Open Hand's Advocacy for Medically Tailored Nutrition Intervention

By: Matthew Pieper, CEO

At Open Hand, we strongly believe that we have an obligation to help others understand the importance and impact of our medically tailored nutrition interventions.

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An Update on the Food is Medicine Movement

By: Matthew Pieper, CEO

As our year kicks off I’m feeling energized and excited about the growing momentum behind the Food is Medicine movement.

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A Look Back at 2025

By: Matthew Pieper, CEO

As we close out the year, I can’t help but reflect on all the major Open Hand milestones we accomplished this year. None of them would be possible without the ongoing generous support of our donors, volunteers, community referral partners, and legislators.

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Reflection & Gratitude

By: Matthew Pieper, CEO

While it is always important to take a moment to appreciate all we must be thankful for, Thanksgiving is a wonderful opportunity to take a pause and reflect on our many blessings. My gratitude runs deep this year, and as CEO of Open Hand, I have a long list of people and opportunities I owe thanks.

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"Open Hand will take care of me."

Ammy has been a foodie her whole life. She loves traveling and tasting the cuisine of each place she visits. But in 2016, multiple cancer diagnoses threatened to change everything.

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Open Hand on ABC World News

We’re deeply honored to be included in an 'America Strong' segment on ABC World News Tonight—featuring the powerful impact of medically tailored meals and the community organizations delivering them nationwide.

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