Shennekia Grimshaw of @dcnewsnow.bsky.social interviewed our Director of Meals and Innovative Programs, Christina Moore, about our newest initiative, the Culinary Skills Training Program. Learn more about the program here: www.shepherdstable.org/culinary-ski...

Manny Hidalgo has stepped down as Executive Director after years of impactful service. We’re grateful for his leadership and commitment. On August 1st, Dr. Jan Weetjens joins us as Interim ED. Thank you for your continued support — and please join us in thanking Manny and welcoming Jan!

We’re one week into our Summer Campaign: Somewhere to Eat, Somewhere to Start and already 31% toward our $50,000 fundraising goal! Your gift helps vulnerable neighbors receive meals, services, and support to take their next step forward. Donate today: giving.classy.org/campaign/706...

Last Friday, @raskin.house.gov featured Manny Hidalgo in his Local Hero program, highlighting community members making a positive impact in the 8th District. This honor comes as our outgoing Executive Director reflects on 6 years of work and progress at ST. Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR5J...

We want to thank M&T Bank for serving a Bright Meal at ST the other night. The group served dinner for our meal guests with a smile. Interested in volunteering with a group of colleagues, friends, or family? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected] for more information.

"Just because we don’t have a place to be doesn’t mean we can’t keep ourselves and keep proper nourishment.” — Nicole, a ST client Your support helps neighbors like Nicole get more than a meal— they get a way forward. Help us reach our goal of raising $50,000 this summer: lnkd.in/e7dmk95P

Hard to believe our Rising Chefs Table Showcase Dinner was already 2 weeks ago! Six amazing students wowed guests with a 4-course meal they planned & prepared, showcasing their skills. We’re so proud & can’t wait for graduation! Learn more about the program: www.shepherdstable.org/culinary-ski...

Big thanks to New4You Thrift Boutique for their generous donation! This not-for-profit Bethesda shop supports local nonprofits like ours & Voices for Children Montgomery. If you’re nearby, check out their amazing finds — every purchase gives back! Check them out! 👉 new4youthrift.org

Big thanks to New4You Thrift Boutique for their generous donation! This not-for-profit Bethesda shop supports local nonprofits like ours & Voices for Children Montgomery. If you’re nearby, check out their amazing finds — every purchase gives back! 👉 new4youthrift.org #thrift #nonprofit #community

At ST, we believe everyone deserves their basic needs met: a warm meal, a safe place to rest & a caring community. Our mission is rooted in compassion, respect & service—values deeply connected to what Juneteenth calls us to reflect on. To honor the day, we served a special BBQ lunch to our clients

With summer fast approaching and Q2 wrapping up, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the impact you helped make during Q1 at Shepherd’s Table. Thanks to your continued support, our vital programs kept on running! To volunteer or donate, visit our website: www.shepherdstable.org

You’re invited to The Rising Chefs’ Table! 🍽️ Join us 6/27 from 7–9PM for a dinner by our Culinary Skills Training Program students! Tix: $75, proceeds support the program so we can keep training, mentoring, and uplifting more students. Buy tickets or donate here: www.classy.org/event/the-ri...

Deloitte had their annual Day of Service and chose Shepherd's Table to volunteer at. 23 members came and helped us with serving breakfast meals, lunch meals, and sorting the Clothing Closet. We are so thankful to the @deloitteus.bsky.social volunteers for making an impact that matters on #ImpactDay

“I became homeless. I was living on people’s couches. I didn’t want to become a burden to them, so I started coming here.” -Steve, a Shepherd's Table client Our Spring Newsletter is out! Get the latest updates and find inspiring stories like Steve's. www.shepherdstable.org/wp-content/u...

Big news! Shepherd’s Table has a fresh new look. Our new logo honors our roots while reflecting our mission to nourish, uplift, and inspire hope. The reintroduction of the shepherd’s staff pays tribute to our original logo, symbolizing guidance and care. Continued in the comments!

Pride Month is a time to celebrate love, identity, and community but it's also a time to shine a light on some serious statistics.

World Hunger Day has passed, but the need hasn’t. We served 12,224 meals in April—up from 9,757 last year. Help us meet growing demand: donate money, donate food (refer to this list: www.shepherdstable.org/wp-content/u...), volunteer, spread the word. Every action counts!

