St. John’s Kitchen
About St John's Kitchen
St. John’s Kitchen is a drop-in hub for services and a gathering place for people who are experiencing homelessness or are living in vulnerable circumstances. Over 40 years St. John’s Kitchen has been a gathering place that has ensured a free meal is served each weekday. It is a place supported by volunteers and has been sustained through a commitment to provide a place in the downtown where surplus food is turned into a daily meal served with dignity.
More than a Meal – Established in 1985, St. John’s Kitchen has evolved as the challenges of homelessness and substance use have grown. We work to welcome people with love and deep hospitality every day, and problem-solve the challenges that arise.
Contact Information
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 519-745-8928
Visit us
Monday-Friday: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday-Sunday: closed
We are temporarily operating out of
St John the Evangelist Anglican Church
23 Water St N, Kitchener
Get Involved
We depend on food provided by the Food Bank of Waterloo Region. We appreciate those food donations and all the other donations which make this project possible.
Volunteers are a meaningful part of the support team at St John’s Kitchen. They help to prepare and serve food, clean, wash dishes, and socialize with guests. Our daily meal is prepared in Maurita’s Kitchen which also depends highly on volunteers for cooking food and washing pots. If you would like to volunteer at St John’s Kitchen or Maurita’s Kitchen please email [email protected]