Lunch Break, the food and social services resource center in Red Bank, has temporarily relocated meal service, pantry and clothing operations to nearby facilities during the $12 million capital campaign construction expansion of its headquarters at 121 Drs. James Parker Blvd., Red Bank.

New Satellite Location (01/31 2023)

Clara’s Closet at our satellite location at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft, (215 MAN), is here for all your clothing needs — from sweaters to coats, to warm hats, gloves, scarves and boots. Stop by during business hours: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Let us help you find the perfect winter wardrobe staples — and everything is free of charge. For more information, contact Fatima Carranza at [email protected].

FLYER IN SPANISH

Mission: As a caring community, Lunch Break freely provides food, clothing, life skills and fellowship to those in need in Monmouth County and beyond. Vision: We strive to break the cycle of poverty for those we serve and guide our community members in need to self-sufficiency and healthier, more productive lifestyles. Values: We serve everyone with compassion and dignity.

Open to Monmouth and Ocean County residents

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Services provided

• Food Security (Soup Kitchen & Food Pantry)
• Clothing Assistance
• Male Mentorship Program (for youth 3rd-12th graders)
• Womyn’s Worth Mentoring Program
• Kid’s Cooking Class (ages 5-12)
• Employment Services (Life Skils Program)

Basic Eligibility: (Client Choice Pantry & Clara’s Closet)

• Proof of ID
• Income Verification
• Proof of Address
• Proof of Household size

Basic Required Documentation

• ID
• Proof of Income
• Proof of Residency
• Proof of household size

Hours of operation

Client Choice Pantry hours:

• Monday: A-D/ W-Z: 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. (Last sign-up at 2:45 p.m.)
• Tuesday: E-I/ O-R: 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. (Last sign-up at 2: 45 p.m.)
• Wednesday: J- N/ S- V: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Last sign-up at 5:45 p.m.)
• Thursday: O-R/ E- I: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Last sign-up at 2:45 p.m.)
• Friday: S-V/ J-N: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Last sign-up at 2:45 p.m.)
• Saturday: W-Z/ A-D: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Last sign-up at 11:45

Meals Served

• Monday-Friday Hot lunches served, 11:00 am-1: 00 pm
• Saturday Hot breakfast served, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
• Bag lunches distributed, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
  (Bagged lunches are donated by St. Leo’s the Great in Lincroft)
• Monday – Saturday Homebound meals delivered (Pre-registration required, Red Bank Area only)

Holidays:

• Thanksgiving: Dinner served
• Christmas: Brunch served

Clothing

Clara’s Closet
Clara’s Closet provides new/gently used clothing for women, men and children.

Sunday/Monday: closed
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Last sign-up at 2:45 p.m.)
Wednesday: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. (Last sign-up at 4:45 p.m.)
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Last sign-up at 11:45 a.m.)

Suited for Success
Provides business and special occasion attire.
By appointment only.  To make an appointment please call 732-747-8577, x3021.

Special Services

• Children’s Cooking Class, 4-5 week session, Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. (advance registration required)
• Friday Community Dinner Night 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
• Community Social & Health Services Partnership Series 2nd Thursday and 4th Tuesday of each month 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Wellness Wednesdays
• Family Promise Housing & Family Counseling Programs
• Mobile Community Garden Market
• Outreach services

Annual Seasonal Programs

• Back to School
  backpacks and school supplies program; registration occurs June – July. Pre-registration requirements: Proof of address, proof of ID & original birth certificate.
• Holiday Toy Program (formerly Adopt-a-Family)
  new toys and clothing program for Christmas; registration occurs Oct 10-29. Pre-registration requirements: Proof of address, proof of ID, original birth certificate and school registration.
• Holiday Senior Luncheon
  Registration to attend is MANDATORY. Must be 60 and over to participate. One form of documentation is needed to show proof of ID and Age.  Registration: November 9-30.

Advocacy, screenings, Food stamp assistance, legal assistance, and other resources available during lunch hours.

Volunteer opportunities available

Contact information:

• Program Address- 121 Drs. James Parker Blvd, Red Bank, NJ 07701
• Program Phone number- 732.747.8577
• Program Fax number- 732.383.8032
• Program Email address- [email protected]

Eligibility	No criteria is requested for the lunch, breakfast, or clothing. The pantry requires identification with current address.
Age Groups	Children Adolescents Adults Seniors
Community Services	Basic Needs / Assistance Accepts Donations of Goods Clothing / Supplies / Furniture Food Pantry / Soup Kitchen Community Community Service Employment / Training Job Search Job Training Life Skills Training Seasonal Programs Back to School / Backpack Program Holidays Thanksgiving
Payment Options	Free
Areas Served	Monmouth County

Last Updated: 07/25/23