Jubilee Kitchen

Who Can Visit?

Jubilee Kitchen is open to everyone who needs support, no questions asked. There are no eligibility requirements. Families, seniors, children, individuals facing homelessness, and anyone going through a hard time are all welcome.

Food & Essentials

The kitchen serves free hot breakfast and lunch every day from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with dine-in and takeout options available. At the food pantry, guests can choose fresh produce, meat, dairy, and pantry items from the shelves. The food pantry is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

How to Pick Up

The food pantry is a self-select pantry where guests shop and pick their own groceries, including fresh produce, meat, dairy, and shelf-stable items. Walk-ins are welcome. If you're homebound or have a disability that makes visiting difficult, home delivery may be available. Contact (412) 261-5417 to ask.

Additional Support

Jubilee Kitchen offers many services beyond food:

• Social Services (Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM): Help with ID, transportation, crisis support, a mailing address, SNAP enrollment, and other government program applications.
• Health Services: Healthcare partners are on site every week and can connect guests with physical and mental health referrals.
• Housing Support: Staff connect guests with housing resources through Allegheny Link weekly. The Preventing Homelessness Program offers one-time financial help for rent, utilities, and mortgage payments to prevent eviction.
• Employment Services: The Job Corner helps with resume writing, interview preparation, and job search training.
• Path to Self-Sufficiency: A personalized case management program covering housing, well-being, financial management, education, and employment.
• Childcare: The John Heinz Child Development Center provides affordable, high-quality early education for children ages 12 months to 5 years. Visit johnheinzchilddevcenter.com for more.

Facilities

Jubilee Kitchen offers free on-site facilities. Guests can access showers and personal care products, and take advantage of free laundry with all supplies provided (Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM). The Clothing Room (Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM) lets guests choose clothing, shoes, coats, hats, gloves, and blankets at no cost. Shoes and boots are distributed twice a year.

Ways to Give

Jubilee Kitchen welcomes donations in several ways:

• PayPal Giving Fund: 100% of your donation goes directly to programs since PayPal Giving Fund charges no fees.
• Check: Mail to Jubilee Kitchen, P.O. Box 42251, Pittsburgh, PA 15203-0051.
• United Way: Designate Jubilee Kitchen using code 313.
• Employer matching: Many employers match charitable gifts. Check if yours does and designate Jubilee Kitchen.

For donation questions, contact Maria at (412) 261-5417 Ext. 106 or reach the Executive Director at mark@jubileesoupkitchen.com.

How to Join the Team?

Kitchen volunteers are needed every day of the year from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Tasks include meal preparation, serving guests, cleaning and dishwashing, helping in the Clothing Room, and organizing the Food Pantry.

To get started, fill out the volunteer interest form at jubileekitchen.org/volunteer-2. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Minors should come with a parent, guardian, or chaperone. Groups should call at least one month ahead to reserve a time. For questions, contact Kavana at (412) 261-5417 Ext. 102.