A New Neighborhood, A Shared Commitment
At Make-A-Day, we believe that dignity is universal, but support must be specific. Recently, our outreach team partnered with community leaders, public health workers, and mutual aid providers to bring a street outreach event to a neighborhood outside of our usual routes. It was a chance to listen, to learn, and to serve in ways that honored the strengths already present.
We approached this event not as experts or fixers, but as neighbors. We knew we were stepping into a space with its own history, culture, and networks of support. Our goal was not to replace what was working, but to build relationships and extend our care where it was most needed.
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“It Just Didn’t Seem Right to Walk Away” — Volunteer Matthew C. King's Journey with Make-A-Day
When Matthew first encountered Make-A-Day, he was struck by the concept of free gourmet meals with no questions asked. What started as a chance encounter quickly became a commitment. Now a familiar face at our Pop-Ups, Matthew leads with quiet care, showing up to serve meals, check in on neighbors, and hand out essentials. Read how one volunteer turned compassion into consistent action.
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One Year In: A Letter from Christy
One year as Executive Director at Make-A-Day. In 12 months, we’ve served 14,800 guests, delivered 12,000 meals, supported hundreds in housing and services, and launched bold new initiatives like Move the Box. The numbers matter, but it’s the moments of dignity, connection, and change that keep us moving forward.
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