What is your organization’s mission statement?

Our mission is to be a community organization where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, receives food, and feels comfortable asking for help.

What population do you serve?

Community Kitchen, Inc. serves fragile and economically disadvantaged persons in the central Columbus area; primarily in the near south side and near eastside of the city. We are the only soup kitchen in the Columbus area that intentionally targets families and children and attempts to provide a safe, welcoming environment for families.

How many do you serve in a year?

In 2013, we served over 94,000 meals.