Our Mission

The mission of Loaves and Fishes is to feed the hungry of Contra Costa County by providing free hot nutritious meals at five dining facilities.

Since 1983, Loaves and Fishes has served over 3,500,000 meals to many thousands of hungry people throughout Contra Costa County. We have recruited volunteers and built an organization that has grown to serving over 100,000 meals each year. Help make a difference in the lives of hungry people.

• We will serve meals to the hungry of Contra Costa County without regard to race, religion, sex, age, disability, place of residence, or any other qualification.
• We strive to provide a welcoming and positive environment, respectful of the dignity and privacy of all guests, regardless of circumstances or appearance.
• We work at developing a cooperative relationship with other organizations and individuals who share our goal of feeding the hungry.
• We are a local volunteer organization, staffed by committed individuals who recognize the need to feed the hungry of Contra Costa County.
• We are financially responsible by the utilization of volunteer labor and donated food products.
• We are accountable to our supporters by providing full disclosure of all financial dealings.
• We seek financial and volunteer support for Loaves and Fishes from individuals, businesses and organizations that recognize the need for feeding the hungry.

http://www.loavesfishescc.org