Trenton Area Soup Kitchen

Trenton Area Soup Kitchen We feed those who are hungry in the Trenton area and offer programs to encourage self-sufficiency.

We were honored to be featured by 6abc Action News reporter Nick Iadonisi in his Hometown Heroes series!For more than 44...
06/08/2026

We were honored to be featured by 6abc Action News reporter Nick Iadonisi in his Hometown Heroes series!

For more than 44 years, TASK has been working to ensure that no one goes hungry — while also providing opportunities for creativity, connection and personal growth. Nick's story highlights TASK's signature meal service as well as our enrichment programs that help our community thrive.

Thank you to our volunteers, supporters, staff and guests who make our mission possible every day. Together, we are building a stronger, more compassionate community!

🎥 Check out the full story from 6ABC and see how TASK is uplifting our neighbors in need: https://www.facebook.com/reel/973329435205967 🎥

In addition to serving meals at our Escher Street dining room, TASK provides meals to a wide variety of community meal s...
06/05/2026

In addition to serving meals at our Escher Street dining room, TASK provides meals to a wide variety of community meal sites across the area. Can't make it to Escher Street? Check out our list of public community meal sites, times and locations.

Across Mercer County, food insecurity is rising at a pace we can no longer afford to overlook. Local food pantries, comm...
05/29/2026

Across Mercer County, food insecurity is rising at a pace we can no longer afford to overlook. Local food pantries, community meal sites and home-delivery programs are seeing 20–25% more visits than this time last year, along with a growing number of first-time users.

Inflation, rising housing and transportation costs, and reductions in nutrition benefits are forcing more households into the emergency food system. The network of food pantries and meal programs — never designed for this level of sustained demand — is now under extraordinary strain.

Without reliable access to food, everything else — health, education, employment — begins to unravel. Food security is the foundation on which every other form of progress depends.

The situation is about to grow even more urgent. In the coming months, SNAP recertifications, administrative hurdles, and benefit reductions will place additional pressure on a system already stretched too thin.

This is not a temporary spike. It is a sustained and deepening challenge.

In response, the Mercer County Food Security Leaders Group — a coalition including Arm In Arm, HomeFront, JFCS - Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Mercer County, Mercer Street Friends, Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (TASK), the The Rescue Mission of Trenton, and supported by Trenton Health Team, Inc. — has worked to strengthen the county’s food system. But as we move through 2026 and into 2027, increased demand is not a possibility. It is an expectation.

We are committed to continuing this work — ensuring access to nutritious food in every corner of the county, strengthening coordination across providers, and building a more resilient system for the future. But success will depend on collective action.

Support your local food providers. Volunteer your time. Advocate for continued investment. Partner with organizations doing this work every day.

The need is here. The pressure is growing. And the time to act is now.

Together, we can ensure that every Mercer County resident has the food they need — not just to get by, but to truly thrive.

With gratitude,
The Mercer County Food Security Leaders Group

**Read the full statement here: https://conta.cc/4vkPntP

More meals, more places. That was the goal we set for ourselves on March 18, 2024 – the day we put the TASK Truck on the...
05/27/2026

More meals, more places. That was the goal we set for ourselves on March 18, 2024 – the day we put the TASK Truck on the road for the first time. Since then, the truck has become a staple throughout Trenton, bringing TASK’s signature hot meals directly into neighborhoods across the Capital City that need them most.

The mobile meals program allows TASK to address some of the barriers that prevent people from coming to our Escher Street dining room, including issues like transportation, disability, childcare and even stigma. In 2025, the TASK Truck served more than 80,000 fresh, delicious meals in the city of Trenton.

We serve meals to everyone, no questions asked! Check out our schedule for a TASK Truck stop near you!

TASK will be open today, Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, for lunch ONLY. If you or a loved one are in need of a meal, stop...
05/25/2026

TASK will be open today, Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, for lunch ONLY. If you or a loved one are in need of a meal, stop by before 1:00pm today -- no questions asked. We will reopen on our normal schedule tomorrow!

At TASK, fighting hunger means meeting people where they are. We recognize that accessibility means more than just avail...
05/04/2026

At TASK, fighting hunger means meeting people where they are. We recognize that accessibility means more than just availability, and we launched the Community Meal Site Program over a decade ago to address the significant barriers that prevent people from gaining access to nutritious food.

Today, TASK's Community Meal Site Program has grown to more than 50 sites across Greater Mercer County where our neighbors in need can receive TASK's signature meals at no cost. While approximately one-third of TASK meals are served at our Escher Street dining room, the rest go out to the community at food truck stops, religious organizations, community centers, after school programs and more.

TASK community meal sites are more than just places to get food; they are trusted community hubs where individuals and families can gather, connect and build community close to home.

