Restauranteur John Vitale went into public service after he witnessed the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on local businesses. In response to the destruction, he created the Anello Feeds First Initiative to supply hot meals to over 90,000 hospital workers, first responders and essential workers. Since then, he has grown the non-profit to tackle food insecurity in New Jersey by serving meals to local food pantries, while he also continues to support other organizations that work to provide service with dignity. Vitale is driven as a candidate to ensure that all communities have access to opportunities of growth.