MightyMeals Holiday Food Drive: Help Us Give Back to the DC Community

The holiday season is a time for giving, and this year, MightyMeals is excited to team up with Hearts of Empowerment to support Martha’s Table, a beloved Washington, DC-based nonprofit that has been empowering local families and communities since 1980. Our goal is to donate 1,000 cans to Martha’s Table, and we’re inviting you, our MightyMeals family, to join us in making this possible!

How It Works:

From November 20th to 24th, MightyMeals customers will have the opportunity to participate in this meaningful food drive. Simply leave your non-perishable donations out with your regular meal delivery, and our delivery team will pick them up during our scheduled delivery days: Wednesday (11/20), Thursday (11/21), Saturday (11/23), or Sunday (11/24). All donations will be delivered to Martha’s Table on November 26th, where they will be used to support families across the District of Columbia.

What You Can Donate:

We’re accepting non-perishable food donations, and we encourage you to check out Martha’s Table’s Donation Guidelines to ensure your donations meet their needs. Please make sure the items are unexpired and in good condition.

Key Dates:

  • Wednesday, November 20th
  • Thursday, November 21st
  • Saturday, November 23rd
  • Sunday, November 24th

 

We’ll pick up your donations on any of these days during your regular meal delivery.

How You Can Get Involved:

Participating is easy—simply set out your non-perishable donations when your delivery arrives on the days listed above. Whether you donate a few cans or a whole box, your contribution will make a difference in someone’s life.

At MightyMeals, we believe in the power of community and the impact we can create together. By partnering with Hearts of Empowerment and Martha’s Table, we’re working toward building a thriving future for Washington, DC. With your support, we can offer nourishing food to families, adding joy and connection to the holiday season.

Let’s come together to make this holiday season brighter for our community. We’re grateful for your support and excited to share food donations with Martha’s Table, thanks to your generosity!

Thank you for making a difference this holiday season!

About Hearts of Empowerment

Hearts of Empowerment is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit known for its steadfast mission to provide resources and tools to at-risk communities in order to break the cycle of generational poverty. Focused on education, mentorship, financial literacy, and health and wellness, the organization has positively impacted thousands of lives across the DC Metro Area. Over the past four years, Hearts of Empowerment has raised over $1 million and partnered with more than 50 organizations, including MightyMeals, to create lasting change in the community.

About Martha’s Table

At Martha’s Table, we believe every Washingtonian deserves the opportunity to thrive. Founded in 1980 as a safe space for children to access after-school meals, Martha’s Table has grown into a dynamic, community-led nonprofit, supporting over 30,000 residents across the District each year. Our mission is to build strong children, strong families, and strong communities. We do so by providing a holistic range of services focused on high-quality education, health and wellness, family support, and community investments that help our neighbors.

Visit marthastable.org to learn more about upcoming events and daily volunteer opportunities.

– Martha’s Table’s Markets –  

Martha’s Table’s Markets provides a no-cost, farmers market-style shopping experience, ensuring families have convenient access to fresh produce and pantry staples. Our markets operate Monday through Friday at both our SE and NW locations, offering a dignified, supportive environment for guests. This service is a key part of our broader food access initiatives, which distributed over 1.8 million meals last year to individuals and families facing food insecurity. By offering nutritious food in a welcoming, empowering space, we are committed to addressing immediate needs while promoting long-term well-being for our community.

Did you know? Of the 49 full-service grocery stores in the District of Columbia, only one is located in Ward 8. This highlights the significant disparities in access to healthy, affordable food across the District. (Source: DC Hunger Solutions)