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 MONDAY NIGHT MEAL

Serving Carver County with Free, Home-Cooked Meals Every Monday — 5:15 to 6:15 PM

Serving Carver County with kindness and care, one meal at a time. Our free Monday night takeout meals are open to all — no sign-up needed.

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WHO WE ARE

Serving Carver County with kindness and care, one meal at a time. Our free Monday night takeout meals are open to all — no sign-up needed.

The Monday Night Meal began in 2009 with a commitment to providing free, homemade, nutritious meals alongside fellowship and community connection.

​Inspired by the servant spirit of Jesus, this initiative was first launched by a Waconia organization at the Chaska Moravian Church. As the need grew, the program expanded to St. John’s Lutheran Church in Chaska.Today, Monday Night Meal serves around 8,000 individuals and families each year, offering complete, to-go meals crafted with care and devotion.

Weekly
Menu

Every Monday, we offer free takeout dinners featuring an entree, a side, and often a dessert — available until we run out or until 6:15 PM. Check our Facebook page for the weekly menu and updates.

Thank you for supporting Monday Night Meal, operated out of St. John’s Lutheran Church, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit — all donations are tax-deductible.

MENU FOR WEEK OF

Monday, Oct. 13

Fried Chicken
Potato Casserole
​Coleslaw 
Assorted Desserts
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OUR MISSION

Rooted in Christ's love, we provide the same care we offer our own families, creating a space of belonging for everyone.

Help Us Serve Our Community

Your donation helps us share nourishment and kindness across our community. Each gift directly supports the preparation and distribution of free, warm takeout meals for individuals and families in need. Thank you for helping us make a difference.

Monday Night Meal operates out of St. John’s Lutheran Church, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit — all donations are tax-deductible.

Food Costs

Kitchen Operations

Silverware & To-Go Containers

Facilities & Utilities

Utensils Upkeep

Community Care

Total Donations

Collections - $17K

Goal - $25K

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OUR PURPOSE

We welcome everyone with open arms—no questions asked and no barriers to receiving a meal. 

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General Questions

We’re glad you’re here! This section answers common questions about our free Monday night meals — from what’s on the menu to when and how to pick one up.

How many meals can I have?

We do not limit meals per person but are unable to serve additional guests once we have run out.  

No, we are a takeaway meal program and encourage you to enjoy your meal wherever you feel most comfortable.

Is there a dine-in option?

Do you deliver meals?

At this time, we have reached full capacity for meal deliveries. 

Are you open every Monday?

We operate 44 Mondays each year. Any important updates will be posted here and on our Facebook page, giving you advance notice to make other arrangements as needed.

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Fred Platt Green

"In the just reward of labor, God’s will is done. In the help we give our neighbor, God’s will is done. In our worldwide task of caring for the hungry and despairing, in the harvests we are sharing, God’s will is done."

Get in Touch

If you have additional questions, please reach out via the form, and one of our volunteers will get back to you. 

Find Us

300 E. 4th Street, Chaska, MN 55318

Hours

M: 5:15 - 6:15 PM

Call Us

Phone: +6126128317

Contact us

300 E 4th St, Chaska, MN 55318

© 2025 Monday Night Meal

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