Maxine Meals
A Legacy of Love
When I was five, my great-grandmother Maxine Gibson adopted me at 65. She loved me deeply and made sure I never went without.
Maxine taught me everything that matters - kindness, hard work, and taking care of others. We grew our food, hunted, and shared what we had with neighbors who had less.
Today, as Chef Tyler Toles, I’m carrying her legacy forward through Maxine Meals — a community meal program built on her belief that everyone deserves a warm meal and a full heart.
“No one should go hungry — not on my watch.” - Chef Tyler Toles
What Is Maxine Meals?
With the recent reduction in SNAP benefits and families across the country struggling to put food on the table, Maxine Meals is Chef Tyler’s way of giving back, one meal at a time.
If you or someone you know is in need, reach out. No questions, no judgment, just a nourishing meal made with love.
How It Works
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Request a Meal: Use the Request A Meal form below to share your name and contact information.
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Chef Tyler Prepares: Each meal is cooked with care, using fresh local ingredients.
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Pickup or Delivery: Meals are available for pickup or limited local delivery (depending on need and availability).
How You Can Help
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Donate a Meal: Contribute funds to help cover the cost of ingredients and preparation.
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Spread the Word: Share Maxine Meals on social media to reach more people in need.
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Volunteer: Join our community of helpers who believe no one should go hungry.
Together, we can make sure no one goes hungry.
Every act of kindness — big or small — keeps Maxine’s love alive.
