About Us
Our Vision
Our Mission
To create a sustainable statewide network ensuring every Oklahoma food bank has access to nutritious, locally sourced meat.
To supplement food banks by funding the processing of donated livestock, providing consistent, high-protein food to families in need.
Our Story
Modern Day Manna was inspired by the Marlow Samaritan Beef Supplement Program, launched in 2023 by Dr. Lyndon Graf.
What began as a local effort, processing one animal per month, has grown into a model of community-driven hunger relief. By 2025, the program doubled its impact, demonstrating that simple, faith-driven action can transform lives.
MDM exists to take that model statewide.
"The Bible talks about feeding the poor in numerous passages. As a Christian, I see it as both my obligation and privilege to help provide for those in need."
— Dr. Lyndon Graf
Board Members
Covy Carr
President, Whiskey Creek Processing Plant
Earl Livingston
Founder, Livingston Machinery Company
Dr. Larry Woods
DVM
Dr. Lyndon Graf
DVM, Marlow Veterinary Clinic
Tommy Stephens
Meat & Poultry Inspection Director, Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry
Legal Advisor
Jeri Holmes
Nonprofit Solutions Law
Our
Values
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Faith – Guided by Christian principles of service and compassion
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Stewardship – Maximizing every donation for direct impact
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Community – Bringing people together to serve others
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Sustainability – Building long-term solutions to hunger
“Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will repay him for his deed.”
Proverbs 19:17