We’re halfway through our 3rd Culinary Skills Training Program cohort! 👨‍🍳 Our 6 students have been mastering kitchen skills—stocks, sauces, butchering, and now bread + desserts—while building life skills like digital literacy & mindfulness. ServSafe exam is Thursday—cheer them on! 👏

Today we honor and remember those who served. #MDW #honorandremember #dayofremembrance

Homelessness in Montgomery County has increased. The 2025 Point-in-Time survey reveals a 32% increase in homelessness across Montgomery County compared to last year. A total of 1,510 individuals. The factors influencing these increased numbers are rising rents, inflation...(continued in comments)

We're still glowing from our fundraising event last week, a Table in Bloom🌸 Thanks to you, we raised over $21K toward our $100K goal to serve our neighbors in need. We were joined by @cmkatestewart.bsky.social, longtime donors, volunteers, board members and sponsors. Let’s keep the momentum going!

Great day for a community shredding event. 200 came out to reduce their footprint. @silverspring_umc @macrecycleclinic Donations for @awidercircle.bsky.social @shepherdstable.bsky.social @secondchancewildlifecenter.org

We want to give a big thank you to our Smooth Blue Aster sponsors for their incredible support of 🌸 A Table in Bloom: Shepherd’s Table Spring Soirée🌸, our only fundraising event of the year. Thank you, Kay Apartment Communities, TekSynap and Tower Companies!

Hear why Arnie, one of our amazing regular volunteers, loves giving his time to Shepherd’s Table. Volunteering this week? Stop by the volunteer lounge for a fresh ST shirt, a lanyard, and a sweet treat—our way of saying thank you! Want to get involved? shepherdstable.volunteerhub.com/vv2/#_=_

This week we’re celebrating our volunteers 💛 Your time and energy make our mission possible. You remind us that together, we can make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. To every volunteer who has stood beside us- THANK YOU! To volunteer: shepherdstable.volunteerhub.com/vv2/#_=_

A Table in Bloom is sold out! 🌸 We’re so grateful for your support. You can still make a difference—donate today to help us serve our neighbors in need: www.classy.org/give/672172/.... We want to thank those who sponsored this event, including Kay Apartment Communities, TekSynap & Tower Companies.

Happy #WorldHealthDay! At ST, we nourish bodies and uplift spirits with meals, mental health care, clothing, eye exams & more. Everyone deserves to thrive--especially those too often left out of the health conversation. Learn more about our free Eye Clinic: www.shepherdstable.org/eye-clinic/

🎓 Last Friday, we celebrated our second Culinary Skills Training Program graduation. Congrats to Grant, Rabihah, DiCarlo, Stephan, and DJ! Each received a certificate + chef knives, and we wrapped it up with a delicious prepared by Shepherd's Table. We are so proud of this crew!

Tickets are LIVE for A Table in Bloom: Shepherd’s Table Spring Soirée! Early bird: $100 w/ code “BLOOM” May 8 | 6-9 PM The Mansion at Strathmore Food, drinks, live auction & more! Ticket & sponsorship info: www.shepherdstable.org/table-in-blo...

Elizabeth’s journey to stability shows her resilience and the support she found at ST. After losing her home and job in 2022, she turned to ST. Our hot meals, especially, have helped her regain physical and mental wellness. Read more in our winter newsletter: www.shepherdstable.org/wp-content/u...

❄️ Our Winter 2025 Newsletter is out! ❄️ Highlights: • Recap of the start of the year • Inspiring client story • Ways to help us fundraise Read more here: www.shepherdstable.org/wp-content/u...

Today, we’re celebrating the heart of our mission—our incredible volunteers! ❤️ Your time, compassion, and dedication make everything we do possible. From serving meals to greeting our clients with a smile, your support truly makes a difference! #ValentinesDay #volunteering #community #nonprofit

📢 Our 2024 Annual Report is here! In 2024 we: -had 3,530 volunteers, clocking in a total of 26,663 hours -served 168,900 meals -served 1,800 individual clients -received over $2M in donated goods Read all about it here: www.shepherdstable.org/wp-content/u...

Meet the Staff! Daniel joined the Shepherd’s Table team as Lead Chef at the end of 2024. He brings over a decade of culinary experience and a deep passion for food. Before coming to Shepherd’s Table, Daniel served as the Operations Manager and Chef Instructor for nine years at (cont. in comments)

On MLK Day, we honor Dr. King’s legacy of justice, hope, and service. Volunteers like Dorina, a first-timer who brought her kids to help, embody his message: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’”

Thanks to your continued support over the past 41 years, we continue to grow and make a meaningful impact in our community. In 2024, we achieved significant milestones, continuing to feed more people in our organization's history... (continued in the comments)

🌟 Hello, BlueSky! 🌟 We’re Shepherd's Table —an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life and inspire hope for the most vulnerable in our community 💙 Follow us for updates, stories, opportunities, and ways to get involved. Let’s connect and make a difference!

Grateful to have been able to join @shepherdstable.bsky.social’s Showcase Dinner for the latest cohort in their Culinary Skills Training Program. We ate delicious food and met some really nice people. And each kid tried a dish they’d never had before.