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Elias Bitar of Norma's Mediterranean and longtime food insecurity professional Sarah Geiger are forming the Family Meal nonprofit. Credit: Matt Skoufalos.

Family Meal: New Nonprofit Seeks to Close Food Insecurity Gaps with Restaurant Expertise

In battling hunger, the biggest gaps exist between providers of raw products and people who don’t have enough to eat. A Cherry Hill restaurateur and longtime food insecurity professional are trying to bridge that distance with a new model, turning groceries into prepared meals. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…

By Matt Skoufalos | January 13, 2026
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