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CHAT N CHEW
MISSION
We help single parents rebuild their lives after domestic violence, guiding them towards stability and self-sufficiency. We also combat food insecurity in our community by providing essential support to food-insecure children and families through our food pantry.
Understanding that food and conversation are fundamental connectors in every human experience, Chat N Chew initially began as a networking event built around shared meals and casual "chit chatting." It was through these connections that a powerful mission emerged, tapping into the deep-seated desire of attendees to make a difference. Our founder's personal history with domestic violence, homelessness, poverty, and food insecurity became the driving force behind serving those facing comparable struggles. Today, Chat N Chew propels single parents and survivors to REBUILD stable, self-sufficient lives, and directly addresses food insecurity by providing essential food resources to underserved families.
Thrive
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To rise above survival—embracing hope, rebuilding stability, and stepping confidently into a future filled with purpose.
Thriving means more than just getting by; it’s about empowering families to reclaim their lives, find joy in the everyday, and walk boldly toward lasting independence.
Empowering Steps, Restoring Hope, Transforming Lives.
REALITY CHECK
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In 2023, the poverty rate for single mothers was around 28%, highlighting the significant economic challenges faced by many single-parent households. (Center for American Progress)
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Nearly 10 million women and men in the U.S. experience domestic violence annually. (The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV))
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On average, about 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. (The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV))
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Approximately 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience severe physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime. (The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV))
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Most domestic violence incidents are not reported to the police. Only about 20% of rapes/sexual assaults, 25% of physical assaults, and 50% of stalking incidents are reported.
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Intimate partner violence costs the U.S. over $8 billion annually in medical and mental health care services. (The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV))
​​​While precise figures on single parents in poverty due to domestic violence are difficult to obtain, the high poverty rate among single mothers (around 28% in 2023) coupled with the widespread prevalence of domestic violence (affecting millions annually) strongly indicates a significant overlap. Domestic violence is a key factor that can lead to financial instability and poverty for single parents.
WE WORK AS A TEAM.
Chat N Chew is a faith-based, all-volunteer nonprofit (501(c)3) dedicated to empowering single parents who are starting over and rebuilding their lives after domestic violence and food insecurity. Led by a founder with firsthand experience in domestic violence, homelessness, single parenting, and food insecurity, we approach our mission with both empathy and expertise. Many of our volunteers have faced similar challenges, bringing compassion and understanding to their roles.
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We understand that true transformation is a process—not a quick fix. We don’t offer handouts, but provide a hand up, walking alongside families as they rebuild. While we connect them with resources, some may find support elsewhere that better fits their needs. No matter their path, we’re here as a source of guidance, committed to lasting change and a stable future.
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With certified Life Coaches offering personalized guidance and Board Members bringing specialized expertise, we focus on helping one family at a time. Through meaningful relationships, we foster transformation—often starting as strangers but becoming family along the way.