When the World Shifts, You Steady the Ground
Painting generously shared by local artist, Robert Beck.
In uncertain times, your generosity is the steady ground. Please make a gift today.
Why Now?
Child Care Cuts: As vital child care programs disappear, families are left struggling to balance work and care. Your gift helps provide the resources and support they need to thrive despite these setbacks.
State Budget Shortfall Cuts Child Care Access For Thousands of Families
Alarming Cuts on the Horizon: A looming state budget shortfall threatens childcare access across New Jersey, jeopardizing families already stretched thin. Dive into the details and implications.
NJ cuts child care subsidies for new applicants
Breaking: NJ cuts childcare subsidies for new applicants
New Jersey is rolling back its support for childcare by cutting subsidies for new applicants — a move that threatens access for many struggling families.
Changes to SNAP Benefits: Changes to SNAP Benefits: Even as federal aid is reduced, we can still make sure our neighbors have access to the food they need. Your support turns policy setbacks into real solutions for families in crisis.
Cuts to SNAP My Hit NJ Beneficiaries Hard
This article explains that proposed federal changes would cut ~$186 billion from SNAP over the next decade, about a 20% reduction nationally, with New Jersey among the states expected to face significant impacts.
FACT SHEET: How Many Pennsylvanians Will Lose Medicaid and SNAP Benefits
This official fact sheet states that ~144,000 Pennsylvanians are at risk of losing SNAP benefits under pending federal legislation.
How Medicaid and SNAP Cutbacks in the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Would Trigger Big and Bigger Job Losses Across States
This article provides a broader analysis showing that cuts to SNAP/Medicaid could cost states in jobs and economic output; for example, more than 1.2 million jobs nationwide by 2029
Federal Uncertainty Threatens Reliability of New Jersey SNAP and WIC Programs
This NJ-state page warns that a federal funding delay could interrupt SNAP benefit payments in November for over 800,000 residents of NJ
Hard work isn’t always enough: Even families who work multiple jobs and do everything right are struggling to make ends meet as costs continue to rise. Your support provides a safety net — ensuring that when paychecks fall short, no one in our community falls through the cracks.
From Our Executive Director
The story of Fisherman’s Mark is one of strength, compassion, and community — and no one knows that better than Executive Director Jennifer Williford. Over the past seven years, she’s seen firsthand how quickly circumstances can change and how deeply our programs matter to those we serve. In this Q&A, Jenn shares what she’s learned from leading the organization through crises and growth, how the people we serve shape our mission every day, and why your support is essential to building a stronger future for our neighbors.
Your Impact This Year
Reasons to Donate Money Versus Food
