L.I.N.K – Lawrence Interdenominational Nutrition Kitchen

LINK has been in existence since 1985 providing nutritious home-cooked meals to families and individuals in our community at no cost to them and with no questions asked. A growing number of families with young children are coming to LINK. Over 35,500 meals were served in FY 2011-2012, with a 2.5% increase in the number of guests served compared to the previous year. LINK is totally a volunteer-based operation with one paid employee, the Coordinator. Currently LINK is supported by 46 religious organizations, full deal mealbusinesses and civic groups in our Community. Our guests are most appreciative of the wonderful food that they provide. Several of the groups Have been serving since LINK's began. LINK's existence would be seriously jeopardized if it were not for the support provided by the congregation of The First Christian Church.