The Community Kitchen, located at 1611 Spring Street in Jeffersonville, Indiana, is a charitable organization whose mission is to provide a free, hot, nutritious meal, Monday – Friday & Sundays, to the needy and hungry in our area. Founded in 1989 by a group of dedicated volunteers, the Kitchen began as a small operation but has grown steadily and now serves 60,000 meals annually. It is wholly supported by cash and in-kind donations from the township trustee and local businesses, churches and individuals.
We recognize there is a need to provide food for the hungry and homeless in our community. Our patrons come from all walks of life. Some are elderly and on a fixed income which does not last through the month; some are temporarily unemployed and need help for a short period of time; some are under-employed making low wages and this helps them supplement their food, rent or medical expenses; some are single mothers with children; some are homeless and this is the only meal they get daily.
The Community Kitchen’s mission is to alleviate hunger and nourish our community by providing daily wholesome meals and support to those in need, six days a week. We are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive space where individuals facing food insecurity can find nourishment, hope, and dignity. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that access to nutritious food is a fundamental right for all members of our community.
To be able to provide this service, the Kitchen needs a large group of volunteers (approximately 100) to procure and store the food and supplies, prepare and serve the food, clean up and maintain the building and handle the administrative duties. We are grateful for support from the community! To help us fulfill our mission, we invite you to consider several ways to contribute. You can contribute using the “Give Back” drop down menu or by clicking any of the links below:
- Purchase much-needed items directly from our Amazon Wish List
- Donate securely on the donations page or by using the Venmo app @Community-Kitchen-5
- Volunteer your time, preparing and serving meals
To stay connected and learn more about our work, please visit us on Facebook! We appreciate your generosity.
Thank you.
The Community Kitchen
Jeffersonville Community Kitchen 