In recognition of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, Stockton University students volunteered their time to collect food donations for Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties.
The students spent two hours outside of Casel’s Supermarket in Margate on Monday, January 20, to collect non-perishable goods and monetary donations for the JFS Food Pantry. Shoppers graciously donated canned soups and vegetables, pasta, rice, cereal and more as well as personal hygiene and baby products to stock the shelves at the Pantry, which assists individuals and families in need in our community.
“At JFS, volunteers are the backbone of our agency. The ‘Day of Service’ program reflects the Stockton students passion to help others in need as well as how thoughtful and caring they are knowing the importance of giving back in our community,” said JFS Chief Executive Officer Andrea Steinberg.
The National Day of Service, which marked its 25th Anniversary this year, celebrates the life and legacy of the civil rights leader. This day encouraged people to volunteer to improve the communities in which they live and work.
For more information on the JFS Food Pantry, which is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 3pm, contact Volunteer Services Supervisor Vanessa Smith at: 609.822.1108, extension 249 or at: vsmith@jfsatlantic.org.
