Host a food drive this July in honor of Independence Day, or turn your Fourth of July get-together into a fundraiser for Mama’s Kitchen. Party with a purpose by asking friends and family to bring canned and dry goods, or monetary donations, for Mama’s Pantry. With your help, our 700+ Mama’s Pantry clients can become… Read the full article »
A Message from the Executive Director
The Constancy of Change Over the coming months Mama’s Kitchen will be exploring, implementing, and evaluating change. Some of the things in our hopper: On July 1, 2017, for one year, we will be piloting an expansion of our age limit for clients with cancer – from age 60 to age 65. This is… Read the full article »
Mama’s Day 2017 – San Diego’s Premiere Restaurant Tasting Extravaganza
Mama’s Day, San Diego’s most popular culinary and social event benefiting Mama’s Kitchen, will take place on Friday, May 12 at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla. Now in its 26th year, the Mama’s Day fundraiser is a major source of funding for Mama’s Kitchen, where San Diego’s finest chefs will serve guests delectable samples… Read the full article »
Fund-raise for Mama!
We’ve made it super easy and fun to raise money for Mama. You can set up a fundraising page, tell your story, and easily get your message out to your social contacts. And the possibilities are endless: Ask for donations to celebrate your (or a friend’s) birthday, host a food drive, put on a… Read the full article »
Foundation Highlight
San Diego County Employees’ Charitable Organization (CECO) Since 1956, the San Diego County Employees’ Charitable Organization CECO has stimulated interest and generous support among the employees and retirees of the County of San Diego Superior Court, through organized community campaigns to benefit health, recreation, and human care organizations. CECO has supported Mama’s Kitchen since 1994,… Read the full article »
Remembering Those We’ve Lost
It’s always sad when a client passes away, but we’re truly grateful that we were able give them nutrition and comfort at the end of their lives. We will miss Donald M., James D., Sergio G., Francisco S. and Jennifer S.
Natural Water the Natural Way
Just because your water is clear does not mean it’s healthy! Many flavored water products are filled with sugar or artificial sweeteners. While drinking any form of water is more beneficial than choosing a soda, there is a way to drink delicious flavored water without consuming additives, make your own flavored water! There are limitless… Read the full article »
Mama’s Meal Services – February 2017
Mama’s Kitchen continues to fill a need in our community by providing free hot, nutritious meals to men, women and children who are affected by AIDS or cancer. We offer 11 different meal plans to meet our clients’ nutritional requirements, and our meals are lovingly prepared and hand-delivered by hundreds of dedicated volunteers. Mama’s Pantry… Read the full article »
Join Us at the San Diego Pride Parade
Plan to walk with Mama’s Kitchen in the San Diego Pride Parade on July 15, 2017! We don’t have our exact location in the parade line-up yet, but will post it when it becomes available. You’re invited to join us, so come be part of the fun! The annual San Diego Pride Parade is among… Read the full article »
Calendar of Events: April – July 2017
Thursday, April 13: Volunteer Orientation 4-5 p.m. at Mama’s Kitchen Tuesday, April 25: Volunteer Orientation 4-5 p.m. at Mama’s Kitchen Friday, May 12: Mama’s Day, 6:30-9:30 p.m. General Admission; 5:30 VIP Entrance, at Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine Thursday May 18: Volunteer Orientation 4-5 p.m. at Mama’s Kitchen Tuesday, May 30: Volunteer Orientation… Read the full article »
Sycuan Supports Mama’s Kitchen
Mama’s Kitchen would like to send our sincerest thanks to the team at Sycuan Casino for their tremendous day of service. In February, a team of over 20 Sycuan Casino Team Members volunteered their time in our kitchen to prepare food items for our meal deliveries. The team even provided a catered lunch as a… Read the full article »
Pilot Project: Expanding our Cancer Nutrition Program
In an effort to explore the possibility of serving more people in our community, we’re excited to announce that our Board of Directors has recently approved a one-year pilot project which will extend the reach of our Cancer Nutrition program by raising the age limit from age 60 to 65. With increasing evidence that food,… Read the full article »
Letter from a client
When I got here three years ago I had no food and no money. And I was very hungry for about 3 weeks. I didn’t know where to turn for food, with this illness. Then I heard about Mama’s Kitchen. It helped save my life. I’m so grateful for Mama’s Kitchen. How they do it… Read the full article »
Press Release: Mama’s Day Tasting Extravaganza Fundraiser
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Suzy Garcia / Arika Daniels Scatena Daniels EDITOR: To download high-resolution images for publicity purposes, click here. Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine to Host 26th Annual Mama’s Day Tasting Extravaganza Fundraiser Friday, May 12: Support Mama’s Kitchen while sipping refreshing cocktails and savoring special dishes created by San… Read the full article »
HIV and Your Diet: How to Get the Nutrition You Need
Reprinted from Everyday Health High-fiber produce and anti-inflammatory omega-3s can help keep your immune system strong. By Kelly Mickle Medically Reviewed by Sanjai Sinha, MD Good nutrition is important for everyone, but when you’re living with HIV, a well-balanced diet can be especially valuable in helping you ward off other diseases while boosting your… Read the full article »
San Diego’s Original Tasting Event, Mama’s Day, Celebrates 26 Years
Chair Jennifer Kearns invites you to savor memorable signature dishes at this tasting extravaganza fundraiser, presented by Nordstrom and hosted by Sycuan San Diego – Feb. 27, 2017 – The 26th annual Mama’s Day is scheduled for Friday, May 12 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine… Read the full article »
RMD Group Supports Mama with a Virtual Food Drive
Mama’s Kitchen would like thank our friends at RMD Group for a hosting a virtual food drive to support our pantry service! Mama’s Kitchen’s pantry service helps provide lifesaving nutrition to San Diegans who are low-income and living with HIV/AIDS. Unlike other food banks and pantries, we offer perishable foods such as fresh ground beef,… Read the full article »
Letter from a Client
“Before I started receiving Mama’s Kitchen I didn’t know where my next meal was coming from and I was 20 lbs. underweight. I had no energy and was under constant stress. Just knowing there is food in my fridge and cabinets has given me great relief. I have since gained 20 lbs. I hadn’t even… Read the full article »
A Message from the Executive Director – Winter 2017
Our experience at Mama’s Kitchen during the holiday season is an affirming one. It’s one that leaves us feeling an overwhelming sense of gratitude for the expressions of generosity witnessed at this time: Food drives that support Mama’s Pantry; Financial gifts that support all of Mama’s services; and Volunteers that are eager to support the… Read the full article »
Mama’s Meal Services
Mama’s Kitchen helps people in our community who are struggling with AIDS or cancer get a second chance at life by providing 100% recommended daily nutrition to them during their illness. Often when illness strikes, our clients have nowhere to turn and are too sick to shop and cook for themselves and their children. In… Read the full article »
