The Fifth Annual Leadership Awards Celebration Was A Success!

We proudly honored members of our community who have made extraordinary contributions to our mission at the recent Fifth Annual Leadership Awards Celebration.

See highlights from this inspiring event here.

Nourish.
Empower. Thrive.

Where there is a need, Mercer Street Friends will find a way.

Mercer Street Friends is a nonprofit organization that provides food for those who are food insecure, support for families, and educational opportunities that lead to better tomorrows. We work in collaboration with social and human service organizations, the Trenton School District and medical health resources to ensure that families of all ages and stages can access the services they need to live a more fulfilling life.

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Our Mission

Nourishing minds and bodies;
Empowering families and communities.

Food & Meal Services

In partnership with our friends at Trenton Health Team, a list of all places you can visit for food.

Mercer Street Friends - Meal Finder Map

August 18, 2025

Mercer Street Friends Honored as a Top NJ Nonprofit by BINJE

Mercer Street Friends has been recognized as one of the top 50 nonprofits in New Jersey by BINJE! We were honored for our integrated food, family, and education services that directly address poverty and its effects. We’re proud to be a leader in this critical work, serving families and individuals […]

August 4, 2025

Summer Bridge 2025 Update

From skydiving simulations to building bridges (literally!), our students are soaking up every moment of learning, laughter, and adventure during this year’s Summer Bridge Program! Whether its picking fresh fruit straight from the farm, diving into their favorite books, or getting creative with comic books and fashion design — one […]

July 23, 2025

NJ Food Banks’ Joint Statement on Changes to SNAP

Statement from Bernie Flynn, CEO, Mercer Street Friends; Elizabeth McCarthy, President & CEO, Community FoodBank of New Jersey; Fred Wasiak, President & CEO, Food Bank of South Jersey; Triada Stampas, President & CEO, Fulfill; and Mark Valli, CEO, Norwescap At a time when so many of our neighbors are already […]

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