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Food Is Medicine. By The Numbers.

The need is massive. Our response is measurable.

Chronic illness changes how people eat, live, work, and care for themselves. We build solutions that put nourishment within reach.

Organic Soup Kitchen soup containers stacked in front of refrigerators

The national picture

A national problem demands better solutions.

129M

Americans live with at least one chronic disease.

75M

Live with two or more chronic conditions.

90%

Of U.S. healthcare spending goes toward chronic and mental health conditions.

43M

Americans could benefit from Food Is Medicine programs.

$23.7B

In potential annual healthcare savings from medically tailored meals.

The need is everywhere. We start right here.

Fresh vegetables arranged on a table

Built to meet the need

One meal. One doorstep. One system built to keep showing up.

Source Prepare Package Deliver Measure
  • We rescue food.
  • We make SoupMeals.
  • We reach homes.
  • We track the results.

This is more than food distribution. It is infrastructure for nourishment.

All-time impact

Since 2009.

3M+ SoupMeals Distributed
800+ People and households supported weekly
40,000+ People and households supported annually
10,000+ Pounds of produce rescued
50+ Volunteers every week

Years of service. Thousands of doors. One mission.

Who we serve

People managing illness, age, financial hardship, and barriers to daily care.

Our clients are navigating complex health and life circumstances. The data helps us keep our programs focused on the people who need dependable nutrition most.

73.6%are 55+
81%make under $30K/year
55.2%have cancer
12.5%have diabetes
26.4%have a gastrointestinal disorder
35.9%have high blood pressure or heart disease
31.9%have high cholesterol
33.3%suffer from chronic pain
65.4%have mobility or accessibility limitations that affect daily activities
Client enjoying soup during a supportive visit

Beyond the meal

What clients tell us.

100%Report that our program provides them with nutrition and food security.
98.6%Report that our SoupMeals support their overall well-being.
97.3%Report improved access to nutrition during medical treatment.
92.8%Report greater ability to manage essential living expenses.
88.1%Report that trusted home delivery reduces isolation.
"This soup saved my life."

Client testimonials

Hear it from them.

"Not only do the soups have great taste. They are an excellent source of nutrition and energy."

Paul F.

"I appreciate the time and care put into making these meals that meet my dietary restrictions."

"I am SO grateful and thankful for this program. It has been a lifesaver in more ways than one."

Kristin R.

"Trusting the integrity of quality in this exceptionally delicious food is a priceless gift."

"You guys have helped me so much and I get more quality time with my daughter. Thank you!"

"From the first bowl I enjoyed, I feel remarkably more energy and a general sense of wellbeing."

Jana P.

"It is amazing how little interactions can have such a big impact."

Laura A.

"OSK has stepped in to support in a way that no other organization has."

Rachael R.

We do not just talk about impact. We show it.

See the impact. Join the work.

Special Event Series

Soup & Wine Tasting

Attention All Foodies!


Join us for Soup and Wine Tasting at our Downtown Storefront at 126 E Haley St. featuring special guests Renegade Wine and Oat Bakery.

Thursday August 1st at 4 pm