Mahwah Amazon Delivery Station Donates To Community FoodBank

MAHWAH, NJ — The Community FoodBank of New Jersey recently received a $100,000 monetary donation from Amazon’s local New Jersey operations facilities, according to a news release from the organization.

The funds from Amazon will provide 300,000 meals to individuals and families throughout 16 counties in the state, according to the release.

"The need generated by the coronavirus pandemic is unprecedented, taking a greater toll than anything that the FoodBank has seen in its 45-year history," said Carlos Rodriguez, president & CEO of the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. "But it's still no match for the unwavering resolve of people in our communities and supporters like Amazon, whose generous donation will go a long way as we work to help more of our neighbors, especially those who are struggling for the first time in their lives."

Several Amazon fulfillment centers and delivery stations came together to make the donation possible, including 12 fulfillment and sortation centers in Avenel, Carteret, Cranbury Township, Edison, Florence, Logan Township, Robbinsville, Swedesboro, Teterboro and West Deptford, and four delivery stations in Moonachie, Elizabeth, Bellmawr and Mahwah.

“Amazon has had roots in New Jersey for many years, and we believe it’s our duty to support the community especially during these unprecedented times,” said Robert Long, director of regional operations for Amazon’s New Jersey fulfillment centers. “The Community FoodBank of New Jersey has been working tirelessly to help New Jerseyans. We’re honored to support their efforts and provide local individuals and families with access to nutritious food.”

Amazon is one of the Community FoodBank's top food donors, according to the release.