Thanking our Community & Donors During a time of crisis in our country, Coretta Scott King once said, “The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” Today, her words ring just as true. For the first time on November 1, federal SNAP […]
Reflecting on the SNAP Crisis Read More
Monday, November 3 | 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. | Cadwalader Park Pavilion, Trenton, NJ As many Mercer County families continue to face uncertainty amid the ongoing pause in SNAP benefits, Mercer Street Friends is stepping up to ensure our neighbors have access to nutritious food and essential resources. In partnership
Emergency Food Distribution in Collaboration with the City of Trenton Read More
With a U.S. government shutdown poised to suspend food benefits for 42 million low-and no-income Americans, a local food bank and soup kitchen sounded alarm. Bernie Flynn, CEO of Mercer Street Friends Food Bank, posted these remarks. “We are at a critical moment in preparing for the very real possibility
In The News: Trenton area food charities are bracing for SNAP cutoff Read More
We are at a critical moment in preparing for the very real possibility that nearly 40,000 residents of Mercer County will lose their SNAP benefits on November 1st. Should the federal government shutdown continue, the impact on our children, seniors, those with disabilities, veterans, and families will be severe. Mercer
HELP US PREPARE FOR OUR NEIGHBORS IN NEED Read More
Every fall as Thanksgiving approaches, Mercer Street Friends Food Bank sees an increase in requests for the traditional turkey and fixings. But we see something more this year, and it gives us pause. We are already seeing longer lines at our pantry partners for daily and weekly food supplements. Our
Gravy, Giving, and Gratitude: The Perfect Recipe for a Full Plate Read More
Just released! Your copy of the 2025 Friends Talk Newsletter: News from Mercer Street Friends is here! Click on the newsletter below to scroll and view online or download a copy.
Friends Talk Newsletter 2025 Read More
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
Mercer Street Friends Honored as a Top NJ Nonprofit by BINJE Read More
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
Summer Bridge 2025 Update Read More
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
NJ Food Banks’ Joint Statement on Changes to SNAP Read More
A Message From Bernie Flynn Dear Friend, With the passage of the federal reconciliation bill earlier this month, access to food and healthcare will become even more difficult for those we serve. In every corner of Mercer County, families, children, senior citizens, veterans, and individuals with disabilities will feel the
Addressing the Federal Budget Reconciliation Bill Read More
Reading Intervention Students Honored and Celebrated Mercer Street Friends, dedicated to strengthening local families through food, family and education services, proudly celebrated the reading advancements of students from Trenton School District’s Luis Muñoz-Rivera and Benjamin C. Gregory Elementary Schools. Students from the Reading Intervention Program marked a successful school year
Mercer Street Friends Celebrates Reading Achievements in Trenton Read More
Over 200 Attend Food Bank Event to see Bank of America, Phyllis Stoolmacher, Dan Rodgers Honored Mercer Street Friends, a nonprofit supporting the community as the food bank for Mercer County and through comprehensive family and education programs, hosted its Fifth Annual Leadership Awards Celebration, presented by Grand Sponsor Bank
Mercer Street Friends Hosts Fifth Annual Leadership Awards Celebration Read More
Thank you to all who joined us for our Fifth Annual Leadership Awards Celebration as we proudly honored members of our community whose extraordinary contributions to our mission are uplifting us to nourish minds and bodies; empower families and communities. Honorees Bank of America, Corporate Leadership & Public Service Award
Fifth Annual Mercer Street Friends Leadership Awards Celebration – 2025 Read More
Click here to contact your senator and say NO to $300 billion in cuts to SNAP and $600 billion in cuts to Medicaid.
Urge Your Senator to Reject the Budget Reconciliation Bill Read More
Trenton, NJ – Mercer Street Friends, a nonprofit organization providing food, family and education services to families and individuals throughout Mercer County, has added Randall West as Chief Administrative Officer. “We are thrilled to welcome Randall to our leadership team,” said Bernie Flynn, Chief Executive Officer, Mercer Street Friends. “His
Mercer Street Friends Welcomes Randall West as Chief Administrative Officer Read More
New Board Members Add Expertise in Operations and Law Mercer Street Friends has added two new members to its board of trustees: Ann Gavzy, Executive Vice President and Co-Chief Legal Officer at Hackensack Meridian Health, and Michael Godshall, member of the Strategic Planning team at First Quality Enterprises. Their specialized
Mercer Street Friends Appoints New Members to Board of Trustees Read More
Mercer Street Friends, a Trenton based nonprofit supporting local families through comprehensive food, family and education programs, hosted local students from Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School, Foundation Academy and other youth groups for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. New Jersey Lt. Governor Tahesha Way joined the volunteers to
Trenton Youth & NJ Lt. Governor Tahesha Way Pack Food Donations for MLK Day of Service Read More
Mercer Street Friends was proud to host Lt. Governor Tahesha Way of New Jersey for a special Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service event. Lt. Gov. Way spent time packing our crucial Send Hunger Packing (SHUP) bags alongside volunteers from local youth community organizations in Trenton and Mercer County.
Mercer Street Friends Hosts Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way for MLK Day of Service Read More
In 1958, a promise was made to our neighbors in Trenton and Mercer County. Mercer Street Friends, founded by Quakers as a community center at 151 Mercer Street in Trenton, was an organization that took to heart the needs of those who were hungry, who required emotional support, and who
As the holiday season approaches, we are reminded that hunger is persistent and pervasive – in Mercer County, throughout New Jersey, in every corner of our nation, and across the globe. Mercer Street Friends, the food bank of Mercer County, sees our neighbors stand in line, awaiting a food bag for
Your Generosity Will Fill Plates and Hearts Read More
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