Since 2022, Interfaith Neighbors has organized a collaborative network of area food pantries, other community spaces, and local farmers called the Community Food Connection. Community Food Connection is the first-ever Monmouth County-wide food and farm coalition, and is driven by the leadership of the members. The power of this collaboration lies in our decision and ability to collaborate to end nutritional insecurity in our community.

Members of the coalition have broken free of our individual “silos” to collaborate on policy, share resources, and create innovative food and agriculture initiatives. We are leaders in our community, pantries, nonprofits, community centers, corner stores, schools, government, and farms. Our vision is a food system that is healthy and equitable for ALL, and is created, operated, and sustained by the people of our community.

The main fruit of our labor is the Farm to Family Initiative.

During the growing season, from May to mid-November, Community Food Connection purchases fresh produce from local, NJ farms that is distributed to over 35 sites across Monmouth County. This helps individuals and families who are struggling to afford fresh, healthy food have access to these options that will aid their physical and mental well-being. Community Food Connection believes fresh, healthy food is a basic human right.

Age Groups	Adults
Community Services	Basic Needs / Assistance Food Pantry / Soup Kitchen

Last Updated: 02/24/26