Self-Sufficiency is a community-based non-profit organization which specializes in services for low-income families in northwestern New Jersey. Programs offered at Project Self-Sufficiency include family literacy education, computer training and job placement services, assistance with parenting skills, childcare, counseling and advocacy, referrals, and help with emergency basic needs. To make a donation, or for more information about the programs and services offered by Project Self-Sufficiency, visit www.projectselfsufficiency.org or call 973-940-3500 or 844-807-3500.
