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We envision a community where all people have the opportunity to live to their full potential; where everyone has food, housing, healthcare, education and the means to maintain them.

Martha’s Village & Kitchen looks to build on a successful 2022

April 25, 2023

Transforming the lives of those most in need in our community for the better is at the core of what we do at Martha’s Village & Kitchen, and in 2022 we were as successful as ever in achieving that goal. Faced with lingering hardships stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, we remained focused on accomplishing our goals in new and amazing ways. This past year, our hard work paid off as we were able to serve over 8,000 people in need here in the Coachella Valley. From providing food and shelter to clothing and countless other essential services, Martha’s Village & Kitchen was busier than ever. The following is a glimpse of our 2022 impact:

Martha’s Village & Kitchen provided over 300,000 meals, found permanent housing for over 500 people, and taught over 1,500 classes on important skills to help people become more self-sufficient. This work is vital in lightening the load on social services, law enforcement, and hospitals.

Of the many programs provided at Martha’s Village & Kitchen, our Residential Emergency Housing Program is one of the most vital. At its core, it provides temporary housing for those in need and 24-hour assistance in finding permanent homes. Our program historically places 85 percent of its residents in affordable and safe permanent homes, ending the cycle of homelessness.

Did you know that 1 of every 5 Californians doesn’t know where their next meal will come from? Our Food Services Program helps the working poor, limited-income households, the elderly, college students, and children feel more secure in where their next meal will come from. This program helps eliminate the choice between food and paying for rent, gas or other necessities. Of those surveyed in our program, 100 percent said that they not only feel better off financially, but that they feel healthier because of the food services provided by Martha’s Village and Kitchen.

There are too many children facing poverty and homelessness in our community. Thanks to Martha’s Village & Kitchen’s Children’s Services Program, we’re helping those who are most vulnerable and in need. This innovative program cares for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age, and over 97 percent of adult participants have stated that with our help, they were able to keep their jobs and support their families.

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The path to self-sufficiency is wrought with difficult decisions, one of those being determining which job path will help elevate clients out of homelessness. Our Career and Education Program teaches invaluable skills and has an over 75 percent success rate in helping people find gainful employment. From GED education to English as a second language courses, our program offers several ways to help people get on their feet. Our staff is Work Force Development State Certified and ready to help those in need become truly self-sufficient.

As you can see, Martha’s Village & Kitchen is more determined than ever to end homelessness in the Coachella Valley. Through providing temporary shelter, hunger relief, childcare programs, career education, and much more, we continue to assist those in need in a variety of ways. We do our best to maximize every dollar donated and continue to collaborate with partner organizations to help people regain their lives.

To learn more about what Martha’s Village & Kitchen accomplished in 2022, the goals we’ve set for 2023, and how you can help, click here.

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