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The May events also align with Walmart’s annual Fight Hunger. For more than twenty years, they’ve provided critical food, funds, volunteer time, and healthcare to our neighbors in need.”Īll in attendance will also receive a Walmart reusable bag, a much-needed item as the state’s new plastic bag ban takes effect on May 4. “We’re grateful to have them as one of our Visionary Partners – the highest level of Corporate Impact Partner. “Through multiple natural disasters, during COVID-19, and all the time, Walmart has been with us as a steadfast partner,” said Carlos Rodriguez, President & CEO of the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. This event, along with our Fight Hunger, Spark Change campaign will go a long way in helping communities live better by expanding access to healthcare and nutritious food.” “Walmart is proud to join with our long-term partners at the Community FoodBank of New Jersey to help our neighbors in need. “Hunger and the demand for healthcare knows no boundaries and affects all of our communities,” said Jennifer Hoehn, Walmart’s Sr. The events will be held on Thursday, May 5 in Hillside, NJ Friday, May 6 in Bridgeton NJ and Saturday, May 7 in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.ĭuring the events, the food pantries will provide food assistance, as well – distributing fresh and nonperishable items. In addition, they will feature specific health screenings, pharmacist consultations, and eyeglass adjustments and cleanings.
The free events will include all CDC-approved COVID-19 vaccines and boosters, both for adults and children. Eighteen feet in length, and featuring four clinical exam rooms, the trailer will make available complimentary health services and screenings. These will feature the inaugural visit by one of Walmart’s Mobile Wellness trailers. Walmart and Community FoodBank of New Jersey tackle hunger, healthier living in Garden Stateįree events mark inaugural visit of Walmart’s Mobile Wellness trailerĪs part of its nearly 20-year relationship with the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, Walmart will bolster its recent $100,000 donation to the FoodBank with a trio of free health-and-wellness events.