December 1, 2020 at 11:12 AM
Taking Bold Action… Keeping the Wagon Rolling
Even during a pandemic, McKenna’s Wagon has not missed a single night.
We remain deeply committed to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of our community. Martha’s Table is designated by the D.C. government as an essential service. Our programs supporting District residents will continue as described below.
The Commons Lobby Market – 2375 Elvans Rd. SE Washington, DC 20020
The Maycroft Lobby Market – 1474 Columbia Rd Northwest, Washington DC 20009
Community Pop-up Grocery Distribution
We will provide updates as new developments arise that may impact Martha’s Table’s programs.
Questions? Contact our team at (202)-328-6608
We cannot thank you enough for standing with Martha’s Table during the COVID-19 crisis. We’ve more than quadrupled our healthy grocery distribution with your partnership and continued to serve our neighbors every night on McKenna’s Wagon.
Temporarily and effective Sunday, April 12, we will consolidate our back-end operations at The Commons in Southeast, D.C. This change is being implemented because the space at The Commons allows for stronger social distancing measures.
During this time period, most volunteer shifts will be based at The Commons in Southeast D.C. (2375 Elvans Rd. SE Washington, DC 20020)
All of our shifts are available on our VolunteerHub calendar.
We sincerely appreciate your flexibility as we navigate this crisis. Questions or concerns? Click here to visit our FAQ page.
At Martha’s Table, the health and wellbeing of our volunteers, staff, and neighbors are our highest priority. Volunteers are required to wear a mask or face covering during their volunteer shift.
Under the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and DC Health, we are taking precautions to protect our community. Our policies enforce social distancing, proper hygiene, and safe interactions during our hours of operation and volunteer shifts.
Click here to read our Volunteer Health Policy.
Volunteers may be asked to help unload food or supplies. Some lifting may be required.
Joyful Food Markets are supporting elementary schools in Wards 7 and 8.
Please check with your school for additional details or e-mail markets@marthastable.org.
*There is no limit to the number of times neighbors can shop at our public markets.
No ID required.
Families are eligible for diapers (per baby) once every four weeks.
Caseworkers/grandparents/friends/ etc. can pick up for families but they must bring copies or photos of documentation.
Operations at Martha’s Outfitters are temporarily suspended.
We have more than quadrupled the reach of our grocery programs, all at no cost to our neighbors. Each week, we support over 8,000 D.C. residents with fresh produce and healthy pantry staples, distributing more than 100,000 pounds of food at 20 sites across the city.
We continue to deliver essential nutrition to our neighbors who are experiencing hunger or housing instability through McKenna’s Wagon, our no-cost food truck that serves warm meals, sandwiches, and healthy snacks every single evening.
Standing alongside the 137 families enrolled in our education programs, we have doubled-down on our support by providing them with direct cash assistance, groceries store gift cards, and essential supplies like diapers, wipes, and formula during the temporary closure of our education centers.
Stories from our Team, Families, and Neighbors:
“The Work We Do is Genuine and Meaningful.”
Keeping Classrooms Connected in the Time of Coronavirus
Holding on to Routine in Times of Uncertainty
Rising to the Challenge: MT’s Family Engagement Team Ensures Families are Supported During COVID-19
Building Community Resilience: Meet Our New Family Success Center Manager, Angela Draughn
Martha’s Table in the Media: Sharing Our Story Across the Nation
Washingtonian: Heroes of the Crisis: A Helping Hand for Hungry Families
DCist/WAMU: How To Help D.C. Families Struggling During The Pandemic? Give Them Cash.
Washington Business Journal Viewpoint: In times of crisis, cash assistance is crucial
Washington Post: Coronavirus is forcing food banks to step up like never before
Associated Press: DC community volunteers provide food for locked-down needy
MSN News: Smallest caseload to biggest death toll: Coronavirus decimates D.C.’s poorest ward
CBS News: Pandemic: A snapshot of life in Washington, D.C.
ABC News: DC Residents Ban Together to Feed the Hungry
David Rubenstein of the Economic Club Sits Down with Kim R. Ford
If you are interested in making an in-kind donation CLICK HERE to check out our Martha’s Table Amazon Wish List featuring our most urgently needed items.
Restaurants interested in making or donating meals, please contact: jwilliams@marthastable.org
NewsDecember 1, 2020 at 11:12 AM
Even during a pandemic, McKenna’s Wagon has not missed a single night.
October 27, 2020 at 12:19 PM
When we started planning Martha’s Table’s milestone 40th Anniversary, of course we had no idea what 2020 would have in store. Through everything that’s happened this year, we’ve been fortunate to receive generous support from the business community, both locally and nationally.
August 27, 2020 at 6:13 PM
This October, in collaboration with the Anacostia community and Families First DC, Martha’s Table will expand its community-driven services to better support children, families, and individuals.
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