At Carol's Kitchen, it is our intent to continue to serve hungry people in the San Gorgonio Pass area with dignity and compassion. We also want to provide a place of fellowship and understanding to those in need. It is our policy that no one be turned away. The only requirement for our guests is that they are hungry.

Where to find us

Carol's Kitchen is a Southern California-based non-profit organization located in the San Gorgonio Pass. Since 1998, we have served more than 500,000 hot meals to the hungry and we currently serve about 2,000 meals per week.

Carol's Kitchen is a Southern California charity, which feeds the hungry. We accept monetary and in-kind donations and have kitchen hours five days a week in Beaumont, Banning and Cabazon.

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Who is Carol's Kitchen?

Carol's Kitchen is a non-profit organization dedicated to feeding the hungry in the San Gorgonio Pass. We are not your ordinary soup kitchen, thanks to the quality products and donations we use to prepare meals and donate clothing.

Where is the San Gorgonio Pass?

The San Gorgonio Pass is roughly 80 miles east of Los Angeles, Calif. and 26 miles west of Palm Springs. We are also known as the Beaumont-Banning Pass.

Are there requirements for anyone to eat at Carol's Kitchen?

The only requirement for people to eat at Carol's Kitchen is that they are hungry. We never turn anyone away.

Who funds Carol's Kitchen?

Carol's Kitchen, Inc. is supported by individuals, charitable organizations and corporate sponsors. See our sponsors. »

How do I know my online donation is secure?

Online donations are secure using Authorize.net, which has a trusted reputation with more than 220,000 merchants. We accept Mastercard and Visa online donations and all payments are secure using fraud prevention features.

Is there paid staff?

No. Other than our overhead expenses, Carol's Kitchen has no other budget. We are solely run by volunteers. All of the board members, including our executive director and fellow officers, generously volunteer their time. All of the kitchen staff and Carol's Closet staff are also volunteers.

What types of meals do you serve to the hungry?

We serve nutritious hot meals, which we prepare each day using quality products and ingredients. Our meals include a protein, vegetables, salads, juice and coffee. For children, in addition to the hot meals we offer to adults, we provide peanut butter and jelly or coldcut sandwiches with a snack.

What types of donations do you accept?

We accept monetary donations as well as in-kind donations for Carol's Closet. These include good used clothing and housewares. However, we do not accept electrical equipment or furniture. Learn more.

I would like to donate to Carol's Kitchen, what should I do?

You can donate to Carol's Kitchen either online or by mailing your payment. If you have an in-kind donation, we can arrange for pick-up or you can deliver. We also accept gift donations, which you contribute for your loved ones. Visit our donation page to learn more. Our Tax ID No. is 33-0819778.

I would like to volunteer at Carol's Kitchen, what should I do?

We could always use your help. To learn more about volunteering and to submit a form online, click here.

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