A known dilemma of charity organisations is that handouts solve short-term problems but perpetuate longer term ones. To truly help the homeless and needy our goal should be to empower these people to help themselves.

So while the Obs Pasta Kitchen solves the short-term problem of hungry bellies, we have a higher purpose and long-term plan.

The Obs Pasta Kitchen is not just about handouts. This is more than a plate of food but an introduction to a long-lasting relationship.

We love feeding the community.

We love filling hungry tummies.

We come together for a bowl of pasta every week with a side helping of support –
Directing those in need to our free wellness sessions aimed to uplift the community members to take the next steps towards a better life. #WOW

Our volunteers not only cook and serve the weekly meal but engage with our guests in conversation.

We create a safe space, a delicious meal in the company of friends, a sense of belonging and an ear to listen with the aim of discovering how we can help them.

We make ourselves available to change lives, to ultimately help the homeless get off the street, one phase at a time. We want to understand the issues at play, how we can help, what skills we can share.

It’s the opportunity for them to introduce themselves and share a load. It’s about acknowledging the co-existence of each other in this community. It’s about giving those often ignored the time of day and the dignity we all deserve.

The Obs Pasta Kitchen offers a plate of food with a side-helping of hope for a better future.

Volunteers who want to help out at Obs Pasta Kitchen – be it plating up, engaging with the people who
live on the street, washing up can arrive at 4:30pm for team organisation and prep for 5pm service.
Every Wednesday.

You can also support the Obs Pasta Kitchen by making a financial donation