Project Self-Sufficiency recently received a grant in support of the
agency’s food distribution program, The Food Pantry: Nourishing Our Neighbors,
from the ACME Foundation Nourishing Neighbors program. The food pantry at Project Self-Sufficiency offers
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. Funding
from the Acme Foundation Nourishing Neighbors program is specifically allocated
for emergency
food distribution related to the COVID-19 crisis.
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.
“The
need for nutritious food by the vulnerable members of our community has
increased exponentially during this public health crisis and we are
exceptionally grateful to be the recipient of a grant from the ‘ACME Foundation
Nourishing
Neighbors – Feed Local Families in Need During this Crisis’ initiative,”
commented Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director at Project
Self-Sufficiency. “Thanks to outstanding
community support, The Food Project: Nourishing Our Neighbors at Project
Self-Sufficiency is open and ready to serve anyone in need.”
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.
ACME Markets began in 1891 when two
friends, Samuel Robinson and Robert Crawford, opened a small neighborhood
grocery store in South Philadelphia, emphasizing quality products, low prices,
and friendly service. 129 years later, ACME remains dedicated to providing a
high-quality grocery experience that our customers have come to expect.
Today, ACME operates 164 stores, including 102 Sav-On Pharmacies at select
locations, in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Delaware, and
Maryland, employing over 17,000 associates. In 2019 alone, along with the ACME
Foundation, ACME gave over $2 million in financial support and over 5 million
pounds of food. The company and its
associates remain committed to the communities they serve. For more information, visit www.acmemarkets.com. ACME Markets is a division of
Albertsons Companies. Locally great and
nationally strong, Albertsons Companies is one of the largest food and drug
retailers in the United States.
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.
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