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Restaurant Raises Over $16K To Support Princeton’s Share My Meals

The funds will go towards helping the nonprofit provide meals to food-insecure community members.

L-R: Kara Nygaard (from the Darby Foundation), Jim Wolfe (from WSFS), Jess Morrison (Vice President JM Group), Hélène Lanctuit (CEO, Share My Meals), Isabelle Lambotte (President, Co-Founder Share My Meals), and Jack Morrison (President, JM Group)
L-R: Kara Nygaard (from the Darby Foundation), Jim Wolfe (from WSFS), Jess Morrison (Vice President JM Group), Hélène Lanctuit (CEO, Share My Meals), Isabelle Lambotte (President, Co-Founder Share My Meals), and Jack Morrison (President, JM Group) (Courtesy of JM Group)

PRINCETON, NJ — Local French restaurant Kristine’s has raised $16,500 to support Share My Meals.

The funds will go towards supporting the nonprofit’s community food program.

JM Group, which owns Kristine’s, hosted “A Night In Paris” in April. The evening saw guests enjoy a patio gathering with wine and curated bites prepared by the restaurant’s team.

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The evening helped the restaurant raise funds for the nonprofit.

Share My Meals fights food insecurity and the environmental impact of food waste by recovering and delivering healthy meals to those in local communities who most need it.

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“Kristine's dedication and support of Share My Meals over the years have been instrumental in helping us fulfill our mission to fight food insecurity and reduce the environmental impact of food waste," said Hélène Lanctuit, CEO of Share My Meals.

"Our partnership not only raises vital funds but also fosters a sense of community and shared goal to support families in need."

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