Yesterday, the Food Bank of South Jersey was host to this year’s kickoff of the 33rd annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. Representatives from FBSJ, the United States Postal Service, and the National Association of Letter Carriers were on hand to drum up support for this special event, held each year on the second Saturday in May.

In 2025, local letter carriers collected more than 280,000 pounds of food for the Food Bank of South Jersey, which equals about 233,000 meals for our neighbors in need. This year, thanks to 250,000+ donation bags sponsored by AAA South Jersey and CSAA – and with hopes for good weather – the goal for this Saturday is 300,000 pounds of food.

Pennsauken Mayor Patrick Olivo was on hand for Thursday’s announcement to lend his support and encourage members of the community to participate.

“As mayor of Pennsauken, I’m incredibly proud to stand here for such an important cause. Alongside the amazing team from the Food Bank of South Jersey and all the volunteers, letter carriers, residents, and community partners helping make Stamp Out Hunger a success,” said Olivo. “This event is about more than collecting food. It’s about neighbors helping neighbors. It’s about making sure families, seniors, and children throughout South Jersey know they are not forgotten and that their community cares deeply about them.”

The Food Bank of South Jersey and National Association of Letter Carriers ask that residents fill a bag with non-perishable food items; place it by their mailbox before mail arrives on Saturday, May 9; and the letter carrier will pick it up and deliver it to the Food Bank of South Jersey.

Every can, box, and bag collected stays local – helping families, children, and seniors in Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem counties.

Any reusable or paper bag will do. Most-needed items include peanut butter, pasta, rice, canned tuna, vegetables, soup, and cereal. Every box, bag, or can collected stays local – helping families in Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem counties.

Individuals can also make a monetary donation to the drive. Every $1 donated can be turned into two meals for people in need.

“To everyone donating food, volunteering your time, organizing collections, and helping spread the word, thank you. Small acts of kindness create a huge impact,” added Mayor Olivo. “Let’s continue to show what Pennsauken Pride and South Jersey Heart are all about.”