The mission of the Mattie N. Dixon Community Cupboard is "neighbors helping neighbors."
The organization, located at 150 N Main Street, Ambler, accomplishes this by providing essential services to individuals and families whose incomes fall within 150% of the federal poverty guidelines.
Services include a food pantry offering fresh produce, dairy, meats, and baked goods; a clothing boutique; annual holiday programs; a back-to-school backpack program; and emergency financial assistance when available.
Another way it gives back is through community events like the "Fill a Cop Car" initiative, which featured the Lower Gwynedd Police Department Community Response Unit coming out to the GIANT Food Store located at 1121 N Bethlehem Pike in Spring House.
The event took place on April 12 and it was used to collect items for Easter. The Easter Bunny also made a special guest appearance.
"We would like to sincerely thank the staff of the Spring House GIANT and all the community members who generously donated food during our 'Fill a Cop Car' event in support of the Mattie N. Dixon Community Cupboard," the Lower Gwynedd Police Department said. "Your kindness and contributions will go a long way in helping local families in need. We are truly grateful for your continued support and commitment to making a difference."
The Cupboard regularly accepts donations of food, clothing, toiletries, and household items on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. They also accept monetary donations, securities, and cryptocurrency, and offer options for organizing food drives or fundraisers.
For more information, to donate, or to volunteer, visit their official website.
About Mattie N. Dixon Community Cupboard
The Mattie N. Dixon Community Cupboard is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Ambler. Founded in 1973 by Mattie N. Dixon, the organization began by serving families from her basement. As the need grew, it expanded to various locations, including Zion Baptist Church and Church of the Brethren, before acquiring its current building at 150 N. Main Street in 2004 with support from the community and the Ambler Rotary Club.
The organization also offers a nurse screening program monthly and a Rising Stars Homework Club to help elementary school children develop academic and social skills.
