Open Table MDI

Our Vision

Our vision is a vibrant, welcoming and compassionate community, where all members have access to healthy food and authentic connection with their fellow neighbors.

Our Mission

Our mission is to inspire strong, loving and inclusive communities through the sharing of weekly meals. We provide a welcoming place, nourishing food, a listening ear, and acceptance to all — regardless of age, race, gender, gender identity and expression, country of origin, social-economic status, faith background, marital status and family structure, mental and physical ability, immigration status or sexual orientation. 

We achieve our mission by:

• Serving a community meal that is open to all
• Providing a healthy and delicious vegetarian meal that is focused on utilizing organic and local sources
• Serving all people with compassion and respect
• Engaging a team of committed and passionate volunteers
• Striving to build a community of support for our guests who may face challenges beyond food insecurity by establishing relationships and partnering with other community agencies

Our Values

• We believe no one should go hungry.
• We believe access to food is a basic human right.
• We believe nutritious food is a building block for healthy communities.
• We believe in the spirit of human kindness.
• We believe all people deserve compassion and respect.
• We believe that by working together we accomplish more.
• We believe that by sharing a meal, we build community and share hope.