Our Current Needs
Bluffton Community Kitchen relies on the generosity of our community to meet urgent needs and support our mission. Our current needs include non-perishable food items, fresh produce, personal hygiene products, and financial donations to keep our programs running. Whether you’re looking to donate goods, volunteer your time, or make a monetary gift, every contribution helps us fight hunger and nourish families in Bluffton. Check back regularly for updates as our needs evolve with the seasons and growing demand.
A New Facility
Presently, we pay to use space in a church. There isn’t enough storage, cooking ovens, refrigeration, and freezer space to accommodate and continue our growth. The estimated cost of a new building and equipment would be one million dollars.
Financial Help
Our second wish is for financial help with our day to day operating expenses; to pay our staff, rent, utilities, supplies and other expenses that total over $100,000 a year.
Commercial Display Shelves
Our fourth wish is for commercial display shelves for produce, can goods, meat, dairy, and frozen foods. The estimated cost is $1,000 each, and a total of $5,000.
Food & Non-Food Items
To purchase paper supplies and non-food items. The estimated yearly cost is $5,000. To purchase fresh vegetables for food preparation. The estimated yearly cost is $5,000.