Find Congregate Meals Nonprofits and Charities

  Artemis M. wrote:

Amazing group of compassionate, caring and lovely folks. Well deserving of recognition. more »

  Bluegrass princess wrote:

I am a native Lexantonian and having lived here my entire life, I have witnessed many changes. I too grew up in Fairington Apt a subsidized housing complex. I lived there from 1979 to 1991. I had no idea really how poor we were and we always had something... more »

  Rodrick S. wrote:

I am a current volunteer for Warm Body Warm Soul Help Center and I enjoy working at this non-profit organization. We provide services to the homeless people (Food, clothing, jobs, etc.). Also, we encourage them with whatever they're struggling with in... more »

  Cecih wrote:

ARO-Got Your Back SD is an awsome organization the feeds hungry kids each weekend. These kids are referred by local public schools as being hungry and/or homeless, but attend the public elementary schools. The teachers tell that the children's grades,... more »

  jerrib1961 wrote:

I discovered Martha's Kitchen several years ago when I was doing my year end donations. I've been very concerned about the discussions of child hunger in America and I wanted to donate locally. Martha's Kitchen is just a few miles from me and they do... more »

  Jen O.2 wrote:

I am continually amazed at the wonderful work done by the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank. I have not received their services, but I volunteer with them occasionally and it is a great feeling to know that I am helping the food bank and, by extension,... more »

  tjl6979 wrote:

I was a volunteer with God's Love for 6 years. Not only do they do wonderful work for the community, but they also provide fabulous and enriching volunteer opportunties for those interested. more »

  BIDK wrote:

I am highly impressed at the number of services Baldwin Center provides for those who are under-served in the community of Pontiac, MI. Adults enjoy ESL and fitness classes. They receive emergency funding when monies are available. And, the homeless... more »

  valleykat wrote:

This nonprofit organization has been serving the homeless for 15+ years in downtown Phoenix every Sunday without fail. A group of selfless people who love God and people. They serve with excellent wherever and whatever the need is! more »

  partong wrote:

DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES GIVE MONEY TO THIS ORGANIZATION!!! Our company supplied produce to Project Open Hand for many years. After I bought the company, it came to my attention that the chef at Project Open Hand had been hitting my company up... more »

  LeonardAngela wrote:

One of my first volunteering experiences as an AmeriCorps VISTA, and other than me slicing up my finger... this Community Kitchen knows how to get things done & get people fed. The atmosphere at the Community Kitchen is energetic and passionate.... more »

  Pro Joe wrote:

Our Micah 6:8 Project was during our church's Serve Day and we cleaned up a playground and went to see and pray about their upcoming Christmas Store for those less fortunate. more »

  elaineatfarmorpharma wrote:

The Community Culinary School is a shining example of how a Not for Profit benefits its community in ways beyond what you may expect. Not only do they provide job training for those unemployed or underemployed adults who want it, they provide meals for... more »

  ayeg wrote:

Meals on Wheels is a wonderful organization that not only provides a healthy meal to the elderly. It is also a wonderful way for the elderly to have someone to check in on them on a daily basis and ensure that they are doing okay. The drivers are sometimes... more »

  zoe wrote:

Let me add bit of information I had gathered. Most of the people working in a toxic environment, really forget their lunch meal. Maybe, coffee or cigarette breaks are more common than the lunch break, which is often, spent wolfing down a quick meal at... more »

  JSPuskar wrote:

I have been a supporter of St. Vincent de Paul Society in Oakland for decades. I have followed their work in supporting the folks on the margins of society in my city, and I am very impressed with the work they do in feeding the hungry, helping those... more »

  Dan C. wrote:

ACMOW is an essential organization - feeding 2000+ seniors everyday. The organization has tremendous public support and runs very "lean." For donors looking to get bang for their buck, ACMOW delivers. more »

  Chris170 wrote:

What an amazing cause to help people not go hungry! more »

  TheRealDonna wrote:

This group is amazing. I volunteer a lot of my time, but when I met Lisa Tkoch, the executive director, I was inspired to add her group to my list. Lisa and her crew of volunteers provide free lunches every Wednesday to about 100 vets... many of whom... more »

  Jon Atkins 38 wrote:

