Plates with Purpose

06/17/2026

We are SO excited to share our first delivery to the Blackstone Valley Community Action Program Food Pantry today!

Each year BVCAP serves over 12,000 families living in Pawtucket, Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln and Woonsocket. For these families, BVCAP is a safety net, providing basic necessities like food, clothing and fuel assistance during hard times.

The feeling of making new connections and increasing our reach to feed more neighbors never gets old & today was no different! We are grateful to the BVCAP team and our friend, Cassandra at Great Aunt Louise's for helping to get these freshly prepared meals into the hands of those who need them.

🍝 Penne & meatballs with GAL’s family sauce, mandarin oranges 🍊& a sweet treat 🍪

06/16/2026

Just a few days left before school’s out for the Summer and we’re preparing a few final Grab & Go totes for families at LincolnCentralElementarySchool 💛.

Too many children rely on free or reduced priced meals they receive at school (breakfast & lunch). YOUR support helps to fill in some of the gaps. You can gift a Grab & Go at any time: LINK IN COMMENTS.

06/15/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended Bouquets & Bubbly this weekend! We had a blast rallying together for our neighbors that are experiencing food insecurity in RI.

The Summer Picnic edition was a hit and we owe it all to:

🥂 Jeanine and the team at Blackie's for donating their beautiful space, seasonal snacks and crisp, cold bubbly

🌼 Colleen at Betty's Blooms who donated her time and brought the most beautiful and summery flowers

💛 Our wonderful community of friends who always show up to ensure the work we do continues

Continue to follow for upcoming events - we’ve got some fun ideas brewing!

06/14/2026

Still amazed by the difference a group of like minded, community-oriented people can make when they come together!

Honored and humbled…thanks again, New Day Planning - Thrivent + Cindy's Diner and Restaurant for rallying your neighbors. Nobody does it like RI does! 💛

06/11/2026

Neighbors helping neighbors 💛

06/10/2026

Oh what a night! Incredibly honored and grateful to have been part of the 5th annual food drive, hosted by Cindy's Diner and Restaurant + New Day Planning - Thrivent!

5 MASSIVE boxes & 28 overflowing bags = more than 500 items that will keep the shelves stocked in Johnston, Cranston, Smithfield, and North Providence!

To Jess, Carol, Bryan, Jackie, Ben, the Scituate baseball team (former and current players) and every person who showed up tonight to …our 💛s are full! THANK YOU!

06/06/2026

Yesterday, Blackie's made their final delivery to LaPerche Elementary for the 2025-2026 school year!

Braised short rib and cheddar quesadillas 🫓, with chipotle mayo and house made salsa + fresh watermelon 🍉 cubes. Yum!

BIG thanks to Team blackie’s for the (and happy 💛s) in Smithfield. And thanks to YOU, our community, for ensuring the work we do continues. Every dollar donated, every like, comment and share makes an immediate difference.

06/05/2026

Getting ready to build more breakfast kits. School is almost out and we’re working as quickly as we can to meet the need. Gift a Grab & Go Kit now!

Link in comments 💛

06/03/2026

It was great talking to The Local Insider about our Community Hope Chests this week! 💛

Plates with Purpose grows to more locations and many thousands fed. Story from our Causes page ⬇️

12/24/2025

With Purpose & Love,
Jenn, Jen, Felicia & Nicole
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