Joyce Campbell
About Joyce Campbell
Joyce Campbell is the CEO of the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, known for her extensive advocacy in anti-poverty initiatives and her significant contributions to human service committees in Mercer County.
Chief Executive Officer at Trenton Area Soup Kitchen
Joyce Campbell is the Chief Executive Officer at the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen. She joined the organization in June 2016 as its Executive Director. Her role involves overseeing the operational, financial, and strategic components of the organization, ensuring it fulfills its mission to provide meals and services to those in need within the community.
Over 20 Years at Catholic Charities of Trenton
Before her current role, Joyce Campbell dedicated over 20 years to Catholic Charities of Trenton. During her tenure, she served as the Associate Executive Director for External Affairs. In this position, she was responsible for managing external relations and advocating for the organization's mission and goals.
Master of Social Work from Rutgers University
Joyce Campbell earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Rutgers University in New Brunswick. Her education has provided her with the expertise and skills necessary for her extensive work in social services and advocacy for poverty alleviation.
Advocate and Workshop Leader on Anti-Poverty Policies
Throughout her career, Joyce Campbell has been a passionate advocate for policies and programs designed to break the cycle of poverty. She has provided numerous workshops on poverty and how to advocate for effective solutions. Her commitment extends to her active participation in the Anti-Poverty Network of NJ and her involvement in various human service-related committees within Mercer County.
Recognitions and Resolutions
Joyce Campbell's dedication to anti-poverty efforts has been recognized on multiple occasions. Congressman Rush Holt acknowledged her contributions on the floor of the House of Representatives during his presentation of a resolution for the 100th anniversary of Catholic Charities USA in December 2010. Additionally, NJ Assemblywoman Valerie Vanieri Huttle presented a resolution to Joyce in March 2016, during Women's History Month, commending her as a tireless anti-poverty advocate.