Located in East Orange, NJ, MEND is a compassionate coalition of faith-based food pantries dedicated to combating hunger in Essex County. Our mission is to provide essential emergency food assistance to individuals and families facing crises, ensuring that no one in our community goes hungry. MEND connects those in need with vital resources, including food, social services referrals, and volunteer support, while fostering collaboration among our member pantries. For current information on pantry schedules and availability, we encourage you to check our updates regularly.