Our Community Meal Site partners bring this work to life every day. With TASK providing food, guidance and ongoing support, each site reflects the unique needs and spirit of its neighborhood. Our partners help reduce barriers, ensuring that more people can rely on consistent access to nourishing food. Just as important, they create spaces rooted in dignity and hospitality, where everyone is treated as a valued member of the community.

Last month, we had the pleasure of bringing our partners together for our annual Community Meal Site Meeting (pictured here) — a time to reflect, share and look ahead. The gathering was filled with energy and collaboration as site leaders exchanged ideas, discussed challenges and celebrated successes from the past year. Conversations focused on strengthening operations, deepening community engagement and identifying new ways to expand impact. It was a powerful reminder that while each site operates independently, we are all connected through a shared mission and commitment to hunger relief.

In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Month, we had the pleasure of honoring some of our most dedicated volunteers with a s...
04/30/2026

In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Month, we had the pleasure of honoring some of our most dedicated volunteers with a special appreciation event at Grounds For Sculpture, a longtime TASK partner. Many of our honorees have been volunteering with us for years, showing up week after week to support the TASK community.

Guests at the event were welcomed with a delicious lunch prepared by TASK’s kitchen team, followed by a guided tour led by Pina DiCarlo, a longtime volunteer at the museum.

Our sincere thanks also extend to the Grounds For Sculpture team, particularly Manager of Wellness Programs Rodney Camarce; Assistant Manager of Events Christiana Wittenborn; and Linda Cerino, for their support in making this event possible.

While our gratitude for our volunteers extends far beyond a single afternoon, we hope this gathering conveyed just how much our volunteers mean to us!

If you're interested in becoming a part of the TASK Team, you can learn more about on-site and off-site volunteer opportunities on our website: https://trentonsoupkitchen.org/get-involved/

At TASK, volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. From preparing and serving meals to supporting programs that b...
04/29/2026

At TASK, volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. From preparing and serving meals to supporting programs that build skills and confidence, volunteers make a significant impact on everyone we serve.

"This year, and every year, we are inspired by the many ways volunteers continue to step up. Whether it’s a corporate team lending their energy for a day of service, a longtime volunteer who knows our kitchen like their own or a young person discovering how they can make a difference, every volunteer plays a vital role in TASK's success," says TASK Volunteer Coordinator Monica Smith. "Volunteers don't just share their time, they also share compassion and a deep commitment to the TASK community."

Volunteering at TASK is more than an act of service; it’s a powerful opportunity for connection and understanding. During Volunteer Appreciation Month, we pause to celebrate the hard work that our volunteers do to nourish our neighbors in need — not just with food but with care. TASK's impact is only possible because of kindhearted volunteers like YOU!

To all of our wonderful volunteers: THANK YOU! Your generosity strengthens our mission and brings hope to those we serve. As we commemorate this month, we also look ahead with gratitude and excitement for what we can continue to accomplish, together.

Pictured here: The ladies of Delta Sigma Theta smile during a volunteer shift, while prepping for a recent lunch service.

At TASK, our ultimate goal is to "shorten the line." By providing meals and addressing the underlying causes of food ins...
04/08/2026

At TASK, our ultimate goal is to "shorten the line." By providing meals and addressing the underlying causes of food insecurity through our comprehensive suite of programs and services, we are reducing the impact of hunger on our community. Our 2025 Community Impact Report highlights our intentional, holistic approach to service.

Last year was another year of impactful, and record-breaking, year of service. Besides meals, TASK helped individuals obtain ID, secure employment, find housing, nurture their creative spirit and so much more.

TASK is deeply committed to nourishing the mind, body and soul. By providing programs and services like job search assistance, workforce readiness classes and culinary training, our hope is to move people into a position where they have more choices and financial flexibility.

"Our goal is to one day see our meal numbers go down," says TASK CEO Amy Flynn. "We truly believe a 'hunger-free tomorrow' is a possibility."

Until then, we are so deeply grateful to everyone who keeps showing up to support TASK. Together, we are building a brighter, better future for the people we serve.

April is National Volunteer Month and the Junior League of Greater Princeton has a unique and fun way to help support TA...
04/03/2026

April is National Volunteer Month and the Junior League of Greater Princeton has a unique and fun way to help support TASK!

Join the second annual Great Sandwich Shuffle and help make thousands of PB&J sandwiches that TASK can give out to help fight hunger across the community! These tasty sandwiches are a welcome treat and help serve as supplemental meals for times when TASK isn't open.

Sign up today to volunteer! You can join the fun individually or as a group and enjoy a fun morning of music, prizes and community.

Can't join the fun? Volunteer to donate ingredients!

Visit https://princeton.jl.org/events/second-annual-great-sandwich-shuffle/ to help!

Address

72 1/2 Escher Street
Trenton, NJ
08609

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16096955456

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