Southern Nebraska Register
Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach (MTKO) in Lincoln is encouraging local churches, schools, civic clubs, families, neighbors, and businesses to participate in the “Souper Bowl of Caring” Sunday, Feb. 9.
The Souper Bowl of Caring is a national movement that inspires people to give locally and make a collective impact on hunger. Since 1990, groups in Lincoln and across the nation have tackled hunger during the weeks leading up to the Super Bowl by collecting funds and food for local charities.
Feeding the hungry is at the core of Matt Talbot’s mission with two hot nutritious meals served on-site every day of the year. In 2023, more than 250,000 meals were provided through prepared meals, donated food, and food pantries – a 39% increase from the previous year.
In addition to hunger relief, Matt Talbot also offers homeless prevention services such as life skills & tenant education, drug & alcohol counseling, case management, housing programs, and help with basic and emergency needs such as showers and laundry services.
Participation can be as simple as making an announcement one week and collecting from one’s congregation, neighbors, friends, family, or co-workers the next week. Matt Talbot staff are available to discuss strategy and provide any needed equipment (such as collection buckets).
Visit mtko.org/events for more information, or contact Jenn Boettcher at 402-817-0615.
