Help bring our NEW central kitchen to life. This transformative 7,100-square-foot facility will allow us to TRIPLE meal production and expand our Culinary Arts Training Program, ensuring we can meet today's need and tomorrow's growth.
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Building a stronger community through meals, dignity, and opportunity.
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The Nourishing Lives Campaign Goal
The $4.5M Nourishing Lives Campaign will fund a much-needed new central kitchen so we can expand our reach and strengthen our ability to serve the people of Contra Costa County.
Why We Need Your Help
Food insecurity continues to rise across Contra Costa County affecting 1 in 5 residents. Our current kitchen, purchased over two decades ago, has reached full capacity.
The Future We’re Building Together
Triple meal production from 3,000 to 9,000 meals daily
Accept large-scale food donations from regional partners
Cook more safely and efficiently and reduce operational costs
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Our Mission
Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa provides community-based food programs and partner services that address basic needs and strengthen food security for individuals and families across Contra Costa County.
Current Community Impact
More than 3,000 meals served daily and over 500,000 meals annually.
More than 2,100 pounds of groceries distributed daily and over 392 tons annually.
Five dining rooms operating in Antioch, Martinez, Oakley, Pittsburg, and Walnut Creek.
Two mobile meal units reaching underserved neighborhoods.
Partnerships with more than 25 community organizations.
A FREE Culinary Arts Training Program empowering individuals with job skills.
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Less than 5% of our funding comes from government or public support. The Nourishing Lives Campaign depends on generous individuals, businesses, and community partners who believe in creating lasting change through compassion and action.
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