Jon Bon Jovi's music isn't the only thing that has soul.
The singer and actor has two "Soul Kitchens" through his foundation where people in need can eat for free.
Jon Bon Jovi's music isn't the only thing that has soul.
The singer and actor has two "Soul Kitchens" through his foundation where people in need can eat for free.
The "Livin' On A Prayer" singer is a total softie when it comes to helping those in need.
It's a non-profit organization with the mission to reduce the amount of hunger and homelessness in the United States.
For instance, Jon's organization recently took a page from fellow philanthropist, Gary Sinise, by donating half a million dollars to build an apartment complex for homeless veterans.
“Often times, [veterans] left to deal with PTSD, and the issue of coming back to the workplace after leaving the battlefield..." he said.
In addition to this, he released a song called "Unbroken," which has all of the proceeds going to the Patriotic Service Dog Foundation.
It's an organization that connects veterans and first responders with service animals.
The singer and actor currently has two "Soul Kitchens" AKA restaurants, under his JBJ Soul Foundation.
If you can afford to pay, then you will only be asked to make a $20 donation.
As for the homeless, they are encouraged to eat and then later volunteer in the kitchen.
The second opened in 2016 near Toms River, an area that had been devastated by Hurricane Sandy.
The organization's website reported that 51% of the meals they’ve served so far have been paid for by donations.
“There are no prices on our menu. So if you are in need, you participate. And that means bussing the table, washing a dish, working in our gardens,” he added.
There are no reservations or designated seating.
This means that you will likely dine alongside other strangers — a move that allows random strangers to connect.
A lot of it even comes straight from the restaurant’s garden and farm!
The menu, which changes every 10 days, is mainly American cuisine.
Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available.
In addition to the restaurant portion of the facility, there is also a food bank for the homeless, cooking classes, after-school activities for at-risk children, and so much more.
“Everybody feels like part of a community," one of the restaurant's chefs, Mario Batali, said.
"This is something that serves to feed not only somebody’s belly, but their dignity, their mind, their happiness,"