Other Ways to Donate

Donor Advised Fund – Please consider making a donation to Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays through your donor advised fund. There may be other organizations with the same name, so be sure to use Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays Tax ID (56-1398498) to find us when making a gift through the sponsoring organization that manages your fund.

Monthly (Recurring) Donations – Want to make a larger donation than fits into your budget?  Consider dividing it into manageable monthly donations.  Sign up as a recurring donor on our secure online donation from. Choose your monthly amount on the site. Any amount will help families. If you have questions, please contact Tyler Hoffman at tyler@loavesandfishes.org  704-523-4333 ext 5901.

Stock – Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays welcomes stock donations. To make a stock donation, contact Lucy Mitchell at 704-594-5832 or Lucy@LoavesAndFishes.org.  If you’ve already made a gift of stock, be sure to contact us so we can be on the lookout and credit you with the donation!  Most stock transfers do not include donor information.

IRA – If you are 70 ½ or older, you can lower your taxable income by making a donation to Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays, Inc. directly from your IRA account.

Consult with your financial or legal advisor to determine how this will impact your own personal situation. Your plan administrator should mail your distribution to:

Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays, Inc.
PO Box 680791
Charlotte, NC 28216

Honorarium or Memorial – Recognize the special person in your life through an honorarium or honor the memory of a loved one with a donation to Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays in their name. We will send a card to the individual or family notifying them of your gift.  We do not share the amount of the donation.  Make your donation online here. Questions, please contact Tyler Hoffman at tyler@loavesandfishes.org  704-523-4333 ext 5901.

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By Mail – If you prefer to give through the mail, send your donation to:

Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays, Inc.
PO Box 680791
Charlotte, NC 28216

Employer Matching Gifts – You can double your donation through your employers matching gift program. Many companies have matching gift programs that match employees’ philanthropic interests.  For information on how to participate, contact your human resources department.

Vehicle Donation – Vehicle Donations are a unique and impactful giving option that helps Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays fight food insecurity in our community. Your unwanted car, truck, boat, motorcycle, SUV or even plane can be accepted as a donation. Your generosity qualifies for a tax deduction and we’ll do all the heavy lifting. The pick-up is free and we’ll schedule it during a time that’s convenient for you. Complete the form below to get started!  Questions? Call 855-500-RIDE (7433) or visit: careasy.org.