Lunch Break

Meet Avi! 👏

As an incoming senior at Ranney School, Avi turned a personal challenge into an inspiring business.

Living with a nut allergy, Avi was often handed snacks at school and while traveling that he couldn't safely enjoy. Instead of settling for limited options, he asked himself, "How can I turn this into a business?" 💼

That idea became The No Nut Box,a nut-free snack box that Avi designed from the ground up, creating the logo, sourcing the products and selling them for $10 at school plays, sporting events, community gatherings and online. 🚫 🥜

Recently, Avi visited Lunch Break to share his snack boxes with our guests, proving that entrepreneurship can make a real difference in the community.

We're so grateful for Avi's generosity and can't wait to see what's next for this young entrepreneur! 💙

Learn more about The No Nut Box at thenonutbox.com.

✨ Our Gala season is officially underway! ✨

A heartfelt thank you to Anita Roselle for graciously opening her home and hosting our Gala Kick-off Meeting. We had a wonderful evening welcoming new members, reconnecting with longtime supporters and sharing our excitement for the months ahead. ☺️ 🙌

This year's Gala theme, "The Power of We," celebrates what we can accomplish together as a community. We can't wait to work alongside all of you to make this year's event our best yet! 💙

Interested in learning more about our Annual Fall Gala? ➡️ Visit lunchbreak.org/cornerstone-events/annual-fall-gala.

🎓 Calling all students & families - join us for AFSS Student Orientation! ✨

Kick off your journey toward college prep, financial empowerment and career growth with Lunch Break's Alliance for Student Success.

📅 Thursday, August 20
⏰ 6 PM
📍 Lunch Break – 121 Drs James Parker Blvd, Red Bank, NJ

What you'll get:
🎓 College Admission Prep
💰 Financial Planning
💼 Workplace Skills

Whether you're aiming to prep for college, build financial independence or gain career-ready skills, this program supports you every step of the way. Meet mentors, preview upcoming workshops and get scheduled for your first session!

Who should attend? All newly enrolled and prospective AFSS students, families or anyone interested in college readiness, financial literacy, and professional development.

📲 REGISTER TODAY - https://shorturl.at/YBuvA
❓ Questions? Email Ashley at [email protected]

We're growing our team! 🌟

Are you an organized, proactive professional who loves keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? Lunch Break is looking for a full-time Administrative Assistant to support our President & CEO, Director of Operations and cross-departmental initiatives.

If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment and want your work to make a meaningful impact in the community, we'd love to hear from you.

✨ Full-time (32 hours/week)
✨ Competitive pay: $20–$25/hour
✨ Comprehensive benefits
✨ Work that makes a difference every day

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping our neighbors in need.

📍 Red Bank, NJ

Apply today ➡️ https://www.indeed.com/job/administrative-assistant-478f0b453adc34c5

The Carrot Carrier and one of our fearless Project Citizen Gardener leaders, Bonnie, showing off her green thumb! 👩🏼‍🌾 💚 👍🏽

Did you know carrots promote:
👀 Better Vision
💙 Heart Support
😋 Healthy Digestion
💪🏽 Strong Defense
🩻 Weight Control

We are so grateful for all of our gardeners, providing nutritious and fresh produce for our community in need!

💙 Join the Lunch Break Team!

APPLY NOW ➡️ https://shorturl.at/8nNVQ

Are you passionate about helping others, building community and making a meaningful impact every day? We're looking for a Bilingual (English/Spanish) Intake & Program Coordinator to join our mission-driven team in Red Bank, NJ.

As one of the first points of contact for our guests, you'll play a vital role in connecting individuals and families with the resources they need while coordinating programs like Kids Cooking, community outreach, Lunch Break Bus initiatives,nd community resource events.

We're looking for someone who is:
✨ Organized and detail-oriented
✨ Compassionate and guest-focused
✨ A strong communicator in both English & Spanish
✨ Experienced in intake coordination, nonprofit, or community services

Position Details:
📍 Red Bank, NJ (In Person)
💲 $21–$24/hour
💼 Full-time with excellent benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and more.

If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors while growing your career with a dedicated nonprofit team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us build a stronger, more connected community.

WEEK OF AUGUST 03, 2026: Check out what we’re cooking this week!

LUNCH BREAK COMMUNITY KITCHEN WEEKLY MENU 🍽️

🥗 SALAD - MON - FRI 🥗

📅 MON., AUG 03
🍗 ENTREE - BBQ CHICKEN W/POTATO SALAD & VEG OF THE DAY

📅 TUES., AUG 04
🥪 ENTREE - SLOPPY JOES W/FRIES & COLESLAW

📅 WED., AUG 05
🍲 ENTREE - CHICKEN CASSEROLE W/GARLIC BREAD & VEG OF THE DAY

📅 THURS., AUG 06
🐠 ENTREE - TUNA ON A ROLL W/SEASONED POTATO WEDGES

📅 FRI., AUG 07
🥗 ENTREE - SALAD, PASTA & SMOOTHIE BAR

📅 SAT., AUG 08
☕️ HOT BREAKFAST - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
🥪 BAGGED LUNCH - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

COMMUNITY DINING ROOM
📍 121 Drs. James Parker Blvd., Red Bank, NJ

📆 MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30 AM - 1 PM
🍳 BREAKFAST: 8:30 - 10:30 AM
🥗 LUNCH: 11 AM - 1 PM
🛍️ TO-GO MEALS: 12:30 - 1 PM

📆 FRIDAY COMMUNITY DINNER: 6 - 8 PM
🍳 HOT BREAKFAST - 9:00 - 11:00 AM
🛍️ BAGGED LUNCH - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Please Note: Doors open a half hour before breakfast service.

Please join us in congratulating Yuwei Wang, Assistant Finance Manager, on her 5-year anniversary with Lunch Break! 🎉

Yuwei’s efficiency is matched only by her kindness, and her dedication continues to make a meaningful impact across our organization each and every day. We are incredibly grateful for all she brings to our team. ☺️

Pictured here, Wayne Greer, Business Manager & Special Projects, proudly presented Yuwei with her anniversary award in recognition of this milestone achievement. 🫶🏽

Thank you, Yuwei, for five wonderful years of hard work, compassion and commitment, we are lucky to have you! 💙

Thank you, LTS Nasal and Sterile Drug Product, for your incredible generosity and commitment to our community! 🎒 🙌

Because of your amazing donation of over 2,000 individual back-to-school items, hundreds of local children will head back to school feeling prepared, confident and excited for the year ahead. 📚 ✂️

Your support helps ensure that students have the tools they need to succeed, while easing the financial burden on so many hardworking families. ☺️

From all of us at Lunch Break, and from every family whose life you've touched, thank you for making a lasting difference! 💙

Learn more about them here ➡️ www.ltslohmann.com/en