Southern Nebraska Register
Matt Talbot’s 19th annual “Feeding the Soul of the City” fundraiser will be held at Wilderness Ridge in Lincoln March 27 at 6 p.m.
This year’s event is a “Chef Showdown,” in which Lincoln’s top chefs compete to create the most delicious gourmet bites. All money raised will support critical outreach and homeless prevention programs that help individuals and families find stability and a place to call home. Chefs from the Country Club of Lincoln, Dish, Pillars Culinary Team, and Wilderness Ridge will compete. Larry the Cable Guy and D-Wayne Taylor will serve as emcees.
“Serving meals is at the heart of our mission, but equally important is ensuring our guests have a safe place to go after our doors close for the evening,” said Alynn Sampson, executive director. “This event supports our efforts year round.”
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 and tenant education, drug and alcohol counseling, case management, housing programs, and help with basic and emergency needs such as showers and laundry services.
Learn more and purchase tickets at mtko.org/events.
