2023 - The Kitchen

28 Jul 2023

Corwin Automotive to Donate Portion of August Sales to The Kitchen

In August, Corwin Automotive will donate a portion of all vehicle sales to The Kitchen to help end homelessness in the Ozarks. Shop Corwin CDJR of Springfield, Corwin Ford of Springfield, and Corwin Ford of Republic for all your automotive needs. Visit Corwin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT at 3306 E Kearney St on Friday, August 18 10am-noon for a special event for the promotion. Tour the state-of-the-art dealership, learn about The Kitchen, and get a coupon for a free oil change while supplies last. For questions about the promotion, contact Albert Sandford with Corwin Automotive at (417) 862-9272 or…

20 Jul 2023

The Kitchen Awarded Grant for New Rare Breed Learning Center

The Kitchen has been awarded a grant from The Timken Foundation of Canton for the development of a new learning center at Rare Breed Youth Services. The Learning Center will be a place for youth to engage with critical life skills, education/job preparation, and housing intakes. The center will also be used for staff training and development. The grant will provide new technology including computers, tablets, a printer, and a projector; furnishings like tables, chairs, and a podium; online training materials for case managers; and two new air conditioning units to service the building. The learning center will expand Rare…

19 Apr 2023

Reflecting on 40 Years

It’s hard to believe it’s been 40 years. On Palm Sunday in 1983, Sister Lorraine Biebel took $50 and turned it into meals for homeless and hungry people in our community. The Kitchen has continued to grow from that day—through the vision and dedication of Sister Lorraine and the many blessings we receive from the community. Read more about our history of compassion in action. Sister Lorraine was a force for good in Springfield. She saw the need and worked tirelessly to meet it. I first met Sister when I volunteered at The Kitchen in high school. As part of…

13 Mar 2023

The Kitchen Celebrates 40 Years Serving the Community

The Kitchen will celebrate its 40th Birthday on Monday, March 27, 10am-noon with an open house and anniversary ribbon cutting at The O’Reilly Family Campus. Located at 730 N Glenstone Ave, the O’Reilly Family Campus houses The Kitchen’s Emergency Shelter and the Sam F. and June S. Hamra Family Support Services building. On March 27, 1983, Sister Lorraine Biebel took $50 and began serving meals to the homeless. That first meal was held in the St. Agnes School cafeteria and had 39 diners. In less than two months, Sister Lorraine and other volunteers were feeding over 200 people. Sister Lorraine’s…

28 Feb 2023

Shop At Harter House March 1-7 To Help The Homeless

Each year, Harter House stores host the Annual Jerry Bettlach/Jim Trimble Memorial to raise money for The Kitchen. These funds provide vital services to people who are homeless. Shop at Harter House stores March 1-7, and 5% of your purchase will go to The Kitchen. Harter House stores have raised over $1.3 million for The Kitchen through this event. We hope this will be a record-breaking year as Harter House celebrates 50 years in business! The Bettlach family started the Jerry Bettlach/Jim Trimble Memorial to honor two men who were dedicated to giving back to our community. “Jerry was a…

10 Jan 2023

Affordable Housing Tax Credits Available

55% Tax Credits are available through the Affordable Housing Assistance Program (AHAP) of the Missouri Housing Development Commission. The AHAP tax credit is a one-time credit donors may use towards their Missouri tax liability for up to 55% of the value of an eligible donation. How do I qualify? Individuals who report farm income; income from royalties or rental property; income from a Sole Proprietorship, S-Corporation, Partnership, or Limited Liability Company may qualify. Foundations and businesses may also qualify. Always discuss tax benefits with your tax advisor. Contact Chris Ijames, Director of Development at (417) 225-7416 or cijames@thekitcheninc.org to claim tax credits.

Year: 2023