Martin Luther King Kitchen for the Poor

Martin Luther King Kitchen for the Poor Go to KitchenforthePoor.org to help those in need TODAY! The MLK Kitchen for the Poor was established in 1969 by the late Rev. According to the U.S.

Harvey Savage, Sr., in response to the tremendous need he saw in his community. Located in Toledo’s central city, the Kitchen feeds more than 200 people each weekday, from school children to the elderly. Some clients live in nearby housing projects or single-family homes; others are homeless. Census (2000), the median income in the neighborhoods served by the Kitchen is just $5,502. In addition to

serving meals in its dining room, the Kitchen also:

Delivers meals to the elderly and area shut-ins
Serves hot meals to neighborhood children during summer vacation
Provides ingredients for food-stamp recipient families to prepare meals at home
Helps needy families with meals during the holidays
Matches “adoptive” families with needy families to provide gifts for Christmas
Provides clothing, toys, counseling and support for the immediate community

🚨🎓 YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW! 🎓🚨The Juanita Savage-Person Memorial Scholarship is officially open! 💥Are you a Lucas County ...
05/21/2026

🚨🎓 YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW! 🎓🚨

The Juanita Savage-Person Memorial Scholarship is officially open! 💥

Are you a Lucas County student headed to a 2-year, 4-year, trade, or technical school this Fall 2026? This opportunity could help fund your next chapter!

✨ Designed to support future leaders—especially:
✔️ Toledo Public Schools graduates
✔️ Students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds

APPLY TODAY! 🔥

💰 Up to two scholarships awarded ranging from $500–$1,000.

🗓 Deadline: June 8, 2026
📧 Questions: [email protected]

Apply today:  https://form.jotform.com/253354280704151

05/09/2026
This Spring, we’re calling on YOU to partner with us!💵🤝🏽 Give Financially | Become a PartnerEvery dollar helps us contin...
04/14/2026

This Spring, we’re calling on YOU to partner with us!

💵🤝🏽 Give Financially | Become a Partner
Every dollar helps us continue being a beacon of light in our community.

Give today:
kitchenforthepoor.org
Zelle: [email protected]
CashApp: $MLKKITCHEN

No gift is too small. Every act of generosity makes a difference.

🚨🎓 LEVEL UP YOUR FUTURE! 🎓🚨The Juanita Savage-Person Memorial Scholarship is here—and this is YOUR moment!If you’re a Lu...
04/13/2026

🚨🎓 LEVEL UP YOUR FUTURE! 🎓🚨

The Juanita Savage-Person Memorial Scholarship is here—and this is YOUR moment!

If you’re a Lucas County resident preparing to start your first year at a 2-year, 4-year, trade, or technical school in Fall 2026, this opportunity was created with YOU in mind.

💡 Why Apply?
This scholarship is designed to fuel your dreams and fund your future—especially for:
✔️ Toledo Public Schools graduates
✔️ Students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds

🔥 Don’t just talk about your future…BUILD IT.

📩 This year, up to two scholarships, each ranging from $500 to $1,000, will be awarded.

🗓 Deadline: Monday, June 8, 2026
📧 Questions? [email protected]
Apply: https://form.jotform.com/253354280704151

We can’t let the day go by without celebrating our Executive Director, Harvey Savage Jr., on his birthday! Join us in wi...
03/29/2026

We can’t let the day go by without celebrating our Executive Director, Harvey Savage Jr., on his birthday! Join us in wishing him a very Happy Birthday! Thank You, Harvey for all you do!

01/26/2026

The MLK Kitchen will be closed Monday due to the weather. See you Tuesday.

As the weekend approaches and MONDAY arrives, be sure to BUNDLE UP 🧣🧤 and make plans to join us at 10AM for ✨ “A Faith T...
01/15/2026

As the weekend approaches and MONDAY arrives, be sure to BUNDLE UP 🧣🧤 and make plans to join us at 10AM for ✨ “A Faith That Builds the Future.” ✨ MLK Day Commemoration Service at Lo Salem. ⛪

➡️After worship, stop by The MLK Kitchen 🍽️ for a hot, delicious soul food meal ❤️🔥—served with love for the community.

🎯Let’s HONOR the Legacy.
🫶🏼Let’s SERVE the People.
🏗️Let’s KEEP BUILDING TOGETHER.

✨ THE WAIT IS OVER! ✨We’re beyond excited to announce the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Commemorative Service ho...
01/08/2026

✨ THE WAIT IS OVER! ✨

We’re beyond excited to announce the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Commemorative Service hosted by The MLK Kitchen in partnership with Lo Salem Church!

📅 Monday, January 19th
⏰ 10:00 AM
🎤 Theme: “A Faith That Builds the Future.”

Join us for a powerful, purpose-filled morning as we honor the legacy and live out the vision 💫
🙌 Special Guest: Rev. John C. Jones, President & CEO of HOPE Toledo

Come ready for inspiration, community, and faith in action. Let’s build the future—together. 🫶🏼✊🏽

🎄✨ Friendly Reminder! ✨🎄We OPEN back up Monday & Tuesday for lunch from 12:00PM–1:30PM 🍽️ 📦 Food boxes will be available...
12/25/2025

🎄✨ Friendly Reminder! ✨🎄

We OPEN back up Monday & Tuesday for lunch from 12:00PM–1:30PM 🍽️ 📦 Food boxes will be available 9:30AM–11:00AM.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas! 🎄🫶🏼🙏🏽

🎉 The Kitchen Holiday Party is TOMORROW—and we’re ready to serve YOU! 🎄❤️👉 Please note: An adult must be accompanied by ...
12/23/2025

🎉 The Kitchen Holiday Party is TOMORROW—and we’re ready to serve YOU! 🎄❤️

👉 Please note: An adult must be accompanied by a child in order for the child to receive a gift.

Address

650 Vance Street
Toledo, OH
43604

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 2pm
Tuesday 8am - 2pm
Wednesday 8am - 2pm
Thursday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+14192412596

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