A recent study from Santa Clara University highlights a critical reality: food insecurity remains highest in East San Jose, even after people access existing assistance programs. In neighborhoods like Mayfair and Alum Rock, nearly 30% of residents continue to struggle with consistent access to nutritious food. We’re grateful to the study for shedding light on where the need is greatest, because understanding the gaps helps us focus our efforts where they matter most. As we ex

Whether you have time, money, or talent, we encourage you to reach out to us and get involved in 2026! https://sanjosespotlight.com/editorial-finding-purpose-in-2026/

Thank you to KRON4's team for coming out again and highlighting Christmas at the Kitchen! https://www.kron4.com/video/marthas-kitchen-serves-holiday-meal-boosts-spirits-in-san-jose/11360719/

We’re grateful to see local journalism shining a light on the growing need across the Bay Area. Thank you to the student reporter who took the time to interview our team and thoughtfully tell this important story on how community services are stepping up amid rising poverty. Your work helps elevate the voices of those we serve and the urgency of this moment. We appreciate your dedication to impactful storytelling and community awareness. https://scotscoop.com/rise-in-poverty-

Thanksgiving was a fun time at Martha's Kitchen -- thank you to KRON4 and Rep. Sam Liccardo for coming out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7tSjJ13xDU

We are so grateful to Mirastar Federal Credit Union for sponsoring an extra-special meal on December 2nd and bringing their "Teddy Bears on Patrol" to Martha's Kitchen in Hollister, CA. https://sanbenito.com/seniors-treated-to-new-teddy-bears-in-hollister/

Thank you Stephanie Lin for having our Executive Director, Bill Lee, on your KRON4 show. Watch the clip to hear Bill talk about The Risk of Food Insecurity in Santa Clara County study, produced by Dr. S. Andrew Starbird of the Leavy School of Business at Santa Clara University. https://www.kron4.com/video/combatting-food-insecurity-in-santa-clara-county/11305590

Check out our Executive Director, Bill Lee, on NBC Bay Area this morning. He’s featured in a segment highlighting the impactful work being done by Martha's Kitchen. Watch and learn more about the positive difference being made in our community: https://www.nbcbayarea.com/video/news/local/south-bay-nonprofit-improving-services/3987599/

People struggling with food insecurity will still be able to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal thanks to nonprofits like Martha's Kitchen. As our Executive Director Bill Lee says, " “None of us can solve this problem individually, but collectively we can all make a big impact. And everyone that gets fed is one less person that’s hungry out there.” https://sanjosespotlight.com/where-to-find-a-free-thanksgiving-meal-or-food-box/

The Mercury News recently highlighted a growing crisis: more Californians are struggling to access SNAP benefits, pushing even more families into food insecurity. At Martha’s Kitchen, we see the impact every day, and we’re committed to filling the gap with nutritious, prepared meals for our neighbors in need. As food assistance becomes less reliable, community support matters more than ever. We’ll keep showing up. And we invite our partners and supporters to stand with us as

Watch this clip of our Executive Director, Bill Lee, on Univision, discussing how Martha's Kitchen helped local TSA agents with food support during the government shutdown: https://www.youtube.com/live/xP3RjhtMbko?t=1259s

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No one should have to wonder where their next meal is coming from. With food-stamp benefits set to end in November, thousands of families will face even greater food insecurity. At Martha’s Kitchen, we’re already seeing more people turning to us for help, and we’re preparing to meet that growing need.  Learn how to help: marthas-kitchen.org #FoodSecurity   #CommunitySupport   #EndHunger   #MarthasKitchen https://www.huffpost.com/entry/food-stamps-ending-in-november_l_68ffb7cc

Executive Director Bill Lee says new kitchen will allow the nonprofit to serve 7 million meals a year https://www.mercurynews.com/2025/10/16/marthas-kitchen-moves-into-bigger-facility-in-san-jose/

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Read about our relationship with Humane Society Silicon Valley here: https://www.hssv.org/blog/at-marthas-kitchen-compassion-comes-with-a...

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