Bhoja
Nourish your body, Nourish your mind
Mission
Providing nutritious hot meals, driven by the belief that sound nutrition is the cornerstone of integrated well-being.
Vision
A future where every individual experiences the transformative powers of nutritious meals.
impact
Our commitment extends beyond meals; it encompasses the cultivation of empowered individuals who, in turn, become catalysts for change within their communities.
Welcome to Bhoja, a nonprofit organization committed to nourishing the Greater Rochester community since 2020. Our mission is to provide nutritious hot meals, rooted in the belief that sound nutrition is integral to holistic well-being. Through our integrated approach, we aim to foster optimal physical, mental, and emotional health.
At Bhoja, our impact extends beyond the plate. We positively influence the Rochester community by delivering fresh, hot food directly to partner organizations serving those in need. Recognizing the challenges faced by the homeless in accessing food, we collaborate with shelters, enabling us to provide nutritious, calorie-rich meals directly to individuals facing food insecurity.
We believe in creating transformative change. Our vision is to be a catalyst for a thriving community, elevating Rochester from its distressing national ranking in child poverty. By expanding our collaborations with shelters, we aspire to reach more individuals, striving to increase access to nourishing meals and ultimately create a more resilient and empowered community.
Welcome to Bhoja
Mission
At Bhoja, our mission is to provide nutritious hot meals, driven by the belief that sound nutrition is the cornerstone of integrated well-being, fostering optimal physical, mental, and emotional health. With a commitment to eradicating childhood poverty and empowering our community, which currently holds the distressing national ranking of #3 for child poverty, we strive to elevate Rochester from this challenging position.
Through addressing homelessness and instability stemming from domestic violence, incarceration, addiction, mental health challenges, physical illness, or poverty, we actively promote peace, equity, and compassion. This is achieved through upholding the dignity of individuals, fostering solidarity within the community, and embracing inclusivity for all.
Vision
Our vision at Bhoja is to create a community where nourishment extends beyond the plate, fostering an integrated approach to well-being. We envision a future where every individual experiences the transformative powers of nutritious meals.
Impact
At Bhoja, our impact is measured not only by the nutritious meals we provide but by the profound transformations we catalyze within the Greater Rochester community. Through our mission to eradicate childhood poverty, homelessness and instability, we strive to create a ripple effect of positive change. We envision a community where every individual experiences improved health, strengthened connections, and a restored sense of dignity. Our commitment extends beyond meals; it encompasses the cultivation of empowered individuals who, in turn, become catalysts for change within their communities.
Who We Are
Our volunteers are the heart and soul of Bhoja. They’re more than individuals cooking and serving meals; they’re dedicated advocates committed to seeing people thrive. Every meal prepared is infused with care and compassion, with each volunteer striving to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.
Transforming lives one meal at a time, our impact extends beyond nourishment. It resonates in the stories of individuals whose lives have been transformed by a hot meal served with dignity and compassion. Beyond nourishing bodies, we empower minds, aiming to contribute to a more resilient and thriving community.”
What We Do
Bhoja cooks healthy nutritious meals once a week and deliver the meals the next today to organization we serve. We get our fruits and vegetables from local sources.
Organizations We Serve
What You Can Do
Join Us in making a difference because together, we amplify our impact. Since our inception, we have made and delivered 32600 hot meals to local shelters in the area. Our meals include a main dish, sides, and fresh fruits for every meal.
Whether through volunteerism, partnerships, or support, join us on our mission to elevate the Greater Rochester community, one nourishing meal at a time.
Testimonials
Support Our Cause
Your support is crucial to our mission at Bhoja. We are dedicated to making a positive impact in the community of Rochester by delivering fresh, hot meals directly to organizations that serve those in need. Every contribution, no matter how small, helps us continue our work. Discover the various ways you can get involved and support our cause.
Donate Today
First and foremost, thank you so much for your continued commitment to Bhoja’s Annadānam service. It is because of supporters like you that we’ve made it this far and will continue to make strides in addressing food scarcity in our community.
As we all know, support for this mission comes in many forms. Community contributions in the form of time and monetary donations are much appreciated! You can donate to Bhoja directly via Zelle by clicking on the QR code and entering: support@bhoja.org.
No amount is too small. 100% of the donations go towards the preparation of healthy, nutritious meals for our community’s most vulnerable. Thank you!
Sponsor
Bhoja’s growing needs require many items your contributions can sponsor such as kitchen supplies like cookers or blenders, and transportation supplies such as a delivery van for both meal deliveries and inventory shopping.
Our New Year 2024 fundraising campaign is now underway. If you could help us by sharing the letter with family, friends, and colleagues, we would really appreciate it. There are many occasions to participate in annadānam: ie birthdays, anniversaries, in memory of a loved one like during pitṛtarpaṇa or mahalaya pakśa. Please pass on the word!
Support by Shopping
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affiliate links on the website can generate revenue for Bhoja. the links can be embedded in the blueprint section for tools and equipment used
Volunteer Your Time
First and foremost, thank you so much for your continued commitment to Bhoja’s Annadānam service. It is because of supporters like you that we’ve made it this far and will continue to make strides in addressing food scarcity in our community. Community contributions of time, speciality skills and monetary donations are much appreciated! We can’t make our healthy nutritious meals without our wonderful volunteers who take their time to cook and serve our meals! Learn more on how to volunteer your time and make meals with us by emailing, messaging, or reaching out to our social media!
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Contact Us
We would love to speak with you.
Feel free to reach out using the below details.
Get in Touch
585-479-3646
support@bhoja.org
Hours of operation
7am – 6pm ET
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Get in Touch
585-479-3646
support@bhoja.org
Hours of operation
7am – 6pm ET
Follow us
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