A small community center with a big heart — feeding families, tutoring kids, and bringing Maple Grove together since 2017.
Neighbors Served Monthly
Meals Served in 2025
Active Volunteers
Years Serving Maple Grove
In 2017, five Maple Grove neighbors noticed the same thing: too many families going without, and no place to turn. They pooled their savings, rented a storefront, and started cooking.
What began as a Wednesday night supper club became a food pantry, then an after-school program, then job training, then a full community center. Gather isn't a building — it's a promise that no one in this neighborhood walks alone.
Hot meals served every weekday, plus a walk-in food pantry stocked with fresh produce, dairy, and pantry essentials. No questions, no forms — just neighbors feeding neighbors.
meals served last year
Homework help, STEM projects, art, and mentoring for kids ages 6–17. Every child gets a hot snack, a caring adult, and a safe place to be themselves after the bell rings.
kids enrolled this semester
Resume building, interview skills, digital literacy, and direct connections to local employers. We don't just help you find a job — we walk with you through the door.
neighbors placed in jobs this year
Chair fitness, card games, wellness checks, and companionship for our senior neighbors. Because no one should spend their days alone.
seniors attend weekly
Hover to learn more about each person.
Linda Torres
Executive Director
Marcus Bell
Kitchen Director
Priya Sharma
Youth Program Lead
James Okafor
Volunteer Coordinator
Parent
Pathways Graduate
Senior, age 78
Volunteer since 2023
Mother of four
Parent
Saturday, March 22, 2026 · 11 AM – 4 PM
Live music, free food trucks, a kids' zone, job fair, health screenings, and a clothing swap. Bring the whole family — everything is free!
RSVP — It's Free9 AM – 12 PM · Free seedlings for all
5 – 7 PM · Student art from Bright Minds
6 – 8 PM · 10 local employers attending
Our spring campaign funds summer programs, pantry restocking, and building repairs. Every dollar stays right here in Maple Grove.
raised of $50,000
68% funded
247 donors
93¢ of every dollar goes directly to programs.
$50 provides a week of hot lunches for 10 neighbors.
Monthly updates, event invites, and volunteer opportunities. No spam, ever.
Mon–Fri: 8 AM – 8 PM
Saturday: 8 AM – 4 PM
Sunday: Closed
(704) 555-0312
hello@gathermaplegrove.org