# Addressing Food Insecurity With Dignity

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Podcast: [The Giving Garden](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-giving-garden-7146361)
Published: 2025-09-03T16:00:20+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of The Giving Garden Podcast, host Martina Halloran sits down with Anne Mernin, Executive Director of Toni’s Kitchen, a Montclair, NJ food ministry that has transformed into a powerful community hub for hunger relief and wellness. Anne shares how her team serves over 2 million meals a year while connecting neighbors to health care, legal support, and resources that foster independence. From the dignity of restaurant-style service to innovative programs like mobile markets and food truck outreach, Anne’s story is a testament to the ripple effects of giving and the power of community partnerships. Listen now and be inspired to grow community through small acts of giving with dignity. To learn more about The Giving Garden, visit Loyalty Program | Dr. Hauschka

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