Dear Friend, Thank you so much for hosting a Party with a Purpose on behalf of MANNA.

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1 Dear Friend, Thank you so much for hosting a Party with a Purpose on behalf of MANNA. In opening your doors and dining tables for Meals that Matter, you are helping provide nourishment to our critically-ill neighbors. Over the past 22 years, MANNA has met the needs of its clients with a philosophy of promoting a better life through better nutrition. With the help of caring individuals like you, MANNA has continued to extend of services to meet the needs of more people battling lifethreatening illnesses such as HIV/AIDS, cancer, renal disease, diabetes, heart disease and many more. By hosting a Meal that Matters, you show how food can bring people together for a great good and educate a new audience on how MANNA exemplifies this idea every day. The beauty of a Meal that Matters, is that it can be anything you want it to be! Whether it is a backyard BBQ for 50 people or an elegant dinner for 6, the means are uniquely yours, but the ultimate benefit will be our community. The further we can spread the knowledge of MANNA s mission, the more people in need we can reach. Thanks again, Richard Keaveney Chief Executive Officer

2 MANNA Mission Statement Especially for people at acute nutritional risk from a life-threatening illness, MANNA prepares and delivers delicious nourishing meals, and counsel, empowering those individuals to battle their illness and improve their quality of life. Did You Know This About MANNA? MANNA prepares and delivers meals free of charge to clients facing acute nutritional risk due to life-threatening illnesses including cancer, renal failure, diabetes, heart disease and HIV/AIDS. MANNA prepares and delivers about 70,000 meals each month and over 2,000 meals each day. MANNA s standard diet is heart-healthy with no added salt. MANNA was the first organization to move to the model of providing a comprehensive medically appropriate meal program that includes three meals a day, seven days a week along with education and counseling. The average time a client is on MANNA service is nine months. MANNA s Registered Dietitians provide nutritional assessment and counseling. MANNA serves the greater Philadelphia region including Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Salem counties in New Jersey; as well as Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

3 75 to 100 volunteers help prepare and deliver MANNA meals each day. This is approximately 97% of production. MANNA s program has expanded to include 11 diet modifications options to address the unique needs of each client and the co-conditions they experience. o Carbohydrate-controlled (diabetic) o Low Lactose o No Beef o Renal diet o Small portion, mechanical soft o Pureed o Low in fiber, residue & spice o No pork o No seafood o High protein/high calorie o Child-friendly/small portions MANNA has a new service called Positively Nutritious. For newly diagnosed HIV/AIDS patients, learning how to take care of their bodies not only medically but nutritionally becomes the primary goal with treatment. Positively Nutritious is a six month set of classes designed to help individuals who have been newly diagnosed with HIV/AIDS within the past year. The classes focus on teaching participants how to improve their nourishment through educational classes and private medical nutrition therapy sessions with MANNA s registered dietitians. All students will receive six months of MANNA s free meals program.

4 About Meals that Matter Q.) What is Meals that Matter? Meals that Matter is a program that enables you to help critically ill neighbors in need and have fun! There are two different parts of Meals that Matter that you can join in: 1. Host your own Meals that Matters! What is better than a good time with good friends? A good time with good friends that benefits neighbors who are battling life-threatening illnesses. Invite your friends, family and coworkers to join you for a fun party with a purpose and donate to MANNA the cost of a night out (or even more!). It could be cocktails, dinner, brunch, lunch, potluck, tailgate or anything else you can imagine. We leave the details and planning up to you and the sky is the limit - be creative and have fun! We have included a calendar of party occasions and ideas in this packet for you to get you started. It could be... closest friends, coworkers, family, book club, congregation YOUR COMMUNITY! Meals that Matter begins in May, but runs year round - so pick a date and let the planning begin! Send in your pictures, logos, recipes and we will add them to our Meals that Matter Pinterest page! them to jstackhouse@mannapa.org. 2. Book a Chef s Table Dinner. Enjoy a fine dining experience that is also a Meal that Matters! Savor a delectable 3-course dinner prepared for you by MANNA s executive chef. Watch from you private, in-kitchen table as you indulge in this extraordinary meal with your friends. To learn more or book your Chef s table, please contact Diane Calder at x127 or Dcalder@mannapa.org

5 Q.) Where does the money go? How will donations be used? Meals that Matters proceeds support MANNA s nutritional meal program. MANNA prepares and delivers nutritional meals and counsel to individuals battling life-threatening illness such as cancer, HIV/AIDS, renal disease, diabetes and others free of charge. MANNA serves the Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey area. It costs $3.35 per meal which includes the food, packaging, delivery and counsel. Refer to the donation forms in this packet for instructions on how to collect and send in donations. MATCHING PROGRAM - Our sponsor TEVA Pharmaceuticals has generously agreed to match every dollar donated through a Meals that Matter party up to $25,000. Every dollar that you donate will be doubled, and will enable MANNA to feed twice as many neighbors in need! Q.) Can my company make a matching gift? Yes, matching gifts are accepted and greatly appreciated! Q.) Is MANNA a registered non-profit organization? Yes, MANNA is a registered 501(c)(3). The organizations tax ID is

6 Top Five Tips for Meals that Matter 1. Plan early. A easy fun party, is a well-planned party. Make sure you have the following prepared: o Food o Drinks o Plates o Silverware o MANNA materials such as the MANNA Fact Sheet, MANNA videos, etc. o A safe place to store cash/check donations. o Music o Check out the MANNA party ideas on our website! 2. Set a Goal. To make the most of your Meal that Matter, set a goal that people will want to reach! This will also give your friends an expectation of what you want to achieve from that meal. If you want to raise $500 take $500 and divide the amount of guest you will have this will give your guests their individual goals as well as a group goal! 3. Educate Your Friends. Share with them the MANNA Fact Sheet as well as direct them to our website, Share MANNA videos. With the pace of our lives, it is easier to get people engaged through photos and videos. Visit our YouTube channel: 4. Social Media. Create an event on Facebook and invite your friends! Keep them interested in supporting MANNA by posting information, videos and updates. Make sure to tell them to follow us on Facebook and Twitter as well. o MANNA Facebook: o MANNA Twitter: 5. Have fun! The more excited you are the more your guest will want to join the fun!

