Franklin Food Bank

The Franklin Food Bank raised $90,000 September 30 at its annual “Golf Fore Groceries” fundraiser at Royce Brook Golf Club in Hillsborough. “We are incredibly grateful to all of our generous supporters who joined us at this event,” Derek Smith, Executive Director of the organization, said in a press release. “This year’s golf outing was a resounding success, bringing together …

The Franklin Food Bank’s 35th Annual Tour de Franklin Charity Bike Ride is set for April 28 at Franklin High School. The Tour de Franklin is the Franklin Food Bank’s largest annual fundraising event, attracting up to 800 cyclists to provide critical funding for the Food Bank’s operations. It has also grown into a Spring tradition in Franklin Township, when …

NJ HOMELAND SECURITY CHIEF – Laurie Doran, director of the state Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, speaks during the Masjid-e-Ali Interfaith Iftar March 22. Representatives of multiple faith traditions gathered at Masjid-e-Ali on Cedar Grove Lane March 22 for the mosque’s annual Intra- and Interfaith Iftar. The event is held during Ramadan, a month-long Muslim observance of fasting and …

BOWLS A’PLENTY – A variety of bowls were available for attendees as part of the admission price to the fundraiser. Approximately 300 people gathered at the DoubleTree Hotel on Atrium Drive March 10 for the sixth annual Empty Bowls fundraiser for the Franklin Food Bank. The attendees were able to sample food from a handful of local restaurants and shop …

A HELPING HAND – Attending the presentation of ceremonial checks were (Left to Right) Lois Bennett of Feeding Hands, Somerset Patriots President/GM Patrick McVerry, Maria Franzoso of My Neighbors Pantry at Zaraphath Church, Somerset Patriots Co-Chairman Josh Kalafer, County Commissioner Doug Singleterry, Somerset Patriots Co-Chairman Jonathan Kalafer, Paula Simpkins of the Food Bank Network of Somerset County, and Derek Smith …

GEARING UP – Riders get ready to embark on the 34th annual Tour de Franklin charity ride in April, 2023. (File Photo.) The 35th Annual Tour de Franklin Charity Bike Ride benefiting the Franklin Food Bank is set for April 28 at the Franklin High School. The Tour de Franklin is the Franklin Food Bank’s largest annual fundraising event and …

PARTY EMCEE – Windy White, the Township Parks & Recreation Department’s Deputy Director, speaks during the May 20 Franklin Township Youth Center’s first anniversary celebration. The Franklin Township Youth Center threw itself a birthday party on May 20 to celebrate its first year of operation. The Center officially opened its doors on May 14, 2022. At the anniversary event, attendees …

WHAT RAIN? – Cyclists riding to raise money for the Franklin Food Bank didn’t let a little rain deter them in the 34th annual Tour de Franklin. More than $126,000 was raised by the Franklin Food Bank through the 34th annual Tour de Franklin, held on April 30. More than 270 cyclists were expected to pedal out from Franklin High …