Amy Flynn will become the next CEO of TASK, effective January 21, the Board of Trustees of the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen announced last week.
Flynn has most recently served as CEO of Meals on Wheels of Mercer County, where she has overseen one of the region’s hunger relief organizations for seniors. Her career includes previous roles as executive director of Modcon Living in Columbus, Ohio; executive director of the YWCA of Yakima, Washington; and key development positions at Olive Crest of LA and Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles.
Said TASK Board Chair Pam Kelly in a media release: “The Board of Trustees is confident that Amy’s proven ability to lead mission-driven organizations, her strategic vision, and her heartfelt dedication to community service will make her an invaluable asset to TASK. Amy’s career reflects her passion for ensuring that everyone has access to life’s essentials—food, shelter, and a sense of belonging.”
Flynn will be replacing Joyce Campbell, who announced her plans to retire as CEO last summer, after more than eight years of leadership. TASK grew significantly under Campbell’s guidance, particularly after the Covid-19 pandemic caused a surge in food insecurity nationwide as well as here in the Trenton area.
Today, TASK is preparing and serving more than 11,000 meals each week at its Escher Street dining room and roughly 40 community meal sites across the area. In addition, TASK provides education and employment services, workforce development programs, identification assistance, case management, creative arts classes and the provision of basic necessities.
“Meeting the increasing needs of our community with compassion, dedication, and innovation, Joyce served TASK with an unwavering commitment to addressing food insecurity and advocating for our most vulnerable neighbors,” Kelly said. “Joyce has left an indelible mark on TASK and the entire Trenton area.”
Flynn said it is a “true privilege” to be named CEO of TASK. “I am excited to build upon TASK’s rich legacy and look forward to collaborating with its many friends, supporters, and community partners to further its mission of serving those in need.”
