Feeding Houston with love, dignity, and a little bit of flair.

Meals on Heels is a Houston-based mutual aid initiative that provides food and care to the local LGBTQ+ community and youth in need.

What started as a small effort to share resources has grown into a mission to ensure everyone has access to nutritious, home-cooked meals — served with pride.

Our Heart & Strategy

Dignity in Every Meal → Strategy: Delivering Care Directly

We believe everyone deserves to eat with dignity.

That’s why we’re building direct delivery routes, distributing meal kits, and forming lasting relationships with Houston families — so food reaches the people who need it most, without barriers.

Community in Action → Strategy: Feeding Together

Our work is rooted in collaboration.

Through local markets, volunteer networks, and mutual aid partnerships, we’re creating a system where neighbors care for neighbors — and every act of giving multiplies into something bigger.

Progress Through Care → Strategy: Building for the Future

We’re not just feeding for today; we’re preparing for tomorrow.

From patenting Meals on Heels MREs to opening a community kitchen, we’re laying the groundwork for long-term, self-sustaining solutions powered by donations, time, and love.

Our Goals

Short-Term (Mutual Aid)

(1) Distribute non-perishable meal kits with simple cooking instructions

(2) Partner with local markets for drop-offs and community days

(3) Begin monthly donation drives and delivery routes

Long-Term (Non-Profit Growth)

(1) Develop patent Meals on Heels MREs for emergency distribution

(2) Establish a community kitchen offering free hot meals

(3) Expand to a registered 501(c)(3) organization

Meet Our Team

Gavin Calais (Rachel)

FOUNDER
Gavin started Meals on Heels with a mission to feed Houston’s LGBTQ+ community through creativity, compassion, and care. They guide the organization’s vision and ensure every project stays rooted in dignity and inclusion.
Arthur Mangum

DESIGN DIRECTOR
Arthur shapes the visual identity of Meals on Heels — from campaign design to merchandise. Their creative direction helps transform our message of nourishment and pride into bold, recognizable imagery.
Christopher Gonzales (Sauvignon Blanca)

SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR
Sauvi manages all things funding — from donation tracking to financial planning — helping Meals on Heels grow sustainably and transparently.
Arin Teamer

COMMUNICATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS
Arin builds bridges with local organizations, volunteers, and donors. They help tell the story of Meals on Heels and expand its reach across Houston and beyond.
Sierra Johnson

OUTREACH AND COMMUNITY OPERATIONS
Sierra leads on-the-ground efforts to connect with Houston families, youth, and community partners. Her focus is ensuring that meals and resources reach those who need them most.