1 in 5 Pittsburgh
children face hunger. Together, we can change that.
Over 160,000 people in Allegheny County suffer from food insecurity. More than 1 in 3 children rely on government funding for their food. Behind these heartbreaking statistics are real families struggling to put fresh, nutritious meals on their tables.
At Our Giving Kitchen, we believe in the power of community and the joy of giving. Every week, do-gooders across Pittsburgh gather in our kitchen to prepare fresh, nutritious meals that are distributed to neighbors in need via our discreet and dignified storefront and partnering community organizations.
Giving back never tasted so good.
real impact
Every meal you help prepare provides hunger relief and restores dignity for families facing food insecurity across Greater Pittsburgh.
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real fun
From chopping veggies to rolling meatballs, from labeling containers to assembly lines, OGK sessions are fun for volunteers of all ages - no cooking experience needed
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real connection
Meet others who share your passion for giving back. Build friendships, enhance your cooking skills and have an absolute blast doing it.
Our recipe?
Fresh ingredients, volunteer cooks, and a heart to serve
We're not your typical soup kitchen or food pantry. We're an inclusive, non-denominational extension of the Pittsburgh Jewish community that welcomes volunteers of all backgrounds for a hands-on, interactive way to give back to our community.
♥ FRESH MEALS MADE WITH LOVE
Every nutritious meal is made from scratch using high-quality ingredients and distributed the same day to local families in need. No preservatives, no cans—just wholesome food with heart.
♥ FUN EXPERIENCE FOR ALL AGES
No boring food drives or assembly lines here. Every OGK session offers an engaging, interactive experience that's anything but ordinary. Roll up your sleeves, bring your family, make new friends, and feel great about giving back.
♥ PARTNERING FOR IMPACT
We team up with food banks, shelters, community centers, and places of worship across Greater Pittsburgh to get fresh meals directly to families who need them most, building bridges and maximizing our impact.
100+
homemade meals
prepared per session
20,000
meals prepared
in 2024
1,000
volunteers
in 2024
15,000
volunteer hours
in 2024
How you can get involved
Ladies Hospital Aid Society • Jewish Healthcare Foundation • Marstine Family Foundation • PNC Charitable Trust • Buncher Foundation • Wein Family • Milch Family •
Craving a meaningful way to give back?
Sign up for updates on upcoming cooking sessions, store hours and ways to make a difference.
