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Our Mission
Parish Hall Kitchen’s mission is to FEED our neighbors, EMPOWER their lives, and NOURISH our community.
Our Vision
We envision a community where no one is hungry, everyone is treated with dignity, and opportunities for growth and connection are within reach for all.
Our Story
Parish Hall Kitchen's programs have been a cornerstone of compassion in West Chester, PA. What began as a simple act of faith, serving meals to neighbors in need, has grown into a dynamic organization dedicated to providing programs that address food insecurity and creating opportunities for growth and belonging.
A Brief History
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1987: Church of the Holy Trinity, alongside other local congregations, begins feeding the hungry through Community Dinners.
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2009: Community Dinners evolves into Friday Night Supper, transforming from a traditional soup kitchen into a dignified, family-style dining experience.
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2018: Parish Hall Kitchen is founded as an independent nonprofit to expand the mission beyond Friday meals and include culinary job training and workforce development.
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2020: During the COVID-19 pandemic, Parish Hall Kitchen To Go is created to provide ready-to-heat meals to families facing food insecurity, distributing 4,000 meals in its first year.
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2022: Renovations begin on The Common Grounds building at 10 W. Barnard Street—future home of PHK’s social enterprise café and catering operation.
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2025: Parish Hall Kitchen continues to thrive, serving meals weekly, distributing thousands of prepared meals annually, and planning the relaunch of its culinary training program through The Café at Common Grounds.
Our Values
Hospitality: Everyone is welcome at our table.
Empowerment: We believe in building skills, confidence, and opportunity.
Community: We thrive when we serve and support one another.
Sustainability: We invest in programs that nourish both people and purpose for generations to come.
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