Common Good Soup Kitchen
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Welcome to Common Good
Soup Kitchen.
The mission of the Common Good Soup Kitchen, since its founding as a nonprofit organization in 2009, has been to provide food and friendship to any and all individuals of the Mount Desert Island community.

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About Our Kitchen
Our Story
The Common Good Soup Kitchen, located in Southwest Harbor on Mount Desert Island, Maine, has a proud and storied history of nourishing anyone in need. Supported by local volunteers and honoring the legacy of its key founder, Larry Stettner, the kitchen serves free, nutritious meals, cultivating a sense of community and offering live music to island residents, regardless of their financial situation. Larry's vision of providing care and sustenance to the island community remains the driving force behind the kitchen today.
Services
What We Offer
At Common Good Soup Kitchen, we provide a range of services including a food pantry, soup lunch, grocery deliver, fresh-made popover events, and community dinners.
Food Pantry
Consistent and healthy food for any and all.
Popovers
Homemade, warm popovers with unique jams and butters
Grocery Delivery
Ensuring all neighbors have access to fresh food
Soup Lunch
Soups made with all fresh, donated ingredients
Community Dinners
Delicious dinners, everyone invited
Opening Hours
Summer Hours
Wednesday : Soup Lunch 11-2
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Thursday-Sunday : Popovers
7:30-11:30
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Friday : Food Delivery 8-9:30
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Sunday : Food Pantry 12-2
Winter Hours
Wednesday: Soup Lunch 11-2
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Friday : Food Delivery 8-9:30
Community Dinner 4-6
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Sunday : Popovers 9-11
Food Pantry 12-2
Holiday Hours
All services Closed 29th of November
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All Services Closed 25th, 26th and 27th of December
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Our Highlights
What Sets Us Apart
Discover the core values that guide our operations and shape our impact on the Mount Desert Island community.
Common Good Band
Common Good Soup Kitchen has a band with dozens of community members performing at many of the events. This brings a lively and joyful atmosphere to our events.
Volunteer Team
Our volunteer-led team is the backbone of our kitchen, creating a warm and welcoming environment for all who seek assistance.
Creativity of Community Members
We have incredible community members always surprising us with their talents. From creating Dog-of-the-Day posters to watercolor painting of our popover chef at work, our community is vibrant with unique projects and creations.