Accessibility Statement
Effective Date: July 30, 2026
Hope's Kitchen is committed to ensuring our website is accessible to all visitors, including individuals with disabilities. We believe everyone should be able to access information about our programs, volunteer opportunities, meal services, and ways to support our mission.
Our Commitment
We strive to make our website accessible and user-friendly by following recognized accessibility best practices and working toward compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA wherever practical.
Our ongoing efforts include:
- Providing meaningful alternative text for images
- Supporting keyboard navigation
- Maintaining sufficient color contrast
- Using clear headings and page structure
- Providing visible keyboard focus indicators
- Designing forms with accessible labels and instructions
- Writing content in clear, easy-to-understand language
- Testing our website using accessibility evaluation tools and manual review
Third-Party Content
Our website includes third-party services, such as Givebutter for online donations and Google Maps or other embedded content. While we strive to work with accessible providers, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party websites or embedded services.
Need Assistance?
If you experience difficulty accessing any part of our website, need information in an alternative format, or have suggestions for improving accessibility, we would be happy to assist you.
Hope's Kitchen
322 Washington St.
Lead, SD 57754
Phone: (605) 580-0650
Email: hopes.kitchen2026@gmail.com
When contacting us, please describe the issue you encountered and the page or feature you were trying to access. We will make every reasonable effort to provide the information you need and address accessibility concerns promptly.
Continuous Improvement
Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly review our website and make improvements as technology, standards, and user needs evolve.