Table to Table held their annual Chefs Gala at Edgewood Country Club honoring Jamie Knott
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Table to Table has served millions of meals using food that would otherwise have been wasted. Its easy-to-use app allows for super-flexible volunteer opportunities.
About 40 percent of food in the United States gets thrown in the garbage. In New Jersey alone, that amounts to more than 3 billion pounds a year—while nearly a million people in the state don’t have enough to eat.
Twenty-five years ago, Table to Table, the first nonprofit food-rescue organization in the state, was formed to help close this gap. Since 1999, it has supplied more than 311 million meals to the hungry.
Keeping food out of landfills, where it emits methane gas as it decays, is a win for the environment, too. Table to Table has protected the planet from more than 73,000 tons of global-warming gasses.
“When good food gets thrown in a dumpster instead of feeding the people who need it, that’s an injustice; it’s unacceptable,” says Heather Thompson, executive director of the Saddle Brook-based nonprofit.
Unlike most food pantries that accept only nonperishable goods, Table to Table collects produce, meat and dairy products. “These tend to get thrown away much more frequently,” Thompson says. “They’re also the most difficult and expensive to access, but the most critical for health and well-being.”
A fleet of six refrigerated trucks picks up food from 350-plus donors each week. Most comes from Hello Fresh’s Newark distribution center, large and small grocery stores and restaurants, and even schools with leftover lunch items. The donations are typically delivered the same day to hunger-relief organizations in Bergen, Essex, Hudson and Passaic counties.
Individuals help out by transporting smaller donations. The organization’s I-Rescue app posts rescue opportunities, and volunteers pick up and deliver the food on a one-time or regular basis. “We’ve been able to expand how we support the community by adding the app,” Thompson says.
In 2023, Table to Table provided more than 23 million meals to neighbors in need. To celebrate their 25th anniversary, the goal is to provide 25 million meals this year.
Learn more about how you can help by visiting the Table to Table website.
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About 40 percent of food in the United States gets thrown in the garbage. In New Jersey alone, that amounts to more than 3 billion pounds a year while nearly a million people in the state don’t have enough to eat.
Twenty-five years ago, Table to Table, the first nonprofit food-rescue organization in the state, was formed to help close this gap. Since 1999, it has supplied more than 311 million meals to the hungry.
Keeping food out of landfills, where it emits methane gas as it decays, is a win for the environment, too. Table to Table has protected the planet from more than 73,000 tons of global-warming gasses.
“When good food gets thrown in a dumpster instead of feeding the people who need it, that’s an injustice; it’s unacceptable,” says Heather Thompson, executive director of the Saddle Brook-based nonprofit.
Unlike most food pantries that accept only nonperishable goods, Table to Table collects produce, meat, and dairy products. “These tend to get thrown away much more frequently,” Thompson says. “They’re also the most difficult and expensive to access, but the most critical for health and well-being.”
A fleet of six refrigerated trucks picks up food from 350-plus donors each week. Most comes from Hello Fresh’s Newark distribution center, large and small grocery stores and restaurants, and even schools with leftover lunch items. The donations are typically delivered the same day to hunger-relief organizations in Bergen, Essex, Hudson and Passaic counties.
Individuals help out by transporting smaller donations. The I-Rescue app posts rescue opportunities, and volunteers pick up and deliver the food on a one-time or regular basis. “We’ve been able to expand how we support the community by adding the app,”
Thompson says.
In 2023, Table to Table provided more than 23 million meals to neighbors in need. To celebrate their 25th anniversary, the goal is to provide 25 million meals this year.
Find out how you can help by visiting tabletotable.org.
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New Jersey Monthly magazine named Table to Table’s Chefs Gala honoree Chef Jamie Knott one of the top restauranteurs in the Garden State in their most recent issue. Jamie is deeply committed to serving those in need in New Jersey, and is a long-time supporter of Table to Table. Congratulations Jamie!
We’re so proud to have Chef Jamie Knott as the Chef Honoree at Table to Table’s 25th Anniversary Chefs Gala on September 25th.
“My passion is for all things delicious. I want to redefine the culinary landscape in this state through my cooking and my restaurants,” Knott told the magazine. Knott’s diverse experience across various culinary styles has established him as a leading figure in the industry.
As the chef-owner of such notable restaurants as Saddle River Inn, Madame, and Kinjo—his latest masterpiece—Knott warmly welcomes guests for flavorful, unforgettable dining experiences focused on locally sourced, fresh ingredients, reflecting his commitment to quality. These restaurants “have quickly become some of the most celebrated restaurants in New Jersey this year,” New Jersey Monthly stated.
Knott’s portfolio of restaurants is consistently praised and acknowledged by media and influencers alike. Educated at the New York Restaurant School, Knott’s career is marked by innovation and a deep understanding of the culinary world.
Table to Table’s 25th Anniversary Chefs Gala offers attendees a unique dining experience in the setting of an elegant Gala with unforgettable cuisine, expertly selected wine pairings, an exciting live auction, and the honoring of Chef Jamie Knott—all in support of Table to Table’s Silver Anniversary and our mission to rescue food, reduce waste, and relieve hunger in our communities.