Stories of Philanthropy

Loaves & Fishes Announces Hub 2.0 Expansion and Landmark Lead Gift, Becoming First Recipient of Endeavor Health’s $5 Million Impact Award

Loaves & Fishes Announces Hub 2.0 Expansion and Landmark Lead Gift, Becoming First Recipient of Endeavor Health’s $5 Million Impact Award   (Naperville, IL – December 10, 2025) – Loaves & Fishes Community Services today announced the launch of Hub 2.0, a transformational facility expansion designed to significantly increase access to fresh, healthy food for… Read more »


Feeding the Future: Planned Giving at Loaves & Fishes

Feeding the Future: Planned Giving at Loaves & Fishes October is National Planned Giving Awareness Month, a time to highlight the power of legacy giving and the incredible impact it has on organizations like Loaves & Fishes Community Services. For over 40 years, Loaves & Fishes has worked to end hunger and transform lives, now… Read more »


Daily Herald, Stories of Local Impact: Mike and Mary Schroeck create a legacy of giving

Stories of Local Impact_ Mike and Mary Schroeck create a legacy of giving


Loaves & Fishes has provided over $1million in rent assistance

Over $1 Million in Rent Assistance Distributed!   We are thrilled to report that Loaves & Fishes has provided over $1 million in rent assistance through the DuPage Emergency Rent Assistance Program, helping 141 households (378 individuals) in Aurora and Naperville stay safely housed.   This program, implemented by DuPage County Community Services, offers assistance… Read more »


Loaves & Fishes SNAP Statement

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Loaves & Fishes Community Services Welcomes Four New Board Members

Loaves & Fishes Community Services Welcomes Four New Board Members   Loaves & Fishes Community Services is pleased to announce the appointment of four new board members: Sue Allgaier, Kendra Hyett, Chris Phalon, and Angie Thomas. Each brings a wealth of expertise and a strong commitment to community service, enhancing the organization’s leadership as it… Read more »


Feed the Earth, Feed the Community!

At Loaves & Fishes, we believe that nourishing people and caring for the planet go hand-in-hand. That’s why we are excited to launch “Feed the Earth, Feed the Community”, a community-driven fundraising campaign to support our new composting initiative. This project brings food full circle, from farm to grocer to farm. Here’s how it works: On the… Read more »


Stamp Out Hunger, Saturday, May 10

The 33rd Annual Stamp Out Hunger Letter Carriers’ Food Drive Is Saturday, May 10  


Community Food Assistance, Persona Naperville 2025

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Into 2025 : With Compassion, Purpose and Committment

As we close another impactful year, we are filled with gratitude for the support that has empowered Loaves & Fishes Community Services to uplift thousands of families across DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties. Together, we have reached extraordinary milestones—serving over 10,000 individuals weekly, marking a significant increase from prior years. This season of giving and celebration is especially meaningful, as it coincides with Loaves & Fishes’ 40th anniversary.