Loaves & Fishes Community Services is commemorating its 40th Anniversary this year! Four decades of unwavering dedication to serving our community and making a positive impact on the lives of those in need.
Since our earliest days in 1984, Loaves & Fishes has grown into a beacon of hope, providing essential resources and support to individuals and families facing food insecurity. Through the years, we have witnessed the power of compassion and community coming together to make a difference.
As we celebrate this significant milestone, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to every volunteer, donor, and partner who has been part of our journey. Your generosity and commitment have been the driving force behind our mission, allowing us to uplift and empower countless lives.
We are collecting stories and messages on how Loaves & Fishes has impacted your life over the years.
If you would like to share a memory or experience, please send it to director of marketing and communications, Joni Wiltz jwiltz@loaves-fishes.org
Loaves & Fishes recently celebrated the success of another graduating class of the Moving Up program. This transformative 20-session workshop addresses the profound impact of poverty and low wages on participants’ lives. Guided by trained facilitators, Moving Up empowers individuals to transition from living paycheck to paycheck to proactively “Moving Up.”
The program’s critical initial step involves a self-assessment, enabling participants to uncover and utilize their strengths and internal resources. This introspective process identifies areas of life requiring nurturing and guidance, aligning with each participant’s goals. The effectiveness of this journey depends on participants’ honesty with themselves, fostered by the supportive community within Moving Up, where individuals can open up and find the courage for the challenging journey toward self-sufficiency.
We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Endeavor Health as a 2024 Community Investment Fund partner.
The support from this Investment Fund will allow us to expand our food distribution hours to include more “after-work” shopping times at our Naperville Market. The scope of the project also includes the installation of additional lighting and a canopy for safety and protection in the evening hours.
This partnership will empower us to deepen our commitment to ending hunger while bringing enhanced care and support to our community. Thank you, Endeavor Health, for your tremendous support in this mission and to your community!
— Loaves & Fishes Community Services