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Royal Animal Refuge

Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta

Georgia Advancing Communities Together

Atlanta Writers Club

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Jewish Fertility Foundation

Founded in 1982 by Betty Anne Ford and Nancy Newell, Loaves and Fishes began as a summer program for 12 children in Raleigh’s Halifax Court community. What started as a reading enrichment program grew into a year-round comprehensive support system.
When our original students moved beyond 2nd grade, we saw their need for continued support. We expanded to serve students PreK-12, adding mentorship programs at every stage. Today, as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit celebrating over 40 years of service, we continue to walk alongside students and families from kindergarten through high school graduation and beyond.
We Empower Under-Resourced K-12 Youth for Life Opportunities.
We accomplish this through out-of-school programming using a long-term, relationally-based, holistic approach to development that involves enrichment of the mind, body, and spirit. We strategically collaborate with schools, non-profits, and other community organizations to provide critical support to the youth and families we serve. Loaves and Fishes currently serves up to 40 pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade students in a comprehensive after-school program Monday-Thursday located at The New Hope Collaborative (St. Mark’s Church) on N. New Hope Rd. in Raleigh, NC.

Mahjong Tournament for a Cause

Meet & Greet with Artist Richard Wilson, Jr

YouthCulture Parent/Caregiver Empowerment Program

Tutor or lead enrichment activities

Support family programs and events

Give

Dana Wright

Kiana Williams

Ashieia High

Bianca Greene

India Williams

Richard Wilson, Jr.

CELEBRANZA! 🎉 Our final awards celebration was held on Thursday! This annual event signifies the end of another program year! That means a lot of hot dogs, highlights, hugs, and high fives! 🌭🏆🫂🙌🏾 Many thanks for National Charity League, Inc. (NCL) and Ekklesia Church at Raleigh, Young Men’s Service League - YMSL, and boys team charity for sponsoring this event! We appreciate your partnership! 🤝 The LAF office will be closed for the next two weeks to give our staff a much needed break! Look out for updates via Facebook, Instagram, and email for what’s coming ahead! @newhopecollaborative @ekklesia.rdu @ncldogwood @ymslnational @boysteamcharityinc

🗣️Calling all Mahjong lovers! 🀄️ We’re bringing the tiles, the fellowship, the fun, and the prizes together for a beautiful afternoon — all for a great cause! Whether you’re competitive, casual, or just love the Mahjong community, this event is for YOU. If Mahjong isn’t your thing, you can still support the mission by donating through the event link. Every dollar helps us continue serving children and families throughout Raleigh. And if you know someone who LOVES Mahjong, help us spread the word by sharing this post and tagging your Mahj crew below! 💛 Play with purpose. Give with heart. ‼️EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT 5/15 - 5/31 🔗 https://givebutter.com/laf-mahjong-tournament-2026 #MahjongForACause #MahjongLovers #RaleighEvents #PlayWithPurpose #GiveWithHeart LoavesAndFishes

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT‼️Join Loaves & Fishes for an intimate and inspiring afternoon with acclaimed contemporary visual artist Richard Wilson, Jr.—whose powerful work captures history, family, and legacy through a deeply personal and compelling lens. We are excited to bring a curated selection of Mr. Wilson’s award-winning artwork directly to our New Hope Collaborative campus for this special experience. What to Expect: ✔️A curated exhibition of Wilson’s celebrated works ✔️An opportunity to meet the artist and hear the stories behind the canvas ✔️Insight into his creative process and the inspiration behind his most iconic pieces ‼️Exclusive first access to pre-order signed prints of a newly commissioned work inspired by Loaves & Fishes‼️ ✔️A special first-look announcement connected to our upcoming 45-year celebration ✔️Light refreshments will be served This event is designed for art collectors, supporters of Loaves & Fishes, and anyone who appreciates meaningful storytelling through art. Come experience an afternoon where art, story, and community come together—and be part of an exciting moment as we look ahead to celebrating 45 years of impact. 🎟️ Admission is FREE, but registration is required. Please RSVP BY APRIL 24. Link in bio. 👆 www.richardwilsonart.com www.lafchildren.org For inquiries: India Williams, Executive Director, Loaves and Fishes iwilliams@lafchildren.org @richardwilsonart @lafraleighnc

What goes up, must come down. Our store is officially closed! Many thanks to all of our partners, donors, volunteers, staff and families who made this year’s Loaves and Fishes Pride For Parents Christmas Store successful! Over 200 families were served across 8 days. And because of you, many parents walked away with a sense of pride and dignity knowing their children will wake up to presents and Christmas joy! Thank you and Merry Christmas! Loaves and Fishes Ministry, Inc.

Loaves and Fishes Attends Annual John William Pope Foundation Christmas Reception On December 5th, Executive Director, India Williams and Board Chair, Duncan Jennings had the honor of attending the @popefoundationnc ’s Annual Christmas Reception, held at the Park Alumni Center at NC State University. The gathering provided a valuable opportunity to connect with foundation staff, network with fellow grantees, and learn more about the impactful work being done by other nonprofit organizations across the state. We are thrilled to share that Loaves and Fishes Ministry was recently awarded a $20,000 grant from the Pope Foundation! We remain deeply grateful for their continued support and count it a privilege to be among the organizations they invest in to strengthen communities and expand opportunity. ******* If you know of grant opportunities that align with Loaves and Fishes’ mission and vision, we’d love to hear from you. Please reach out to our Executive Director at iwilliams@lafchildren.org.

