Martha’s Village & Kitchen provides a variety of services for individuals and families in the Coachella Valley. Based on a foundation of compassion, respect, empathy, empowerment, and dignity, the services at Martha’s have continued to assist those in need with food, housing, healthcare, and education. This has become especially important during the time of a global pandemic when so many are left without income, shelter, food, and other resources.
Cooling Center
Martha’s Village Cooling Center is open daily during the summer months, offering lunch, water, and snacks to those most in need, including the homeless and elderly, during the desert’s hottest times of the year. “Your kindness, generosity, and empathy help our neighbors survive in this harsh environment, providing them a cool and welcoming place to take solace.”
Employment
The staff at Martha’s Village is able to assist those looking for employment, including people who may feel that the odds are stacked against them. Martha’s Employment Specialists create a customized employment plan unique to the individual and their goals of “helping them find a permanent job and a life of self-sufficiency.”
Tutoring
Martha’s Village tutoring center is now open Monday through Friday afternoons giving children access to personalized schoolwork assistance. Although all schooling can be difficult, virtual and distance learning can be especially challenging for many families and students. “Our tutoring center offers much-needed support so that these students won’t fall behind during this trying time.”
USDA Food Distribution
Every third Wednesday of the month, Martha’s Village & Kitchen hosts a USDA Food Distribution at their Indio campus and has an Emergency Food Pantry open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. through 3:00 p.m. “Community members in need receive fresh fruit, vegetables, dairy, meat, canned foods, and other essential items. This program benefits families with children, the elderly, the working class, college students, and many more.”
Martha’s Village & Kitchen is located at 83791 Date Ave, Indio, California. For more information about Martha’s services, please visit marthasvillage.org or call (760) 347-4741. Information provided by Martha’s Village & Kitchen.