Due to the recent death of my Daughter. My Sons being lais off from work had to move in with me. I am experiencing severe finanical hardship. My Home owners Insurance cancelled my policy because my roof was in disrepair and leaking inside the house.... more »

  ipswichamy wrote:

I've been volunteering at MBT for years. My 3 children love to help out in the kitchen and serving the clients. It is a great activity that makes one and all feel good. more »

  wsklein3422 wrote:

I have been a board member for 2 years and it has been the most rewarding thing i have ever done. This organization has done more for the community than any other one I have ever been a part of. The leadership from top to bottom is committed and goes... more »

  EJ wrote:

TCAA provides so much to the community. The TCAA Food Pantry gives food to families daily. In Home Delivered Meals program, we deliver 60,000 meals per year to the homebound in Tempe and Scottsdale, AZ. Great organization with small administrative... more »

  gmackillop16 wrote:

The Open Door and their team of staff and volunteers under the guidnace of Executive Director Julie Lafontaine are leaders in addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable and underserved populations across Cape Ann. Innovative, compassionate, dedicated,... more »

  gebell1 wrote:

I volunteer regularly and can honestly say the love is tangible. Volunteers selflessly give their time and resources to help those in need, which has inspired me to do the same. I hope we can continue to work together to feed our community. God bless!... more »

  Jenn G wrote:

There is really no experience quite like a welcoming community meal, and Break Bread does a great job putting one together every Saturday evening. It’s inspiring to watch strangers turn into neighbors and friends, as people from different generations,... more »

  LaukaJ wrote:

The staff and volunteers at the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission are people who truly have a heart for the poor and hurting community in the Greater Kalamazoo area. The staff go above and beyond to serve each client and meet the individuals physical and spiritual... more »

  Writer wrote:

For 35 years, the Community Kitchens has offered a warm meal, hope and reassurance to folks in the Birmingham area. They serve a nutritious lunch 7 days a week from two kitchens in the Woodlawn community and on Southside. Anyone, regardless of situation... more »

  Olivier2 wrote:

The Good News Community Kitchen is a wonderful organization that provides food and supplies to poverty-stricken families every year. As a volunteer, I work with owner Mercedes Kirkland-Doyle, who runs the operations to improve the lives of homeless people.... more »

  sherristuart wrote:

St. Joseph's has been part of the community of Gilroy CA for almost 30 years. It is the sole provider of comprehensive services for the homeless and those in urgent need in Gilroy and San Martin. What sets St. Joseph's apart is its compassionate and far-reaching... more »

  amesjones wrote:

Miriam's is really a community - both for the guests we serve, as well as among the volunteers. Sometimes I show up for my breakfast shift feeling really sleeped-deprived...but it only takes a few moments for me to see all the friendly faces and feel... more »

  Convero wrote:

Meals on Wheels allows my 97 year old mother to continue to live alone, independently. While generally still mobile and relatively sharp mentally, my mother no longer has the energy or focus needed to shop with me or to plan and to prepare meals. We... more »

  Shayne wrote:

OPERATION: Sack Lunch is a leader in the fight against hunger in the greater Seattle area. This organization works diligently and effectively to provide nutritious meals to a community in need, and is a leader in the fight for social justice through... more »

  CMRF wrote:

RCSJ is a fabulous resource providing support, a meal, a friendly face, and recovery~ genuine care and concern for our fellow humans! more »

  teamstar wrote:

My mother is a participant of Community Bridges' Child & Adult Care Food Program. The food nutrition knowledge that the Consultants provide to licensed childcare home providers has had a huge impact on the nutritional meals my mother serves to the children... more »

  mobileUser762971 wrote:

Great place for servicing the Haitian more »

  ecbmurphy wrote:

I am so excited to have recently become a member of the board at South Community Food Pantry. I am not often able to volunteer in person, but have been doing behind-the-scenes marketing and design work to support the pantry. I am proud to be a small part... more »

  mlagory wrote:

I have been working with Firehouse Shelter for many years now. It is an impressive organization that serves more homeless persons than any other facility in the state of Alabama. It keeps adminsitrative costs low while still providing the services necessary... more »

  RodScott wrote:

