Congrats to our 2020 Naperville Youth Service Award
On December 9th, One of our teen volunteers, Clarice Ong was recognized as one of the 2020 Youth Sercie Award winners by KidsMatter and the Naperville City council. Mayor Chirico opened the zoom event and then council members read the nominations. John Krummen read the nomination for Clarice: I am delighted to nominate Clarice Ong… Read more »
Giving Tuesday 12-1-20
Loaves & Fishes is a proud participant in Giving Tuesday. Please mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 1st, 2020, and follow us on social media to be apart of a Journey of Generosity! We are very fortunate to have a matching gift of $75,000, which means that your donation will have an extraordinary impact in… Read more »
Hinsdale Magazine Sept. Issue, A Helping Hand
Thank you Hinsdale Magazine for including us in your September issue, A Helping Hand, Community Memorial Foundation working together with non-profits. https://issuu.com/hinsdalemagazine/docs/hm_september2020_not_for_publication/46
Loaves & Fishes Masks
Pre-purchased masks can be picked up at the Loaves & Fishes front desk Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 10 am-1 pm. If you wish to make other arrangements for pick up, contact nlouis@loaves-fishes.org Please select “Purchase L&F Mask-$15 each” from the drop-down menu provided on the Donation page. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR MASK Thank you… Read more »
Night to End Hunger 2020, Thank you video.
We are incredibly grateful for the generosity and outpouring of support at Night to End Hunger. Our community is truly making a difference in the lives of others! The evening would not have been possible without the support of our sponsors. On behalf of the hundreds of families we serve each week, we offer our sincerest gratitude.
Daily Herald, Helping the Helpers
Daily Herald, Helping the Helpers July 24th. An increase in demand combined with a reduction in supply has affected Naperville-based Loaves & Fishes Community Services’ ability to serve its clients. Founded in 1984, Loaves & Fishes provides healthy food and impactful programs for self-sufficiency to people in need. Read more here
NTEH Auction Items..Sneak Peek!
Get a sneak peek at some of our most unique auction items ever! Join us for Night to End Hunger, our virtual gala on August 29th. Register for auction Our Silent Auction will open Friday, August 21st! “Navigating our New Normal”- Life Coaching Sessions with Dr. Laura Bokar – Never have so many people encountered… Read more »
Thank you, for making a difference
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of others. We will continue to share stories and quotes on this post, from clients. Keep checking back once a month for an update on how our community is making a difference and transforming lives. May 2020, “I just want to say thank you for all… Read more »
Loaves & Fishes: Making a Difference by Working Together
Loaves & Fishes: Making a Difference by Working Together | Positively Naperville, June 1, 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed our way of life and caused a great deal of strain on our community. With unemployment reaching historic highs in just a couple of months, many households are concerned about their immediate financial future… Read more »
At Loaves & Fishes, everyone is welcome, but discrimination is not.
June 5, 2020 We are deeply saddened, frustrated and outraged by the recent and long history of inexcusable acts of hatred and injustices in our society. Nobody should ever be subject to oppression, racism and inequity. Loaves & Fishes strives to be a trusted resource to our friends and neighbors in… Read more »