Daily Herald, Loaves and Fishes launches online grocery market
Loaves and Fishes Community Services has launched a new online grocery market for clients.
One of the state’s largest food pantries, Loaves and Fishes created the service because in-person shopping can be difficult for clients who work multiple jobs or have physical constraints. Clients can complete an order online within 10 minutes.
CBS Chicago, New Cold Storage Hub Helping West Suburban Non-Profit, March 2022
https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/new-cold-storage-hub-helping-west-suburban-non-profit-provide-food-for-hungry-families-in-dupage-will-kane-and-kendall-counties/?intcid=CNM-00-10abd1h
NCTV17 Spotlight
NCTV17 Spotlight interview with Mike Havala, President/CEO of Loaves & Fishes and Nancy Wiersum, Executive VP Advancement.
Positively Naperville, Loaves & Fishes Community Services Hosts Return of Chef Showdown
Loaves & Fishes Community Services is very pleased to announce that after much anticipation, Chef Showdown, “Battle of the Champions” will be held from 6 to 9PM on Wed., March 9, at their new Food Distribution Hub at 580 Exchange Court, Aurora. This year, the event is held in partnership with My Chef and will raise funds for essential services for struggling families in DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties.
Next Generation Generosity
Loaves & Fishes: Next Generation Generosity By Nancy Wiersum As we look to the future, we are so encouraged by the involvement of the youngest generation in our vital mission. This year we had numerous children and teenagers step up to end hunger and transform lives. While we remain deeply grateful for everyone who makes… Read more »
Daily Herald | Demand still high at suburban food pantries, donations lagging at some
Daily Herald | Demand still high at suburban food pantries, donations lagging at some By Eric Peterson Both demand for and donations to local food pantries throughout the suburbs have experienced large surges since the start of the pandemic 20 months ago. But while need continues to be unrelenting in many areas, in some of… Read more »
Naperville Sun | November 11th, With costs going through the roof and supplies tight…
With costs going through the roof and supplies tight, Loaves & Fishes officials worry if they’ll have enough for holiday meals Costs are rising, whether for a gallon of milk, a tank of gas or this year’s Thanksgiving turkey. Figures released this week by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reveal the consumer price index,… Read more »