Heart of Dinner Inc
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Mission Statement
Join us in ending hunger and isolation for low-income Asian-American homebound elderly where we source, cook, and deliver culturally appropriate meals paired with handwritten letters and heartwarming illustrations.
About This Cause
Heart of Dinner addresses food insecurity, social isolation, and loneliness among Asian American older adults living in significantly under-resourced and underinvested communities. Since 2020, we've grown from delivering care packages in Manhattan's Chinatown to serving Elders weekly across New York City's boroughs—Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and The Bronx. In 2025, we expanded our mission to provide emergency relief in Los Angeles, supporting Elders displaced by wildfires and facing critical challenges. At Heart of Dinner, we’re beloved for our thoughtful approach that transforms lives—a combination of nourishing food, personal artwork, and handwritten love notes that has become central to how we care for our community. Each culturally thoughtful element is designed to feed the body, heart, and soul of our Elders. While being one of the fastest-growing populations, Asian American older adults often remain overlooked in discussions about food security and mental health. 1 in 3 Asian American older adults face longstanding inequities living below the poverty line. Compounded by cultural, linguistic, and technological barriers, these challenges reflect systemic gaps and societal neglect. Despite this, their resilience and spirit continue to inspire us every day. Heart of Dinner care packages are designed to go beyond meeting basic needs survival needs. With the rise of depression and suicide among elderly immigrants, Heart of Dinner is committed to bringing love, joy, and togetherness to their lives for the long-term, reminding them that they are loved, seen, and never alone.