Meet Our Staff

Amanda Brunas

Director of Development

abrunas@aneedwefeed.org

Amanda Brunas is the Director of Development at A Need We Feed. Having earned a bachelor’s degree in social work from Stockton University, Since 2015 she has been working for local non-profit organizations since, and social service agencies, providing case management and services to communities and people in need. Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children, baking, and reading.


Patti Trustan

Immediate Past Director of Development (retired)

ptrustan@aneedwefeed.org 

As Director of Development, Patti oversaw the organization’s day-to-day operations with the support of the board of directors, volunteer coordinator, and outreach coordinator.  

Patti sat on the Human Services Advisory Council and enjoyed being an active member of the Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce

Patti worked in the non-profit field from 2014 through 2024.  Her passion for helping her community is unyielding.  Nothing makes her happier than being able to help those in need. 

A life-long resident of Ocean County, Patti was raised in Toms River and Island Heights.  When not working, Patti enjoys reading and spending time with her two daughters, family, and friends.


Danielle Bisignano

Volunteer Coordinator

Danielle started with A Need We Feed as a volunteer in 2020. She has her real estate license travel business and some nights, you can find her working at Charlie’s Pizza in Manchester; it’s clear she loves to be surrounded by people. 

She is a mom to her 7-year-old son and enjoys spending time with her family. When she is not working, you can catch Danielle and her son Carter on a flight ready to explore new adventures and destinations.