The Open Door Chronicles

Sponsored Meals Help Alleviate Hunger in Memory of Loved Ones A local family is honoring a loved one today by putting dinner on the table for those in need of a little extra help.   Friday’s Community Meal at The Open Door, a hearty ham, pineapple, vegetable stuffing, and mashed potatoes dinner, is given in loving memory

Amid upbeat rock and pop music, sturdy kitchen appliances and a handful of dedicated staff, these days you’ll find renowned local Chef Ken Duckworth busily at work in The Open Door kitchen.   He joined The Open Door’s kitchen team part-time this September, and helps prepare more than 160 meals a day, three times a week

Made with Care A small, capable team of veteran staff and volunteers have kept The Open Door Community Meals program going at a robust clip this year, preparing double the number of meals distributed pre-pandemic. For Kenn Taber, who served as the Community Meals Coordinator before COVID-19 and today is the kitchen lead, it’s about

How YOU Can Help Local Families Go Hunger-Free  No one should ever have to worry where their Thanksgiving meal, or their children’s, is coming from. This holiday season, don’t let hunger stop your neighbors from enjoying a meal with their loved ones.  “As we all look toward the holidays, the idea of local families worrying

Each year, The Open Door recognizes volunteers and community partners for their outstanding commitment to hunger relief so our neighbors are fed. The following individuals and organizations have gone above and beyond to help their neighbors and ensure people in Gloucester, Rockport, Essex, Manchester, Ipswich, Topsfield, Hamilton, Wenham, Rowley and Boxford have consistent access to