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Hidden Hunger in Charlotte

A growing number of college students can't make ends meet. One local student often has to go without food while studying for exams and holding down a job. For her, Loaves & Fishes is a life saver.

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This summer, you helped feed over 8,500 children!

For even one child, not knowing where your next meal is coming from can be very scary. Families that rely on free and reduced breakfast and lunch during the school year often spend their summer months struggling to put food on the table. Stretching already tight budgets to provide two extra meals a day, added […]

Client Stories

“I can choose the food that fits my family’s needs”

Shawnovia and her husband are a working family with two school-aged children. Shawnovia also struggles with Lupus. Because of flair-ups and resulting doctors appointments, Shawnovia sometimes is forced to miss several days of work. On these days, she does not get paid. She tells us, “Loaves & Fishes helps working families have that extra support. […]

News

School is out for summer but hunger never takes a vacation

School is out and summer is finally here! But for many kids summer time is a scary time of year. Families that rely on free and reduced breakfast and lunch during the school year are now faced with stretching already tight budgets to provide two extra meals a day. In addition, there are added costs such […]

Events

Register Now for Tour de Turns Saturday, August 26

The 6th Annual Tour de Turns and Shade Tree Festival is Helping Turn the Corner on Local Hunger Register today for the 6th annual Tour de Turns and Shade Tree Festival, Saturday, August 26 at Carmel Road Neighborhood Park. This original and unique benefit bicycle ride winds through beautiful tree-lined South Charlotte neighborhoods offering 15, 25, 37 and 62 mile […]

Client Stories

Hidden Hunger: Elizabeth’s Story

A growing number of college students can’t make ends meet. One local student often has to go without food while studying for exams and holding down a job. For her, Loaves & Fishes is a life saver. Elizabeth’s family has no idea she is hungry and she wants to keep it that way. Elizabeth is […]

Events

Sort & Sip Thursday, August 17 at Sugar Creek Brewing

Enjoy a brew and help feed the hungry at the same time! Join us for our next Sort & Sip, Thursday, August 17th at Sugar Creek Brewing, 215 Southside Dr. That evening, $1 from every beer sold will benefit Loaves & Fishes! Want to volunteer before you head over? Bring friends to sort food in […]