January 26 Volunteer Orientation, Mama’s Kitchen, 4-5 p.m. Jan. 20 – Feb. 19 Altar Boyz playing at Coronado Playhouse February 1 – 29 Month-of-Love – Host a Food Drive! February 9 Volunteer Orientation, Mama’s Kitchen, 4-5 p.m. February 21 Volunteer Orientation, Mama’s Kitchen, 10-11 a.m. May 12 Mama’s… Read the full article »
Our Newest Program: Medical Nutrition Therapy
Food is Medicine Maintaining nutritional health is important to the overall health and immune system function for people living with HIV/AIDS. Many HIV-related conditions affect, and are affected by, the body’s nutritional status. To meet the nutritional needs of our clients, in 2016 Mama’s Kitchen began offering Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT). Designed to educate… Read the full article »
Nutrition News – All About Cheese
Cheese, Cheese, Cheese! Lots of us have a love/hate relationship with cheese. We love how it goes with a good glass of wine, tops a pizza or is a handy snack. We don’t care so much for its saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium content. The good news is that cheese can be part of a… Read the full article »
Remembering Those We’ve Lost
It is a great honor to have been able to provide comfort and hope to our clients who’ve battled critical illness at the end of their lives. While they are no longer physically with us, their spirit is always with us. Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of Francis R., Rita B., Lisa… Read the full article »
Letter from a Client
“I have been very grateful. Your meal deliveries kept me from starving. I lost over 50 lbs. in three months and have mobility problems. At one point, I had zero income, and because I was late sending in a bank statement it took me three months to get my food stamps. Mama’s Kitchen has been… Read the full article »
A Good Friend to Mama
Mama’s Kitchen would like to thank Swinerton and the Swinerton Foundation for their generous support throughout 2016! This year, Swinerton volunteers spent several afternoons in our kitchen preparing vegetable and snack items for our Home-Delivered Meals Service. These items are staples of our meal deliveries and help us provide a fresh and diverse menu to… Read the full article »
Pie in the Sky – A Sweet Success!
Thank you to all the volunteers, bakers, and sponsors, along with individuals and team sellers for their amazing energy and dedication to our Pie in the Sky bake sale. With the community’s united efforts, we surpassed our goal and raised over $127,000 which helps ensure individuals who are living with AIDS or cancer have hot… Read the full article »
This Holiday, Donate to our Virtual Food Drive
If you’d like to donate food or host a food drive, why not do it online? It’s easy, and by donating to Mama’s Virtual Food Drive, you can take advantage of our wholesale bulk buying power. That means your donation dollars go further, and your ability to help those in need is increased. Mama’s… Read the full article »
Tree of Life World AIDS Day Candlelight Vigil Set for December 1 at Village Hillcrest
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE San Diego – NOV. 3, 2016 – Mama’s Kitchen and Village Hillcrest will host the 25th annual Tree of Life Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016 at 6:00 p.m., at 3965 Fifth Avenue in Hillcrest. The ceremony, which is sponsored by AIDS Healthcare Foundation and considered San Diego County’s premiere… Read the full article »
The Normal Heart at Ion Theatre to Benefit Mama’s Kitchen
Mama’s Kitchen is teaming up with the Ion Theatre for a special performance of The Normal Heart on November 30th. 10% of all Nov. 30 ticket sales will be donated to Mama’s Kitchen, and you’ll have a chance to hear our Executive Director, Alberto Cortés, speak before the show. The Normal Heart runs from Nov…. Read the full article »
Join Us for World AIDS Day, December 1st
Each year, Mama’s Kitchen and Village Hillcrest commemorate World AIDS Day by recognizing and remembering those affected by AIDS, as well as the ongoing leadership efforts made to end the epidemic. It is an evening of special memories, singing and sharing, and a candle lighting to honor those affected by AIDS. Join us at our… Read the full article »
Calendar of Events: November – December 2016
Tuesday, November 1: Volunteer Orientation, 4-5 p.m. at Mama’s Kitchen Saturday, November 5: All-levels yoga class at Mosaic Yoga, 6:30 p.m. All donations benefit Mama’s Kitchen. If you’re unable to make the class, you can contribute at https://goo.gl/gT1GJh Thursday November 17: Volunteer Orientation, 4-5 p.m. at Mama’s Kitchen Saturday, November 12: Pie Box-Making Party at Mama’s Kitchen… Read the full article »
Bring Warm Holiday Spirit to Our Neighbors Battling Illness
Celebrate the spirit of giving with your friends and family and help Mama’s Kitchen feed our sick clients who are in need and often alone during the holidays. There are lots of ways that you can have fun while making a difference in the lives of homebound and critically ill neighbors: Buy or sell Thanksgiving pies… Read the full article »
In Memoriam
Our clients inspire us with their courage and strength during their struggle with critical illness. Our condolences to the friends and family of our clients who have recently passed, including Stanley P. and Steve G.
A Message from the Executive Director – Fall 2016
The absence of a consistent source of nutritious food triggers the vicious cycle of poor nutrition, worsening health, increased healthcare costs, increased poverty, and a less happy life. The nutrition services provided by Mama’s Kitchen can actually improve the lives for our clients with HIV or cancer. They are more likely to live independently, better… Read the full article »
Meal Services – September 2016
Mama’s Kitchen helps people in our community who are struggling with AIDS or cancer get a second chance at life by providing 100% 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. It’s our mission… Read the full article »
A Recipe For Love
Every ingredient that goes into our Pie in the Sky Thanksgiving Bake Sale is inspired by love. Pies are lovingly baked and donated by award-winning chefs, bakeries, and restaurants. Then, our generous community sponsors and underwriters provide critical financial support and media support. Lastly, our sweet and dedicated volunteers do everything from selling pies, assembling… Read the full article »
PROTEIN: 101
What is Protein? The word “protein” may conjure up thoughts of steak, soy or the latest high-protein, weight loss diet. Yet protein is not a food, but a necessary macronutrient that the body uses to build lean muscle, synthesize hormones, grow hair and nails, and maintain organs. Proteins are made up of building blocks, called… Read the full article »
San Diego County Bakers Pledge Support for West Coast’s Largest Bake Sale to Benefit Mama’s Kitchen
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE **Sycuan returns for twelfth year, joins bakers such as Behind the Scenes Catering and Sweet Cheeks Baking Co.; Sales begin October 10, 2016** San Diego – Sept. 26, 2016 – Wells Fargo, Walmart, The Original Pancake House of Poway & Temecula, and Sycuan Casino are just a few of the local companies… Read the full article »
Thank You to Local Businesses for Supporting Mama’s Pie in the Sky Bake Sale
Mama’s Kitchen would like to thank the local businesses who form fundraising teams for our annual Pie in the Sky Campaign. Mama’s Pie in the Sky is San Diego’s largest annual bake sale which supports the mission of Mama’s Kitchen. From October 10th to November 20th, volunteers sell Thanksgiving pies donated and baked by local… Read the full article »
