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November 2024

A faith-based, non-profit that provides meals to victims, volunteers, and first responders in natural disasters and emergencies.

Mercy Chefs

November 14, 2024
Portsmouth, VA

Mercy Chefs is a faith-based, nonprofit disaster and humanitarian relief organization committed to providing professionally prepared, restaurant-quality meals to those in need. Guided by the mission to "Just Go Feed People," Mercy Chefs responds rapidly to natural disasters and emergencies, serving up to 20,000 hot meals a day to victims, first responders, and volunteers. Beyond disaster relief, the organization addresses food insecurity through innovative initiatives, including Community Kitchens and grocery box distributions, providing millions of meals to underserved communities. Mercy Chefs also empowers individuals with job skills training, single-parent cooking classes, and budget-friendly recipe creation, ensuring lasting impact in the fight against hunger.

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