Summary
Organization name
Loaves & Fishes
other names
L&F
2000
Tax id (EIN)
84-1554467
Category
Food, Agriculture & Nutrition
Organization Size
Small Organization
Address
545 Highway 103 PO Box 967Idaho Springs, CO 80452
Clear Creek County, CO, US
Loaves & Fishes
A nonprofit organization
$1,145 raised by 10 donors
11% complete
$10,000 Goal
Help Us Nourish Our Community
At Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, we are committed to ensuring no one in our community goes hungry. With your support, we can provide nutritious food, hope, and dignity to families, seniors, and individuals facing food insecurity.
Every Dollar Makes a Difference
Food prices continue to rise, but your dollar does so much good when donated to Loaves and Fishes. By working with close community partners like Food Bank of the Rockies, we are able to purchase food at a discounted rate, making your monetary donation
Your generous donations help us:
- Stock our shelves with healthy and fresh food
- Provide hot meals 2 day a week
- Maintain our facilities and general operations
- Expand our programs to reach more people in need
Make an Impact Today
Your Contribution-big or small-makes a direct impact, helping us to provide:
- Food for 210 individuals each week
- Up to 15,000 pounds of groceries each month for families facing chronic food insecurity
- Holiday meals for over 160 families
Every donation helps us deliver not just food, but also hope and compassion
Ways to Give
1. One Time Donation
Support our mission today with a one-time contribution
2. Monthly Giving
Join our community of sustaining givers by setting up a recurring donation. Your consistent support ensures we can help families year-round
Why Support Loaves & Fishes?
- 100% of your donation goes towards feeding our neighbors in need.
- We're a trusted part of the community, serving families for 26 years
- Your generosity stays local, helping friends and neighbors in Clear Creek & Gilpin counties.
Together, we can nourish our community and build a future where everyone has access to the food they need. Thank you for your support.
Blessings to you & yours,
Loaves & Fishes
Testimonials
- “There are a lot of families in my neighborhood that would not eat without your service. Thank you.”
- “You folks have been a blessing and someone you can rely on. Thank you.”
- “Wonderful folks that make one feel welcome & cared about”
- “Everyone here is so friendly and warm, you feel good when you leave, not like you are down and out.”
Mission
Loaves & Fishes exists to bring Glory to God by providing food and emergency assistance to those in need. All services are to be offered without discrimination as an expression of Christian love and generosity.
Background Statement
Loaves and Fishes started in 1999 by individuals from Clear Creek County and the neighboring area identifying a need for emergency food assistance for struggling families and individuals in the community.
Loaves & Fishes is the primary food pantry for Clear Creek County. As a faith-based, non-denominational ministry we remain committed to our mission to bring Glory to God by providing food and emergency assistance to those in need.
In the last few months Loaves and Fishes have seen an increase in shoppers that has not been seen since 2020 when the pandemic hit.
Clients shop in an environment similar to a friendly neighborhood grocery store, for staples and fresh food two days a week. This is referred to as a 'client choice' model of food distribution allowing clients to exercise autonomy, free from volunteer supervision when shopping.
Lunch is served both days we are open. To ensure sufficient food for all our households, clients can shop one day a week but are invited to have lunch both days. The coffee pot is always on, and clients are greeted by long standing volunteers who welcome clients with a professional, yet friendly and non-judgmental disposition. On average we serve 120 households per week, 30 lbs per household, equating to over 180 tons of food annually Each household is eligible for Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets.
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Organization Data
Idaho Springs, CO 80452