It may surprise you to know that New Jersey, a state that has the highest population density in the United States (population per square mile) has one of the lowest rates of food stamp users. It would be nice to think that this was because few people needed food stamps in our state. Unfortunately the data doesn't support such a rosy conclusion! In South Jersey alone, over 100,000 people need emergency food assistance.

That's why the FBSJ joined a statewide and national campaign to offer SNAP (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program), an outreach program designed specifically for those people who might qualify for food stamps but fear or lack of understanding prevent them from applying.

Working with the County Board of Social Services and local organizations, the FBSJ reaches out to people at pantries, soup kitchens, missions and shelters to insure that food stamp benefits are applied for and retained by those who qualify.

For more information about our Food Stamp (SNAP) outreach program, please contact Sandi Cassario, 856-979-1793.