Recent News
Sunrise Classic
We are thrilled to be the beneficiary of the Sunrise Classic on August 3rd. Run with the sunrise at 6:00am and beat the heat! 5k and 1 mile professionally timed races on the Emerson Field track in Concord. Races will be split into age categories. Free T-shirt to all runners…
Now Hiring: Outreach Specialist
Do you speak Portuguese and want to make a difference for those facing food insecurity in our community? We are seeking a bilingual (English/Portuguese) Outreach Specialist. This part-time contracted position is 10 hours per week, primarily on Tuesdays from 2:30-6:30pm and Thursdays from 10:30am-4:30pm. Learn more on our Employment page.
In the News: Q&A with Barbara Fisher
Thank you to the Sudbury Weekly for an informative Q&A with our new Board of Directors Chair, Barbara Fisher, a Sudbury resident. In the article, Barbara answers six questions about Open Table, the growing need for food relief, and her new involvement with the organization. We appreciate the opportunity to…
Join Us for a Group Ride or Walk
We have some wonderful leaders on our Ride for Food team who have stepped up to lead group rides and walks! These are open to anyone who would like to join us. You will learn about the Ride for Food and how to join our team, but you are welcome…
A Taste of Making Summer Lunches
We wanted to give you a little taste of what goes into our kids' summer lunches. Our volunteers, interns, and staff are hard at work making sure each lunch is nutritious, delicious, and packed - check out how it happens.
Recipe: Beet Soup
Beet Soup This soup was created by Deborah Madison, one of the best cookbook writers for vegetarians (as well as for those of us who aren’t vegetarian, but are passionate about vegetables). Ingredients: The Stock 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup leek greens and root 1 medium onion, carrot, and…
Recipe: Beet Spread
Beet Spread Jean Husson shared this recipe from our friend Carolyn Shohert. She notes: Carolyn has been a cookbook author (Family Recipes from Mill Iron Farm, Carolyn's Kitchen) and recipe developer for decades. A cookbook club member made this for all of us, and it turned heads that are usually…
Online Ordering to Support Additional Languages
We received a Cornerstone Initiative Innovation Grant from the Concord-Carlisle Community Chest to improve our online ordering system. One of our new innovations is that the form is now available in Portuguese and will have additional languages added soon. Our online ordering system also allows clients to inform us of…
Thank You, First Parish in Lincoln
Thank you to the Outreach Committee and generous congregation at First Parish in Lincoln for their recent funding in support of our mission to end hunger in our local community. While this gift represents the final installment of a five-year grant commitment, the Church has been a supporter of Open…
Give Kids Independence This Summer
Many of us will be with friends and family in annual Summer gatherings this week as we celebrate both unity and independence. For some of your neighbors, particularly those families with children, summertime can bring more stress and financial worry than joy. You can add comfort to the summer of…
Most Wanted – July 2024
If you are looking for something to donate this month, we would love for you to grab our clients some coffee or tea. You can drop off donations to our Main Street, Maynard or our Beharrell Street, Concord sites in our large collection bins, or you can drop at the…
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Press Releases
Press Release: Grant from CCCC
Concord Carlisle Community Chest Makes $30,000 Grant to Open Table Donation to underwrite food relief organization’s operating costs Concord and Maynard, MA (July 25, 2024)…
Press Release: Youth-Led Road Race Supports Open Table
Youth Led ‘Sunrise Classic’ Running Race Kicks Off at Concord’s Emerson Field All race proceeds to benefit Open Table in its mission to fight food…
Press Release: GBFB Grant
Open Table Receives Grant from Greater Boston Food Bank Community Investment Grant supports enhanced community outreach Concord and Maynard, MA (July 5, 2024) – Open…
Press Release: Open Table BOD Changes
Barbara Fisher Named Chair of Open Table Board of Directors Six New Board Members Bring Diverse Talents to Metrowest Area Charity Concord and Maynard, MA…