Joseph Blythe Awarded $25,000

Joseph Blythe of Hasbrouck Heights accepted the $25,000 Berrie Award for Making a Difference.  Blythe converted his vision for a facility to feed the hungry into a reality when he established Meals with a Mission in 2010.  Working with two local churches, Corpus Christi and Assumption Church, he planted the seed.  The organization has expanded from cooking meals one night a week in the Corpus Christi school’s cafeteria to a full-time facility in Garfield that opened last year. His vision, commitment and financial support have made a difference in the lives of thousands.  Many joined Blythe and contributed personal time, labor and equipment to feed the hungry. Since opening in Garfield, Meals with a Mission has distributed more than 53,000 meals.  Blythe leads a dedicated team of 130 who are committed to making sure no one goes hungry.