I have been a lifelong resident of Wheeling and have seen many charitable organizations try to address social issues, but none does it as purposefully and properly as the Soup Kitchen. They cut the red tape and qualification hoops and simple help everyone... more »

  Mary351 wrote:

This charity is run by great 8 year old who cares for humanity with all his heart. He loves giving food, toiletries & clothes to those who need them. He is very humble but gets a big smile on his face when he receives donations to help his duper friends!... more »

  gotgrace2 wrote:

Vineyard Church does a great job meeting the needs of the people of our community with it's bimonthly food pantry. more »

  SheilaO wrote:

Through a very well run organization that is extremely enthusiastic and focused with a management team wanting to truly improve the lives of the homebound and elderly, I have been working with Senior Outreach Services aka Meals on Wheels for almost decade.... more »

  LoveToGive wrote:

Masbia on 14th Ave may be the most amazing restaurant in the United States. Each table has an artificial flower arrangement to give each diner privacy. The food is hot, fresh, and served with respect. All three of those statements demonstrate why... more »

  maryanndefazio wrote:

I worked as a volunteer at Wellspring once a week for seven years (three to four hours at a time) I've also worked at some of the annual functions over the years. This is without a doubt one of the best run, most open-hearted, and well functioning programs... more »

  enice wrote:

Hope Haven has been an excellent resource in catering to the needs of the homeless population in Lewiston. They have provided meals, clothing, and household items to countless number of needy people here in the Lewiston, Me area. more »

  DaleVolunteer wrote:

I have the opportunity to volunteer at Meals On Wheels of Northampton County every day. I especially enjoy delivering meals on various routes. The clients are always appreciative of the visit and the meals. I also do grocery shopping for seniors through... more »

  white wrote:

Volunteers deliver my meals with a smile. I am very blessed b/c volunteers do not get paid more »

  Anne wrote:

When I first walked into the Lawrence Community Shelter (LCS), I saw the many faces of homelessness and immediately felt helpless and hopeless. What could I do to really help? There were so many people that needed more than I could ever give. I soon realized... more »

  Sonia G. wrote:

The Soup Kitchen is an amazing organization. For over 30 years, this fine organization has been welcoming people in need, feeding them hot, nutritious meals. No questions asked. On average they serve almost 700 meals and distribute approximately 120... more »

  Roxanne8 wrote:

This organization has been around for over 30 years helping those in need, by feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, helping those persons in need to stay in their homes and helping those to step up to their potential. CMPGC has given produce food to... more »

  Yolanda wrote:

We signed up for the Thanksgiving Basket being offered through the Union Gospel Mission because our little family of four including our 2 toddlers, have been struggling recently to make ends meet. I didn't expect what we got and how many people they... more »

  dCalvert wrote:

Eva's Village is among the most comprehensive anti-poverty non profits in the state of New Jersey, creating positive change for people in great need. Eva's Village provides an access center to engage those in need and create a plan of assistance, then... more »

  Andrea wrote:

I am a new employee at the JCC in San Francisco and am really impressed with the quality of both their programming and operations. As someone who previously worked in the private sector, I was unprepared for the level of professionalism, enthusiasm,... more »

  Wally Gonzales wrote:

I am the Executive Director of a local nonprofit called Project Dignity. We work directly with Communty SeniorServ to provide nutritious meals to homeless seniors and disabled citizens living in residential motels in Orange County. Community SeniorServ... more »

  gcooper wrote:

I have been a volunteer with CNNSSA and The Meals on Wheels Foundation of Cook County/Northern Illinois for more than 15 years. I currently handle maintenance and care of vehicles owned and operated by CNNSSA and MOWF. I work with CNNSSA managers and... more »

  paxmom wrote:

Doing a wonderful job raising awareness of the hungry in our community and finding new and better ways to get the resources to the people who need them. This group harnesses outreach, coordination, compassion and passion for helping others in wonderful... more »

  Chelsea C. wrote:

As the Coordinator of the Campus Kitchen at the University of Massachusetts Boston (CKUMB), I've had the pleasure (and challenges) of starting a Campus Kitchen from the beginning. As our Leadership Team formed and we gained some momentum, we focused ourselves... more »

  scottbburg wrote:

