Our Story & Our Mission

Our Story

Dorothy's Hope Kitchen and Pantry (DHK) stands as a beacon of support for the Bloomington community and surrounding areas, including Victoria and Placedo. Inspired by the selfless spirit of Dorothy Ellis, a devoted nurse who served Victoria County families for 39 years at DeTar Hospital, DHK continues her legacy of compassion by addressing food insecurity and providing essential resources for families and individuals in need.



Driven by a heritage of feeding and caring for others, DHK officially took shape after years of informal hot meal programs dating back to 2021. Today, the organization operates as a permanent agency of the Food Bank of the Golden Crescent, offering vital food assistance and expanding services to meet the growing needs of the community.

Mission

The mission of Dorothy's Hope Kitchen and Pantry is to feed our hungry neighbors and their children. Eliminating hunger allows families to focus on being productive members of society and thriving students. This will help to reduce general poverty while enhancing lives and futures.