7 Party Calendar You can host a Party with a Purpose anytime. Here is a calendar of ideas to get your creativity started: January New Year s Day Jan 1 Chinese New Year varies Backwards Day Jan 31 February Groundhog Day Feb 2 Valentine s Day Feb 14 Random Act of Kindness Day Feb 17 March April May June St. Patrick s Day March 17 Make Up Your Own Holiday Day March 26 April Fool s Day April 1 Look Alike Day April 20 World Penguin Day April 25 Cinco de Mayo May 5 Derby Day May 5 Memorial Day last Monday in May National YoYo Day June 6 Flag Day June 14 July Independence Day July 4 National Ice Cream Day July 18 August National Tell A Joke Day Aug 16 September Labor Day Sept 3 Talk Like a Pirate Day Sept 19 October Mad Hatter Day Oct 6 World Pasta Day- Oct 25 Halloween Oct 31 November Thanksgiving December National Brownie Day Dec 8 Hanukah Christmas Dec 25 Kwanza New Year s Eve Dec 31 MANNAtini Party Beach Party More notable ideas to get your party started: Office Breakfast Tailgate BBQ Virtual Party Night In Party

8 Meals that Matter Donation Instructions There are three simple ways to collect and send donations to MANNA: 1. Invite your guests to bring cash donations. a. Collect cash from your guest, complete the donation form and write a personal check made out to MANNA. MANNA Re: Meals that Matter 2323 Ranstead Street Philadelphia, PA Invite your guest to bring checks. a. Checks made out to MANNA should be sent directly to: MANNA Re: Meals that Matter 2323 Ranstead Street Philadelphia, PA Make an online donation. a. Follow this link: In order for guests who donate with cash and checks to get a tax receipt, please make sure that they neatly fill in the Party Sign-In sheet included in this packet. Questions? Contact Jen Stackhouse at x138 and Jstackhouse@mannapa.org MANNA is a nonprofit that prepares and delivers delicious nourishing meals and counsel, empowering individuals to battle life-threatening illnesses and improve their quality of life.

9 Meals that Matter Cash & Check Donation Form Please print, complete and mail this form with your checks. (Checks made payable to MANNA, please.) Host Name: $ Amount enclosed: Host Information: Phone Number: Address: Donation Information: $ Amount of checks: # of checks: Please mail to: MANNA Re: Meals that Matter 2323 Ranstead Street Philadelphia, PA MANNA is a nonprofit that prepares and delivers delicious nourishing meals and counsel, empowering individuals to battle life-threatening illnesses and improve their quality of life.

10 Guest Sign-In Sheet Please provide contact information so that MANNA can send tax receipts and additional information about MANNA. Name: Address: City, Zip Code: Donation Amount:$ Name: Address: City, Zip Code: Donation Amount:$ Name: Address: City, Zip Code: Donation Amount:$ Name: Address: City, Zip Code: Donation Amount:$ Name: Address: City, Zip Code: Donation Amount:$ Name: Address: City, Zip Code: Donation Amount:$ MANNA is a nonprofit that prepares and delivers delicious nourishing meals and counsel, empowering individuals to battle life-threatening illnesses and improve their quality of life.

11 Roast Chicken with honey rum glaze Executive Chef, Keith Lucas Serving Size 6 Roast Chicken Three 3.5lb chicken Adobo to taste 2 tbsp of spiced rum ¼ cup honey Adobo Spice 1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tbsp onion powder 1 tbsp dried oregano ½ tbsp salt ½ tbsp. pepper Blend all spices together in a food processor. Recipes from MANNA s Kitchen Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Season chicken with adobo and set aside. Combine the rum and honey and brush the chicken with a light coat of glaze. Sprinkle more adobo over the chicken. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and cover with aluminum foil or roasting lid. Bake for twenty minutes. Remove the foil and brush the chicken again with the glaze. Bake uncovered for 30 more minutes, brushing the chicken with the glaze every 10 minutes. Let the chicken cool a little before carving. To finish this meal, accompany the above chicken with a baked sweet potato with butter and salt. Sautéed asparagus with olive oil, sea salt, lemon zest and cracked black pepper. MANNA is a nonprofit that prepares and delivers delicious nourishing meals and counsel, empowering individuals to battle life-threatening illnesses and improve their quality of life.

12 Spinach and Navy Bean Salad Chef, Laura Fellows Serving 4 Ingredients 2 ¼ cups baby spinach, washed and chopped 1 15oz can of navy beans, drained and rinsed ½ cup diced red onion 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 medium clove of garlic, minced ¼ teaspoon Kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper Directions: Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl. Taste and then adjust seasoning if necessary. MANNA is a nonprofit that prepares and delivers delicious nourishing meals and counsel, empowering individuals to battle life-threatening illnesses and improve their quality of life.

Dear Friend, Thank you so much for hosting a Party with a Purpose on behalf of MANNA.

Host Packet Dear Friend, Thank you so much for hosting a Party with a Purpose on behalf of MANNA. In opening your doors and dining tables for Meals that Matter, you are helping provide nourishment to our