The 1Eighty team have a passion for serving the Lord. Their dedication and willingness to go out of their way to assist those in need is beyond admirable. God is blessing this ministry in great ways and I'm glad to have a front row seat to see all that... more »

  dtyagi wrote:

This group has helped our community in so many ways, and the more I see of them, the more impessed I become. Their staff works tirelessly in order to bring food to the community and has done an amazing job with their limited budget. more »

  RAS75 wrote:

One catholic community with 2 historical churches. more »

  alicem wrote:

volunteer with the Veterans Program and volunteer with Thanksgiving Baskets. Was amazing to work with both programs; the recipients were so grateful! Loving the needy is so rewarding! more »

  Peanut wrote:

Great atmosphere and great people, a wonderful soup kitchen! I would recommend volunteering here to everyone in Westchester County or New York City. more »

  Writer wrote:

Our church has been working with Spectrum Community Service's lunch program for quite a number of years. It provides nutritious, tasty, and affordable lunches for our older adults. An important side benefit is the social interaction and connection over... more »

  Writer wrote:

Great place to volunteer but some of their practices are unhealthy for the patrons they service examples include:*Volunteers not using gloves while preparing and serving food.*Serving rotten and or damaged fruits *Reheating cooked 3x gumbo... more »

  TLDADRD wrote:

The Office for the Aging staff was extremely helpful when I requested servies for my mother. They were prompt, professional and explained all of the services available (not just their own) more »

  Lynette wrote:

I am a former volunteer who is currently an employee, but I am not writing this under duress, and no one else in my agency is likely to see it. I love this organization, and I work here because I believe in this organization and the work it... more »

  Brenda97 wrote:

We are a creative group of people in Sami' s arts and crafts class. We also have interesting day trips. more »

  Machkat wrote:

If you are looking for a charity in South Florida to allocate your volunteer time and /or money, Cooperative Feeding Program (LifeNet4Families) should be the one you select! The Executive Director is most passionate about this organization. she leads... more »

  ward wrote:

Rachael's provides hope and help to homeless women. we have a day center that provides meals, showers, laundrey facilities, counseling, training, and referral services. We have a permanent housing program with 17 units. We have a kind, caring, nurturing... more »

  Jane28 wrote:

The St. Louis Area foodbank touches the lives of over 57,000 individuals each week as they provide hunger relief to those struggling with food insecurity. Their service territory covers more than the St. Louis metropolitan area - it includes 14 Missouri... more »

  michaeljay wrote:

Coalition for the Homeless does a great job feeding the needy in Orlando, FL. They appreciate thier volunteers and make it a great experience more »

  dfp19 wrote:

People of People Inc. does a phenomenal job with very limited resources to feed the hungry in Rockland County, make sure their children start school in September with a full back pack, and ensure for those children a Holiday gift in December. Although... more »

  hattiemiller wrote:

I have been a volunteer at the Ballard Food Bank for 7 months and plan to continue to do so. I have been very impressed with the way this organization works. They provide essential services for people who need some help as well as providing grocery... more »

  MelissaGhost wrote:

This client was not well served, sheltered, or respected by this scurriously corrupt and pernicious pseudo-charitable family controlled psuedo-nonprofit corporation. more »

  ac1775a wrote:

I've been going to Thrive DC since May 2013, and each time I am blown away by the selfless dedication the staff shows for their clients. Any questions or concerns clients have are answered immediately, and the staff treats their clients as a part of their... more »

  ajk268 wrote:

Stone Soup Café offers weekly pay-what-you-can Community Meal and Grocery programs from their home in downtown Greenfield. The meals are always prepared from scratch by a small staff coordinating the efforts of hundreds of volunteers. The food is delicious,... more »

  GiffordClaiborne wrote:

Outstanding Christian organization that focuses of feeding the hungry and helping the poor and homeless all in Jesus' name. They serve hot, sit-down meals for the homeless and poor from local church sites at various locations around San Bernardino each... more »

  Jmonty wrote:

Great heart for people. Warm and caring place. They provide breakfast Monday thru Friday to over 125 people daily. Offer GED classes, computer skills and more. more »

  diane1210 wrote:

Amazing Charity - they do all they can to help the community! more »

  Bonni_V wrote:

