The Fulton County Community Foundation awarded a $2,500 grant to Community Presbyterian Church in support of its Fishes & Loaves ministry, helping provide free, nutritious meals to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity throughout the Rochester area.
Each Saturday, Fishes & Loaves serves between 325 and 370 meals. Community members may pick up meals at St. John's Lutheran Church, while volunteers also deliver more than 275 meals each week to individuals and families who are unable to travel.
"Receiving this grant is an incredible blessing for Fishes & Loaves. It allows us to continue serving our neighbors with dignity, compassion, and hope by providing nutritious meals to those who need them most. Every dollar invested in this ministry is transformed into a reminder that our community cares. When we feed someone, we remind them they are seen, valued, and never alone," said Christina Davis, Director of Fishes & Loaves.
This grant was made possible through the Fulton County Community Fund, which supports the Foundation's responsive grantmaking efforts to meet changing community needs and opportunities. Gifts to the Community Fund help strengthen Fulton County by supporting projects that improve quality of life today while building resources for the future.
Right now, every dollar donated to the Fulton County Community Fund is matched with an additional $2, tripling the impact of every gift.
To donate or learn more, contact Fulton County Community Foundation Director of Development Brian Johnson at 574.224.3223 or visit www.nicf.org.
Lawrence County (ILL.) burn ban temporarily lifted
City of St. Francisville cracking down on junk in yards and alleys and tall grass
Two Lawrence County men in custody after burglary investigation
Bridgeport Police make arrest in school threat incident
City of Bridgeport continues bridge and infrastructure repairs
Gov. Braun extends tax filing deadline for Hoosiers impacted by August storms
Lawrence County issues burn ban
Lawrence County Veterans Commission moving forward
Governor Braun delivers another month of gas savings for Hoosier families
Find a cooling center near you with Indiana 211
LAFPD Trustee position open
Statewide standards for E-bikes, E-motos and other electric devices protect riders, pedestrians and motorists
Lawrenceville city election petitions now available
Puntney named as new chairman of LCMH Board
USDA offers disaster assistance to Ag producers in Indiana impacted by recent flooding
Two Lawrence County 4-H members are project state champions
Indiana man dies after weekend motorcycle accident; injuries reported in another in Lawrence County (Ill.)
Lawrence County man sentenced on federal meth charges
Heat Advisory in effect for southeastern Illinois
