A&J Produce Corporation

The A&J team is deeply honored to have been presented the Community Hero Award at the 16th Annual Scholarship Benefit, hosted by Hunts Point Alliance for Children (HPAC) at the New-York Historical Society on May 22nd. We collectively raised over $250,000 for the Scholarship Fund, an astounding milestone.   We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone from our network and team who joined us in celebrating our partnership and recognition. The evening was filled with inspiring student performances and heartfelt speeches from the honorees and HPAC scholars.   The Scholarship Fund helps exceptional students living in poverty to see beyond their immediate circumstances and dream of a brighter future. Donate to HPAC today and join A&J Produce in helping to transform educational outcomes for children living in Hunts Point. Visit www.huntspoint.org to donate today or contact Nisha Taveras at taveras@hpac10474.org. 

What an amazing day at our Back to School Fair with The Hunts Point Community Partnership! We kicked off the school year with a vibrant celebration filled with art, delicious food, school supplies, and tons of fun for everyone in the Hunts Point Community. A massive THANK YOU to our incredible partners and supporters who made this event a resounding success: Sydney Page Foundation, Representative Spencer Frye Fellowship, RTW Charitable Foundation, Penguin Random House, A&J Produce Corporation, Jetros, The New York Public Library, URBAN HEALTH PLAN, INC., O.U.R. Place F.E.C., Zero to Grown, Team AOC, Housing Solutions of New York, NYC Emergency Management, St. Ignatius School, Bronx NY! We couldn’t have pulled this off without our dedicated staff and amazing volunteers! It was an unforgettable day as we dive into our exciting year-long programming ahead. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate—we can’t wait to see you throughout the school year! Stay tuned for all the incredible opportunities for your Hunts Point scholars by following us on IG, FB, and at huntspoint.org. #BackToSchool #HuntsPointCommunity #CommunitySupport #SchoolSupplies #TogetherWeThrive

September is Hunger Action Month, a time to fight back against food insecurity for our neighbors here in NYC and communities around the world. A&J is incredibly proud to partner with Food Bank For New York City and support this mission. Thank you Food Bank for raising awareness about the persistent and growing hunger crisis in our country. We appreciate all that you do for our community and those in need! #HungerActionMonth #GiveBack #Community #FoodBankForNYC

As a young girl, my role model and mom, Myra, used to take me to The Hunts Point Produce Market in the Bronx, where she played a crucial role in ensuring that millions of families could access affordable food. And, when my mom was a little girl and food banks didn't exist yet, her father used to take her shopping not for our family, but for families in the community who were facing hunger. It has always been a long-standing tradition in our family to support families in need.   Our work at Food Bank For New York City goes far beyond being a hunger-relief organization. We are a community dedicated to ensuring that our NYC neighbors have access to the essential food and resources they need to thrive. This reflects the true spirit of New Yorkers helping each other, a value embraced by our partners at the Hunts Point Produce Market.    Throughout my time in the nonprofit sector and my cherished memories of Hunts Point with my mom, I have witnessed how these families have significantly contributed to Food Bank's efforts in supplying nutritious produce to our NYC neighbors. This support is crucial in our mission to achieve food security for all New Yorkers. I am truly thankful to our dedicated Hunts Point partners for their continuous support, not only during #HungerActionMonth, but all year round. A&J Produce Corporation CJ Brothers D'Arrigo New York Fierman Produce Exchange, Inc. S. Katzman Produce Hunts Point Produce Market The Produce News Produce Business Magazine Eastern Produce Council   Watch now:

Come out and support Hunts Point Alliance for Children (HPAC) Back to School Fair this Saturday September 7th! The Back to School Fair is an exciting day of activities and fun to kick off the school year, including music, hot food, interactive games, raffle giveaways, and chances to learn about community opportunities from local partners and how your child can get involved in HPAC's year-long programs. A&J is a proud supporter of HPAC and we hope to see you there!

"The anchor of the metropolitan New York City produce industry — the Hunts Point Produce Market, Bronx, NY — is working to advance plans for new facilities in its present location, while also addressing changing technology and stakeholder needs." Check out A&J in Produce Business Magazine's Wholesale feature. Click the below link to read more. https://lnkd.in/eU83QAg7

"As a wholesaler, we are in a position to maximize every piece of produce that we receive, never sacrificing quality. This is to ensure our customers can be confident that they will be given the freshest and healthiest produce available on any given day." Click the link below for our feature in Produce Business Magazine to read more. https://lnkd.in/et9B9hYz

WE ARE ONE MONTH AWAY! The A&J team is proud to be honored by the Hunts Point Alliance for Children (HPAC) at their 16th Annual Scholarship Benefit at the New York Historical Society on May 22nd from 6pm to 9pm. Join us in celebrating HPAC’s transformative work in the community of Hunts Point, where we have been in business since 1977.   We are proud to be HPAC’s Community Hero Honoree for 2024. This acknowledgement recognizes our partnership with HPAC. In collaboration with HPAC, we have donated substantial produce for their annual community events, contributed to their May 2023 Scholarship Benefit, and provided toys for their annual holiday drive. HPAC is recognizing our generosity and commitment to uplifting the lives of residents in Hunts Point.   Since 2013, the Hunts Point Alliance for Children has awarded nearly $700,000 in scholarship aid, enabling students to attend some of the most competitive high schools in the city. Every year, at least 25 families and high school students receive support from the Hunts Point Alliance for Children, and we are looking to increase that number. Graduates of the scholarship program have gone on to prestigious colleges such as New York University, Fordham University, Middlebury College, and Boston College, launching careers in finance, law, and college admissions.    Your presence and contribution will make a real difference in the lives of the students and the future of Hunts Point. You can sponsor the event, purchase tickets, or donate by visiting their website: https://lnkd.in/eRQPgYi3 or emailing benefit@hpac10474.org for more information. We hope to see you there!

“A&J’s relationship to Hunts Point is embedded in our DNA. Not only is this where we conduct business, but also this is a community we give back to." A&J is honored to be a recipient of the Hunts Point Alliance for Children (HPAC) Community Hero Award and serve our neighbors in Hunts Point. Click the below article to read more. #community #giveback #Bronx #produce #wholesale https://lnkd.in/eqbh-Rta

Come out and support the students of the South Bronx at the Hunts Point Alliance for Children (HPAC) 16th Annual Scholarship Benefit on Wednesday May 22nd. At this event, A&J is being honored the Community Hero Award, recognizing our dedication to inspiring hope and potential to children and families in the Hunts Point area with our philanthropic involvement. A&J is a proud partner of HPAC and we can't wait to celebrate the students and community of Hunts Point! Click the link below for more information regarding this event. https://lnkd.in/eRQPgYi3