My mother became sick during the summer of 2014 and was unable to cook for herself any more. Our doctor told us about Meals On Wheels, how they bring you food every day or once a week if you would rather receive it that way. I contacted Meals On Wheels... more »

  cubs1969 wrote:

I have been a regular volunteer at HOPE Food Pantry for 13 months. Our volunteers provide several hundred food insecure families and individuals from New Rochelle with healthy food (meat, dairy, vegetables, and nonperishables) every week. We also distribute... more »

  Lisa J wrote:

Great food pantry and dinner program. Wonderful, caring people, good nutritious food. more »

  Duane F. wrote:

Neighbors Together is a fantastic organization. They are so much more than a place that serves meals. They really empower the disenfranchised and help people turn their lives around. I'm most impressed by the level of care and respect they demonstrate.... more »

  Kzooreviewer wrote:

They once did great things, helping people in a tough spot turn the corner. Unfortunately now they've become a charity that exists for its own sake. They've become part of the problem rather than the solution. Their existence attracts throngs of gutter... more »

  LisaOregon wrote:

I recently received a letter from UGM-Portland (Oregon), thanking me for a $100 donation I allegedly made 12/7/23. I made no such donation. The letter was signed electronically by UGM-Portland Executive Director Matt Stein.I don't know if this... more »

  anon4567 wrote:

FEEST is an amazing org that truly embodies their missing while also understanding that focus can and will change. I am thrilled to be a donor! more »

  nottobebullied wrote:

Had it for my elderly parent. One employee in RI location in Providence is a bully. Volunteers went next door to talk with and park at their house and crossed over to my parent after. My parent did not answer the door as parent thought they were vendors... more »

  Jimmy c wrote:

Came to Our Father's House Soup Kitchen 16 years back, only to help my wife out for one afternoon ( I actually gave up a Golf Outing ). 16 years later , retired and 4 day a week volunteer here at the 'Kitchen'. Love every second of it. more »

  grantk4 wrote:

I have volunteered with Open Hand Atlanta many times. The staff is extremely friendly, effecient and very organized. They have an electronic check in proceedure which makes getting started very quick, easy and efficient. The staff keeps the volunteer... more »

  jean wrote:

Meals on Wheels does so much more than provide hot meals. There compassion for people (and their pets) is endless. Totally self less in their mission to provide assistance in our community. "two thumbs WAY up. more »

  Meals on Wheels wrote:

I've been volunteering for Meals on Wheels of Chester County in PA for about 9 years. It is incredibly rewarding! All that is required is that you can drive your own car to deliver already prepared hot meals to the homebound. Most of the clients are... more »

  Karen1969 wrote:

Donors Beware. Already a donor? Investigate where the money is going. more »

  ElisieBeth wrote:

Rose Haven has a holistic approach to helping women and children in need. They are a single point of contact for women to access resources, vital supplies and be safe. more »

  driley wrote:

Many years of 20 loving service! thankyou! forever! more »

  aharding wrote:

Meals On Wheels Yolo County is doing amazing work in their community as they work tediously to feed many more needy seniors in our area! Without them, these seniors wouldn't have any food! more »

  julhowell wrote:

I would like to donate my time if you need some help. Julie 8635143679 more »

  Eileen_S wrote:

My mother taught me the importance of giving whatever you can, and now I give in her spirit and memory.My earliest memory is of my mother reading. She read voraciously; she wanted to understand everything. It was a window on worlds she would never... more »

  Sal T. wrote:

I've been volunteering for a few years and have found it to be truly rewarding. The staff at the office is pleasant and very helpful. I have a route every Friday delivering to 12 recipients who are delighted to know that someone cares. I deliver two meals... more »

  yennifer1974 wrote:

Worst food lately. Somebody is embezzling money from the food. I’ve seen better food in prison. Today is February 9, 2025. I went there to eat lunch rice that won’t fully cooked black beans and a piece of bread about 2 inches. Someone is definitely... more »

  2424nascar wrote:

I have been getting meals on wheels for about 14/years and u can't tell yiy how much it means to me , I would not have a hot meal every day ,but with them I get them and every year I get more than that I get love and care from them I gave a great holiday... more »

  Jwill wrote:

This foundation is going to be the biggest and best foundation ever created because they are committed to making a real difference in communities by creating opportunity and support for those who think there is no hope, that the life they have is the... more »

