by Shea Smith / photos provided by Common Table

Common Table of Manhattan raised nearly $26,000 for this year’s Match for Meals campaign, held Sept 21 through the 27, according to a press release from the organization.

It said more than 100 donors contributed to the campaign, with gifts matched up to $10,000 by Dana Dillingham and her family.

Common Table said these donations will help them provide meals and a welcoming place for members of the Manhattan community in need, which Bethany Stock, Executive Director, said is increasing with each year.

The organization served 23,500 meals in 2023 and 2024, nearly 26,000 in 2025, and is on track to serve over 30,000 for 2026.

Stock said donors have a direct impact on feeding the Manhattan community, allowing Common Table to offer anyone who walks through its doors a warm meal, every night.