Loaves & Fishes Access

04/05/2026

Wishing you a joyful and hopeful Easter. 🌷

May this season of renewal bring fresh beginnings, brighter days, and the reminder that together, we can nourish and uplift one another. 💛

04/01/2026

Did you know - Loaves & Fishes offers FREE counseling services in English and Spanish? Reach out today to learn more or visit www.transformativegrowth.org.

¿Sabías que Loaves & Fishes ofrece servicios de consejería GRATUITOS en inglés y español? Comunícate hoy mismo para obtener más información o visita www.transformativegrowth.org.

03/31/2026

Loaves & Fishes will be closed in observance of the Easter Holiday, Friday, April 3 - Sunday, April 5th.
We wish you a lovely holiday! 🌷

Loaves & Fishes permanecerá cerrado con motivo de las festividades de Pascua, del viernes 3 al domingo 5 de abril.
¡Les deseamos unas felices fiestas! 🌷

03/11/2026

Hey Loaves & Fishes friends! Check out this wonderful program, provided by The Aura Foundation- Community Wellness Day!

We could all use a little love right now. This is a FREE event for the entire family. ❤️
For more information and to register visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-wellness-day-healing-support-for-families-tickets-1984302072916?aff=oddtdtcreator

The Aura Foundation is honored to host our upcoming Community Wellness Day — a free, family-friendly event focused on stress support, connection, and accessible wellness experiences.

This event is designed to create a safe and welcoming space for individuals and families who may be navigating stress, life challenges, or barriers to wellness support.

If you know someone who could benefit, or if you are a community partner organization serving families or individuals in need of supportive resources, we invite you to connect with us.

Please reach out at:
[email protected]

Together, we can help expand access to wellness and support within our community.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theaurafoundation/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aurafoundationnfp/

Interested in donating/sponsoring? Click below:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/community-wellness-day

03/10/2026

📣ATTENTION
Due to major thunderstorms forcasted for this eveing, the CCC-Plainfield
Food Distribution will be ending early -Tuesday, March 10th.

Thank you for your understanding

📣ATENCIÓN
Debido a las fuertes tormentas eléctricas pronosticadas para esta noche, la distribución de alimentos del CCC-Plainfield finalizará antes del martes 10 de marzo.

Gracias por su comprensión.

02/27/2026

The Mental Health and Wellness Symposium will be held on March 7th at Metea Valley High School.
This event is free, but registration is required. Childcare is available for children aged 3-10 years old.

Information about the schedule and speakers can be found here: https://mentalhealthwellnesssymposium.regfox.com/mhws-2026

02/12/2026

Need Help with your Tax Return? 📤

Loaves & Fishes is an IRS-approved VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance ) site offering FREE help on state & federal tax returns for low-income households. Preparing your tax return can be confusing.

The knowledgeable and dedicated volunteers will help you prepare and file your tax returns at no cost. Annual income of $70,000 or less.

The VITA program is open from February 2 through April 6, 2026.
Appointments required. please call (630) 355-3663 ext. 0
For more information on documentation needed and requirements, visit: https://www.loaves-fishes.org/programs/cares/

02/09/2026

Hip Hip Horray-Today is National Pizza Day!🍕

Pizza can be good for you when it's topped with lots of veggies and protein- you've got a healthy option for supper tonight. Check out this recipe.

Here's an easy, affordable, healthy, high-protein recipe to try for National Pizza Day! ttps://thebalancednutritionist.com/high-protein-pizza/

02/06/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that starting 2/6/26, Transformative Growth Counseling will be offering FREE ONLINE counseling services to our clients, now available in Spanish on Fridays from 12 to 5pm.
These are in addition to the in-person sessions available on Fridays at L&F from 9am to 2pm (English only).
Clients are asked to call 630-423-6010 to set up the online appointments.

02/03/2026

As of Feb. 1, changes to SNAP benefits may affect how some neighbors access food support. For many households, this shift comes with new questions, added stress, and uncertainty about what happens next.

At Loaves & Fishes, our priority remains the same: ensuring every client has access to nutritious food with dignity and care. If SNAP benefits change or end for your household, we are here to help fill the gap.

No one should have to choose between groceries and other necessities. If you or someone you know needs food assistance or guidance during this transition, please reach out.

For more information on the changes to SNAP, visit https://wegotyouillinois.org/updates/snap-work-requirements/