To be a leader in providing outstanding programs and supportive services in the greater cleveland area that enhance the quality... more »

Since 1994 the mooresville soup kitchen has been a place of acceptance and compassion. Our mission is to provide nourishing meals,... more »

TO DELIVER DAILY NUTRITIOUS MEALS TO THE FRAIL AND ELDERLY MEMBERS OF OUR COMMUNITY WHO HAVE LIMITED ABILITY TO SHOP AND PREPARE... more »

Our mission is to help hungry, poor and destitute men, women and children transform their lives through the power of God in Jesus... more »

Feed US Kids founded in 2002 grew out of the need of so many under nourished children that were going to bed hungry at night with... more »

To feed the hungry more »

The mission of Friends of the Needy is to help foster the necessary spiritual depth and growth that volunteers and caregivers... more »

To provide nutritious meals and support services, including safety and transportation services, to qualified elders and/or homebound... more »

Prepares and serves one meal per day for the needy. more »

To help feed those who are in need, without regard to age, race, sex, religion, or national origin. more »

Providing meals to the hungry of north iowa. more »

Feed the homeless and disadvantaged in inner city denver, colorado. more »

Project Success mission is to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout the world and to assist, support and provide social,... more »

To share food and friendship with the homeless and disadvantaged of Northwest DC and establish relationships that continue from... more »

Meals on Wheels Association of America, formerly known as the National Association of Meal Programs, was founded in 1974 to work... more »

To provide child nutrition counseling and partial meal reimbursement for feeding nutritious meals to children in a family child... more »

We feed the hungry, clothe the poor and teach the gospel of Jesus Christ to all. more »

Agewell services mission is to promote healthy aging and maximize independence through nutrition, wellness, and supportive services... more »

Assist elderly, housebound, hospitalized and homeless with programs providing snacks, meals, clothing and car rides to and from... more »

Meals on wheels - help for our homebound: the mission of meals on wheels of asheville-buncombe more »

Meal preparation & delivery to shut-ins more »

Provide nutritious meals more »

Great Falls Rescue Mission is a non-profit Christian organization committed to serving North Central Montana. Our mission is transforming... more »

To provide congregate and home delivered meals to the public. more »

To help provide meals and social interaction for the senior citizens of the hinkley california area more »

Nourish Madagascar seeks to ensure that the children of Madagascar have proper nourishment so that they can reach their full potential... more »

OUR MISSION STATEMENT To Help Eliminate Food Insecurity & Social Isolation In Our Aging Population... To provide services... more »

Meals on Wheels Association of America, formerly known as the National Association of Meal Programs, was founded in 1974 to work... more »

Provide a hot free meal to those in need 5 days a week! more »

To provide hot, nutritious meals to disabled and persons who are over the age of 60 and are unable to provide for themselves,... more »

Our Mission Statement: "God has placed us in downtown Indianapolis to welcome all people into the body of Christ. We reflect... more »

To assist seniors in maintaining optimal health, independence, and socialization, deferring admission to long term care facilities... more »

The mission of the senior nutrition program is to promote the health and quality of life of senior citizens and disabled persons... more »

To provide a meal and friendly visit to the homebound of rowan county more »

Delivery of meals to the aged and disabled more »

The organization operates a social and recreational center for the spokane area's aging population and a home delivered meal program... more »

To provide meals, transportation, and health maintenance services to the elderly more »

Meals on Wheels Association of America, formerly known as the National Association of Meal Programs, was founded in 1974 to work... more »

Meals on Wheels Association of America, formerly known as the National Association of Meal Programs, was founded in 1974 to work... more »

Non denominational youth mission facility where the youth of albany and the surrounding area will have a safe and supervised place... more »

To see lives transformed among the homeless and addicted in San Diego. more »

Bring together material, financial and human resources of the private and public sector of the community to improve the quality... more »

Providing a meal to the homeless and hurting in the Washington County area. more »

To provide at home meals for the elderly or homebound residents of sun city and youngtown, arizona. more »

Our mission is to assist the senior citizens of jefferson parish to age with dignity and independence in the place and manner... more »

Senior services more »

The mission of the wkrc is to integrate the value of education with the benefits of whole foods and nourishing meals for individuals... more »