Open Heart Kitchen

08/28/2026

Food insecurity doesn't always look the way you think.

In the Tri-Valley, more working families are struggling to make ends meet. When rent, utilities, or unexpected expenses rise, there may not be enough left for groceries.

Food insecurity isn't just an unemployment issue. It's a cost-of-living issue.

Learn why food banks are an essential part of our community safety net.

👉 Read the full post: https://www.openheartkitchen.org/post/why-working-families-in-the-tri-valley-need-food-banks

08/03/2026

Our community is strong and unified, and we’re so proud to be part of it.

Open Heart Kitchen is now preparing meals for the Spectrum Community Services Meals on Wheels program.

As longtime partners, our organizations have worked together to ensure that Tri-Valley seniors receive nutritious meals and vital socialization. This formal partnership is just the next step in the process. We’re proud to work with our friends at Spectrum. 🥰

Read more:

TRI-VALLEY — The nonprofit Spectrum Community Services has partnered with Open Heart Kitchen (OHK) to continue its Meals on Wheels program for homebound senior citizens, following a 30-year collaboration with

08/01/2026

Until August 7, 2026, kids and teens may pick up a free bag lunch, courtesy of Open Heart Kitchen, at Rincon and Springtown libraries (see days below). No paperwork or registration required. First come, first served. Vegetarian option available.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Rincon Library - 725 Rincon Ave.
12 - 1:30 p.m.

Tuesdays & Thursdays
Rincon Library - 725 Rincon Ave.
12 - 1 p.m.

07/31/2026

Major News Alert – Open Heart Kitchen is joining the Meals on Wheels Team!

Our newest blog takes a look at our recent partnership with Spectrum Community Services to provide meals for the Tri-Valley's Meals on Wheels program.

Open Heart Kitchen’s partnership with Spectrum will ensure that each day meals reach seniors who need them.

Read the post: openheartkitchen.org/post/ohk-joins-mow

07/30/2026

Did you catch this morning’s Philanthropy Thursday segment on KKIQ?
OHK’s Executive Director, John Bost, got to chat with Mel McKay about our upcoming fundraiser gala on September 11! Listen here:
post.futurimedia.com/kkiq/playlist/listen-2852.html

If you haven’t secured your ticket yet, it’s not too late! But seats and going fast, and our early-bird discount on tables of 10 ends tomorrow (7/31). Learn more and secure your ticket at:
openheartkitchen.org/gala

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Every Thursday Mel Mckay has a conversation with a representative from a non profit organization doing awesome things in our Hometown. If you want your organization featured on Philanthropy Thursday email me: [email protected]

07/30/2026

We love our community, and the incredible nonprofit partners that we get to collaborate with. 🥰

We're grateful to receive a generous grant from Tri-Valley NonProfit Alliance to partner with Open Heart Kitchen and CityServe of the Tri-Valley to support the well-being of our direct service staff and reduce the impact of secondary trauma.
Thank you, TVNPA, for investing in the people who make this work possible. Together, we're building a stronger, healthier community.

07/26/2026

Please join us in congratulating Open Heart Kitchen's newly elected Executive Committee!

⭐ Jewel Hunt, Board Chair
⭐ Kristina Vannoni, Vice Chair
⭐ Carla Moore, Secretary

We're grateful for their willingness to help guide Open Heart Kitchen and serve in these roles and over the next two years as we continue expanding access to nutritious food throughout the Tri-Valley.

Learn more about OHK's incredible Board of Directors:
openheartkitchen.org/our-board

Thank you to all of our Board members for generously sharing your time, expertise, and passion for our mission.

07/24/2026

Looking for a good listen? Check out today's episode of The Good Pod, with special guest John Bost- OHK's Executive Director!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Kl3hi1nQcLpbOcAJTsMHM?si=223cef59d8e24d8d&nd=1&dlsi=d111e01905e348af

The Good Pod · Episode

07/24/2026

Open Heart Kitchen is poised to present its annual fundraising event in September to support its community programming for hunger relief and housing.

07/24/2026

🧡 A heartfelt thank you to the generous sponsors of the 2026 Open Heart Kitchen Gala & Auction!

Your partnership makes it possible to bring our community together in support of neighbors experiencing hunger and homelessness. Because of your generosity, Open Heart Kitchen continues to provide roughly 4,000 free meals every day, operate a year-round emergency shelter, and increase access to nutritious food through the Open Heart Food Bank.

💎 Diamond Sponsors
• First Tech Fed
• Jeff & Doris Hank
• Phil & Kate Roush

💠 Platinum Sponsors
• Fremont Bank
• Jean King
• Pleasanton Weekly, Livermore Vine, and Danville San Ramon

🥇 Gold Sponsor
• Gene Morgan Insurance Agency

🥈 Silver Sponsors
• Kaiser Permanente
• Nuvision Credit Union
• Sunward
• The Independent Newspaper, Livermore, CA

Thank you for investing in a stronger, more food-secure Tri-Valley. We can't wait to celebrate with you on September 11! 🧡