NJ Credit Unions Food Cooperative 2025

Credit Unions were established to serve their communities beyond the financial products and services they offer. That’s why Bay Atlantic Federal Credit Union has teamed up with 11 other credit unions across New Jersey to make a lasting impact this season.

This year’s collection period specifically targets the heightened need for food during the summer months, when many children lose access to school-provided meals while on break. We aim to restock the shelves of local food pantries and organizations as a result of the increased need.

According to the U.S Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Annual Household Food Security report, New Jersey’s average food insecurity rate from 2021 to 2023 was 9.8%, with one in every 10 households experiencing food insecurity. From 2019 to 2022, children under 18 throughout the state have faced a worsening rate of food insecurity, which increased from 9.9% to 13.7% over 4 years.

To donate, visit our main office to drop off nonperishable food items from July 21st through August 31st.

Essential food items with the greatest need include:

• Nutritious snacks

• Low-sugar juice boxes

• Canned fruits & vegetables

• Low-sugar cereals

• Spreads in plastic jars

• Canned protein like tuna & chicken

• Instant potatoes

• Whole grain pasta & rice

• Shelf stable milk & nut milks

• Canned soups & stews

Donations will be delivered to St. Vincent de Paul's food pantry.