Our Story
The Lunch Place exists to serve the community and surrounding area of Waynesboro, Pennsylvania and to provide a hot lunch to the needy, the lonely, and those seeking fellowship with their neighbors. We are a Christian organization, but we seek to serve all of God’s people. The formation of The Lunch Place was the result of an ad hoc committee established by The Waynesboro Area Human Services Council Board and The Waynesboro Area Fellowship of Churches who were tasked with examining hunger needs in the Waynesboro Area. The Lunch Place served its first meals in February 1990 at Christ United Methodist Church using their kitchen and dining area. The program was intended for residents in the community including families with small children and older singles living alone, who because of age and condition, may not qualify for other programs. A key component of The Lunch Place would be that of fellowship and social contact with others.
Since February 1990, The Lunch Place has served 340,528 meals. We are currently averaging 30 meals a day though there have been times when the average was 40 – 50 meals a day. The Lunch Place is open Monday through Friday from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM at Christ United Methodist Church. The hot meals are prepared by our chef Kinte Snead and a group of very loyal volunteers who help prepare the meals, serve, and cleanup each day. There is no charge for the meals, but a donation jar is available to contribute to The Lunch Place. The funding for The Lunch Place comes from churches in the area, local businesses, and private donors. The Lunch Place Board of Directors consists of 12 – 15 members. They are responsible for coordinating, supervising, and providing support for the services provided by The Lunch Place.
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Support our mission to serve the community. Whether through a donation or volunteering your time, you can make a difference in the lives of our community members. Join us in spreading warmth and kindness today.
