A Caring Heart Can Change A Life
Loaves & Fishes is a local independent ecumenical food ministry located in Burlington, NC that provides groceries to hungry families in Alamance County and the five surrounding counties.

Loaves & Fishes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported entirely by individuals, churches, foundations, businesses, schools and civic organizations, and does not receive any funds from local, state or federal government.

Persons my be referred by other local agencies, but a referral for food is not required. Persons seeking assistance must fill out an application and be interviewed to determine the level of need. Many families can receive food as often as every 30 days.

A small staff, a large number of dedicated volunteers, and a broad base of local support enable Loaves & Fishes to accomplish it's mission.

Mission Statement
The mission of Loaves & Fishes Christian Food Ministry, Inc. is to offer assistance, encouragement and empowerment of persons in need through the distribution of food and limited financial assistance without regard to race, gender, orientation or social economic status in the name and spirit of Christ. It is our conviction that persons can better fulfill their potential when offered a helping hand.