Local company donates 2.1 million eggs to Met Council for Passover distribution

Days before Passover began, Deb El Food Products, based in Elizabeth, partnered with the Met Council on Jewish Poverty in the organization’s largest Passover food distribution in history. It provided more than 3.5 million pounds of kosher-for-Passover food to help families in New York and New Jersey celebrate the holiday with dignity, despite rising food prices.

As part of the Great American Egg Drive, Deb El Food Products and the Gibber family of Teaneck donated 2,100,000 eggs to the Met Council’s distribution efforts, ensuring that families can receive the holiday staple. The drive reached more than 350,000 people through 250 distribution points; it was conducted in partnership with 230 community organizations and local food pantries and supported by more than 800 volunteers, including government officials and community members.

In the weeks leading up to Passover, the Met Council surged more than $6 million worth of food to its pantries, partners, and special distribution sites. In addition to the eggs, other staples included 61,000 pounds of matzah, more than 51,000 gallons of grape juice, kosher-for-Passover chicken, gefilte fish, tuna, applesauce, borscht, cake mix, chopped walnuts, cocoa powder, jam, lemon juice, macaroons, matzah meal, potato starch, sugar, tomato sauce, vinegar, and fresh fruits and vegetables.

“We are deeply honored to give back to the communities we serve,” Michael Gibber, Deb El Food Products’ vice president, said. “This year, we are proud to contribute over 2.1 million eggs to help more than 350,000 people celebrate Passover with dignity. Giving back is at the core of who we are, and supporting the Jewish community during this important holiday is one of the most meaningful ways we can make a difference. We look forward to continuing this tradition for many years to come.”

“Giving back to our communities is a fundamental value that has been passed down through generations,” Elliot Gibber, Deb El Food Products’ president and CEO, said. “We are committed to finding opportunities to support those we serve, and our partnership with the American Egg Board allows us to share the nutritional value of eggs with families in need. It is rewarding to see how our contributions help bring comfort and joy to so many during the holiday season.”

“The generosity of Deb El Food Products and the Gibber Family in donating 2.1 million eggs is truly remarkable,” Met Council CEO David G. Greenfield said. “Thanks to their support and our partnership with the Great American Egg Drive, families across New York City and Long Island have access to this essential Passover staple. This collaboration helps make the holiday brighter for food-insecure families and underscores the power of community working together to fight hunger.”

For more information on Met Council’s ongoing efforts, go to passover.metcouncil.org. For information on the American Egg Board, go to IncredibleEgg.org.