Caring Kitchen
Established in 1985 by Carl and Nedra Gordon
what we do
For over 40 years, Caring Kitchen has been a place of help for neighbors facing hunger, homelessness, and hardship in Champaign County and its surrounding areas. We believe that every person deserves dignity, compassion, and a safe place to turn to in times of need. Through our Soup Kitchen, Food Pantry, Emergency Homeless Shelter and other supportive services, we walk alongside individuals and families as they work toward stability and a more secure future.
Caring Kitchen is a United Way Agency of Champaign County.
How we can help you
How you can help us
Volunteers are always needed and greatly appreciated. There are many areas where you can serve here. Typical tasks include meal preparation, serving, and cleanup. As well as folding, sorting, and organizing clothes. Please contact us if you have some time or a different talent you would like to share with us.
Donations of clean, new or gently used clothing of all sizes are always welcome. Small household appliances, bedding, towels, pots, pans, and dishes are also needed. Non-perishable food items can be donated at any time.
For your convenience, a loading or unloading zone is designated immediately in front of the shelter.