CUMAC: Feeding People and Changing Lives

CUMAC: Feeding People and Changing Lives CUMAC runs a food pantry and multiple programs dedicated to alleviating hunger and poverty in Paterson, Passaic County and northern NJ.

CUMAC is a 501c3 non-profit organization with multiple programs dedicated to alleviating hunger and poverty in Paterson, Passaic County and beyond. CUMAC’s programs include a food pantry that serves over 40,000 people every year, a food depot that handles nearly 2 million pounds of food for a network of over 50 agencies, a disaster relief program, a thrift shop that provides high quality, low cost

items to the community, the Pathways to Work program that offers job training to those seeking gainful employment, Place of Promise which provides a permanent supportive housing program for the chronically homeless, and the Community Food Coalition, a collection of pantries working together to stop hunger in New Jersey. To learn more about CUMAC or to get involved visit www.cumac.org.

‼️ Protect your SNAP benefits ‼️SNAP will never ask you to:❌ Pay a fee to apply❌ Share your PIN over text❌ “Unlock” your...
08/24/2026

‼️ Protect your SNAP benefits ‼️

SNAP will never ask you to:
❌ Pay a fee to apply
❌ Share your PIN over text
❌ “Unlock” your benefits by phone

Unsure about a message? Contact your county social services office. You can find their number here: https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dfd/counties/

Need assistance with your SNAP application? Email [email protected]

Spread love (and jam)! 🍓Very grateful for these young change-makers for making and selling homemade strawberry jam to su...
08/21/2026

Spread love (and jam)! 🍓

Very grateful for these young change-makers for making and selling homemade strawberry jam to support CUMAC's mission to feed people and change lives! Thank you so much for your amazing unique efforts to support our community, we are so thankful.

Huge thanks to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey! Thanks to their support, we were able to secure a new forklift for ...
08/19/2026

Huge thanks to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey! Thanks to their support, we were able to secure a new forklift for our operations.

This essential piece of equipment will help us move, store, and distribute food faster and more efficiently to our neighbors in need. We are deeply grateful for The Community FoodBank of New Jersey's investment in our work and their ongoing partnership!

SNAP feeds families, supports farmers, and fuels our local economy. Action starts with us! Take action today by:Calling ...
08/18/2026

SNAP feeds families, supports farmers, and fuels our local economy.

Action starts with us! Take action today by:
Calling or emailing your representatives to support SNAP.
Sharing this post & tagging your members of Congress.

Let’s stand together against hunger and build better systems to support our communities!

From Farmers to Families: Investing in SNAP Matters! From August 17–21, join us in taking action to support our communit...
08/17/2026

From Farmers to Families: Investing in SNAP Matters!

From August 17–21, join us in taking action to support our communities, local farmers, and families! Food security starts with policy, and your voice can make a direct impact.

Here is how you can advocate each day:

Monday – Invest in the Power of SNAP: Contact your representatives to demand full funding for SNAP programs that nourish families and fuel local economies.

Tuesday – Address the Cost Shift: Raise awareness about how shifting program costs onto state budgets harms vulnerable populations—share your story or post to spread the word.

Wednesday – Reverse the Cuts: Urge lawmakers to oppose proposed funding cuts and reinstate critical benefits for households in need.

Thursday – Protect Children’s Access to Food: Champion school meal programs and child nutrition initiatives by contacting your local school board and federal officials.

Friday – Reach out to State and Local Leaders: Send an email, make a call, or tag your state and city representatives on social media to demand strong, local advocacy for SNAP funding.

What will you do to support your community? Take action each day to ensure families don't go without!

Fresh delivery alert! 🐟A huge thank you to America’s Gleaned Seafood for their incredible, ongoing support! Their latest...
08/14/2026

Fresh delivery alert! 🐟

A huge thank you to America’s Gleaned Seafood for their incredible, ongoing support! Their latest drop-off brought in fresh, protein-packed salmon that will go straight to nourishing local families in our community.

Having access to high-quality, nutrient-dense fresh seafood makes a massive difference in the lives of those we serve. We are so grateful for this partnership!

Connecting our guests to long-term solutions! Jessica and Madelen table in our collaboratory as part of our Full Loop Na...
08/13/2026

Connecting our guests to long-term solutions!

Jessica and Madelen table in our collaboratory as part of our Full Loop Navigation program, helping community members navigate and apply for SNAP benefits and other essential resources.

Fighting hunger isn't just about providing immediate food assistance—it’s also about connecting our guests with the sustainable tools and support they need for long-term stability. Thank you to our dedicated team for guiding our community every step of the way!

From Open House connections to hands-on action! 💙A huge thank you to the wonderful volunteers from Christ First UMC - Ha...
08/12/2026

From Open House connections to hands-on action! 💙

A huge thank you to the wonderful volunteers from Christ First UMC - Hasbrouck Heights for volunteering with us recently. After visiting our Open House a couple of months ago, they took that inspiration and turned it into impact on the ground!

We are so grateful for your support and partnership in helping us feed our community. Thank you so much!

Huge thanks to our friends at the Passaic County Education Associations for another amazing donation of reusable bags!Ha...
08/11/2026

Huge thanks to our friends at the Passaic County Education Associations for another amazing donation of reusable bags!

Having sturdy bags makes a world of difference for the families who visit CUMAC. It allows our guests to carry their groceries home with dignity and allows our team to pack home deliveries to take to our homebound guests! We are so grateful for PCEA's continued partnership and commitment to supporting our community!

How exciting?! Check out this special custom packaging created for CUMAC by our friends at Brothers Quality Halal Meat! ...
08/10/2026

How exciting?! Check out this special custom packaging created for CUMAC by our friends at Brothers Quality Halal Meat! Their 'Boneless Chicken Thighs' are a wonderful addition to our food offerings, and now they are proudly labeled just for us. It’s partnership and community support at its best! Thank you so much for your incredible support of our mission.

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PO Box 2721, 223 Ellison Street
Paterson, NJ
07505

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 3pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 3pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 3pm
4pm - 5:30pm
Thursday 10:30am - 3pm
Friday 10:30am - 3pm

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