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Bon Jovi Restaurant Feeds 14,000+ at Rutgers
20 Oct
Summary
- Restaurant serves over 14,000 meals to students and community.
- It operates on a pay-it-forward model, aiding food insecurity.
- The initiative is a partnership between JBJ Soul Foundation and Rutgers-Newark.
A restaurant at Rutgers University-Newark, established by Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea Bongiovi, recently celebrated five years of service. Since its opening in 2020, the JBJ Soul Kitchen has provided more than 14,000 meals to students, university staff, and local residents, addressing food insecurity on campus. The unique community dining model allows individuals to eat regardless of their ability to pay, with guests encouraged to donate or volunteer.
This initiative is a partnership involving the JBJ Soul Foundation, Rutgers-Newark, and Gourmet Dining. It aims to make nutritious meals accessible, reducing barriers for students facing financial hardship and destigmatizing food assistance. The restaurant's success highlights a broader effort to support well-being beyond academics.
