Acme Markets Foundation Nourishing Neighbors Program donated $5,000 to Project Self-Sufficiency to bring proper nutrition to individuals facing food insecurity.

The funds will be used to purchase food to support the agency’s Food Project initiative for local children and families. Nourishing Neighbors aims to fight hunger by helping keep food banks stocked, supporting meal distribution programs at schools, and supporting programs that provide food to seniors.

“Thanks to outstanding community support, The Food Project at Project Self-Sufficiency has remained open and ready to serve anyone in need since the onset of the public health crisis in early 2020,” commented Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director at Project Self-Sufficiency.

Project Self-Sufficiency is welcoming monetary donations to purchase food, as well as the donation of non-perishable items such as canned soups and stews; canned fruits and vegetables; fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables; frozen meals; coffee; tuna; pastas and sauces; peanut butter and jelly; toothpaste; shampoos and conditioners; hair care products; skin care products; laundry detergents; diapers and baby wipes; toilet tissue; facial tissue; and feminine hygiene products. Monetary and food donations will be gratefully accepted at the agency Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monetary donations can also be made at www.projectselfsufficiency.org/food.

Those who are interested in accessing The Food Project: Nourishing Our Neighbors at Project Self-Sufficiency are invited to visit the campus, 127 Mill Street, Newton or call the agency, 973-940-3500.

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Project Self-Sufficiency will host a virtual Elder Law seminar on Thursday, Aug. 4, at 6 p.m.

Legal issues faced by senior citizens will be discussed, including general estate planning, development of a will, advance directions for healthcare, dealing with Medicare and Medicaid, caring for aging parents, and other issues. The free seminar will be co-facilitated by attorneys Karen Greco-Buta and Eileen McCarthy Born. It is open to the public and will take place on Zoom; interested participants are invited to call Project Self-Sufficiency at 973-940-3500 for log-in details. The agency’s legal seminar series is a program of the Journey Family Success Center at Project Self-Sufficiency and is funded by the state Department of Children and Families.