WEEK 1 of our store has officially come to a close. 🙌 As we prepare for WEEK 2, help us spread the word and let’s make the season bright for every family who walks through our doors. ❤️ Know a family that could use a little extra help making Christmas magical this year? Our Pride for Parents Christmas Store is OPEN to the public and ready to welcome families in Wake County! 🎁 WHO QUALIFIES: •Families whose children are on Medicaid, or •Households receiving SNAP or similar benefits •Bring your benefits card and photo ID to shop! 📍 WHERE: Loaves and Fishes Ministry 1725 N. New Hope Rd. Raleigh, NC 27604 WHAT TO EXPECT: ✅ Brand NEW toys ✅ Limited clothing items ✅ Free books ✅ Gifts priced at just 25-30% of retail ✅ FREE gift wrapping ✅ Pay with cash or CashApp It’s all about restoring dignity and joy during the holidays. You shop for your kids — we make it affordable and meaningful. REMAINING STORE HOURS: Tuesday, Dec. 16 | 3:00–7:00 PM Thursday, Dec. 18 | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM Friday, Dec. 19 | 3:00–7:00 PM Saturday, Dec. 20 | 9:00 AM–Noon #PrideForParents #LoavesAndFishesMinistry #HolidayJoy

All is calm, all is bright. ✨ Day 2 of our Pride for Parents store saw record numbers for a Thursday! Today, over 20 volunteers assisted our staff and Board in serving 34 families! The joy was palpable. To witness the excitement and pride in the parents faces as they shop is what makes this one of the best times of our program year. Tables are all restocked as we rest, reset, and get ready to do it all over again tomorrow. Many thanks to our staff, Board, volunteers, community partners, and all of our wonderful customer families for making this an incredible and unforgettable experience thus far!

The halls have been decked and it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Loaves and Fishes! Tuesday was an amazing opening day at our Pride for Parents Christmas Store! We welcomed 25 families to shop for their children, while 20+ incredible volunteers helped us turn our space into a joyful holiday marketplace — setting up, sorting, pricing, and even wrapping presents with love. Special thanks to Cynthia Wilson and our friends at @ekklesia.rdu for the festive decor! We’re especially grateful this year. Just last year, a trailer filled with donated toys was stolen. We had to start over from scratch… but this year, we’ve truly received double for our trouble. The generosity from our community has been overwhelming — and we’re not done yet! 🎁 Here’s how you can still help: We’re open through December 20, and still in need of: • Bicycles and helmets • Gifts for tweens & teens You can: 1. Shop our Amazon Wish List or Walmart Wish Lists (Links in bio) 2. Drop off new, unwrapped toys at our site 3. Or make a monetary donation — and we’ll shop for you! Link in bio. 🎄 Want to volunteer? Sign up for a shift via Activate Good and come experience the magic. Link in bio. We are so thankful for every donation, every hour volunteered, and every encouraging word. Because of you, families are shopping with dignity and children will wake up to gifts that bring joy and hope. 💛

LAF FRIENDS—YOU DID IT! 🎉🙌Thanks to your generosity, Loaves and Fishes raised over $3,500 this Giving Tuesday! Because of you, children will have warm meals, access to academic support, safe transportation, and the care of trusted mentors who show up for them every day. Here’s just a glimpse of what $3,500 will help provide: 💚Safe Transportation for students from school to our site 💚Hands-on learning tools and enrichment supplies 💚Support for parents through programs like Family Night 💚A safe, joyful space where children can thrive Every dollar makes a difference — and this community came together in a powerful way. Thank you for believing in our mission and showing up for our families. 🎉Special Recognition: Giving Tuesday donors will be featured — along with our other generous givers — on the Honor Roll Wall of Giving in our December newsletter and on our social pages. It’s our way of celebrating the incredible community that makes this work possible. 💚 Didn’t get a chance to give? It’s not too late — your support still matters. You can make a tax-deductible gift at www.lafchildren.org/donate or mail your gift to: Loaves and Fishes Ministry, Inc. P.O. Box 14596 Raleigh, NC 27620 (EIN: 56-1433563)

Uh-oh… looks like the Grinch is sending us some not-so-merry weather this Friday! 😅 So – we’re bumping our Christmas celebration to Saturday, Dec. 6th instead! ❄️ 🎄 NEW DATE: Saturday, December 6 🚪 Doors open: 4:00 PM 🎬 Movie starts: 5:30 PM 📍 1725 N. New Hope Rd Same cozy Christmas fun, same FREE everything! Bounce houses, crafts, Santa pics, pizza, popcorn & The Grinch. Whoville awaits on Saturday! 🎉

Loaves and Fishes friends, on this #GivingTuesday, challenge your friends and family to give to LAF along with you! Simply share this post or tag them below. We are better together! 💪

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 🧡 A Message From The Executive Director Dear Friends of Loaves and Fishes, As we enter this season of gratitude, I want to pause and say thank you. Whether you’ve made a financial gift, donated supplies, volunteered your time, encouraged us with kind words, spread the word about our mission, shared grant opportunities, or even sat down for coffee or lunch with me to offer insight and support—I see you, and I appreciate you. Your contributions, both tangible and intangible are the threads that hold our Loaves and Fishes community together. I’m especially mindful this year of the power of relationships—the strength we gain from showing up for each other, sharing resources, offering guidance, and believing in what’s possible. Thank you for trusting me to serve as Executive Director in this season. Your partnership gives me the courage and clarity to lead. Your belief in our work inspires our team every single day. Loaves and Fishes is more than an after-school program. It’s a community—a space where children are nurtured, families are supported, and neighbors lift one another up. That happens because of YOU! From all of us at Loaves and Fishes—Happy Thanksgiving! May your heart be as full as ours. With deep gratitude, India Williams Executive Director Loaves and Fishes Ministry, Inc.

Today, we pause to honor and thank all the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting our freedoms do not go unnoticed. From all of us at Loaves and Fishes Ministry, thank you for your service. 💙❤️ #VeteransDay #Gratitude #LAFRaleigh #ThankYouVeterans

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