Middlesex County recognizes Hunger Action Heroes
Middlesex County recognizes Hunger Action Heroes
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – In observance of Hunger Action Month this September, the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners recognized four Hunger Action Heroes during the Board’s September 7 meeting. These heroes were nominated for their innovative and impactful efforts in collaborating with REPLENISH, Middlesex County’s food distribution organization, to combat food insecurity within the community. The honorees, from various sectors including the community, government, and corporate partners, were chosen by the REPLENISH staff and the Feeding Middlesex County Board.
This year, the following individuals and organizations were recognized:
- 2023 Corporate Hunger Hero: Topgolf, Edison
- 2023 Community Hunger Hero: Miriam O’Hare, Rows for the Hungry
- 2023 Government Hunger Hero: Peter Barcellona, Chair, We Feed Woodbridge
- 2023 Tom Ellison Food Pantry Volunteer: Kristen Tabert, New Life Food Pantry in Helmetta
The 2023 Tom Ellison Food Pantry Volunteer Hunger Hero Award is dedicated in the loving memory of Tom Ellison, REPLENISH’s former warehouse manager of 10 years who passed away in March 2020.
To learn more about REPLENISH and their efforts in combating hunger in Middlesex County, please visit: middlesexcountynj.gov/replenish
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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ
Middlesex County is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies, three universities, 19 park systems, and world-class healthcare and research facilities making it one of the nation’s most dynamic regions and a leader in technology, transportation, the arts, and food innovation. As one of the most diverse populations in the country, Middlesex County is home to over 860,000 residents living throughout 25 municipalities. The County’s award-winning Middlesex County Magnet Schools system and two-year Middlesex College uphold its position as #1 in the state for best schools, offering secondary and postsecondary education and workforce development programs that create a unique ecosystem in which opportunities abound. Conveniently located between New York and Philadelphia, Middlesex County is a leading destination for businesses and residents alike to live, work, and play – and has been since the 17th century. For more information, visit middlesexcountynj.gov and find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
