"neighbors feeding neighbors"
We Can’t Help Everyone, But Everyone Can Help Someone.
The Hands of Hope Kitchen is a community-based program that welcomes and relies on volunteer and financial support from the local community. We believe that we are all one in community and strive to respect the dignity of those who come to us for a meal. Our meals are offered Wednesdays at noon, without charge, requirement, or question. We operate from St. Bridget’s Church Hall, 15 Church Street in Bloomfield, NY. The Hands of Hope Kitchen is an independent 501c3 not-for-profit organization, and is 100% volunteer run.

Our Testimonials
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"We enjoy the lunch not only for the wonderful food, but also for the friendships we have made over the years."
The Ridleys
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"Over the years my students have had the opportunity to give back to the community in which they live. Working at the Hands of Hope Kitchen has been an excellent service experience for all students who have participated. As a teacher in the community, I cannot stress enough the positive impact and opportunities it has created for students."
Kim Smith Bloomfield Middle & High School
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"The Hands of hope Kitchen is a community effort that benefits not only the recipients of the meal but also countless other Bloomfield residents who volunteer through a variety of channels. The Bloomfield School District, the Ontario County Sheriff's Department, local churches and even pitch in on an ongoing basis."
The Rev. Dr. C. Denise Yarbrough St. Peter's Episcopal Church
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"I can't imagine the amount of preparation that goes into making every Wednesday an hour of fellowship, good delicious home cooked meals, and so much love."
Nancy Gullo
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"I live on a limited budget. This meal we have every week is nutritious and helps with my food budget. I have made a lot of friends and look forward to Wednesdays."
Marie Welch
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"An entire book could be written about the benefits of the Hands of Hope Kitchen. This program gives people with a willingness to volunteer an opportunity to be of service. It gives the diners not only delicious and healthy meals but the companionship so many of us need as we age and eventually end up alone."
Marshal Larrabee & The Rev. Helen Hadley East Bloomfield United Methodist Church