MEND is a hunger relief network in Essex County, NJ, made up of over 40 food pantry and community partners. We work to advance health equity and influence systems-level change through collaborative, community-driven, innovative programming.
Mission: To strengthen the health of our community by increasing access to fresh and healthy food.
Vision: We envision a community in which everyone has access to nutritious food and the ability to achieve their optimal health.
Values: Community, Diversity, Collaboration, Dignity
This listing was last updated Jul 26, 2024
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