Help & HopeFor the Hungry, the Homeless and the Hurting

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About Loaves & Fishes of the Rio Grande Valley

Loaves & Fishes of the Rio Grande Valley is one of those few organizations that cut across every ethnic, cultural and socio-economic barrier. Hunger and homelessness is not race or class specific. Most Americans are about one paycheck or serious illness away from the reality most of our clients face every day. At Loaves & Fishes, we offer help and hope to our community through the following services:

Bread of Life Dining Hall

Serves free hot and nutritious meals to anyone in need of a plate of food. Bread of Life Dining Hall

Family Emergency Assistance

Provides short-term assistance for rent or utilities, and food bags. Family Emergency Assistance

Great Physician Healthy Living

Offers basic health and wellness education and services. Great Physician Healthy Living

The New Hope Job Shop

Offers GED Preparation, Computer Classes, and Job Assistance. The New Hope Job Shop

Harvest Table Food Pantry

Distributes food bags containing canned goods and other items. Harvest Table Food Pantry

Open Arms Homeless Shelter

Provides temporary residence and assistance for homeless individuals. Open Arms Homeless Shelter

Our Impact in 2023

85,329

Meals Served

5,334

Bed Nights Provided in the Shelter

$121,389

Financial Aid Provided Through Family Emergency Assistance

8,079

Services Provided in the Job Shop

15,924

Great Physician Healthy Living, Community Health Events & Nurse Visits

Executive Director of Loaves & Fishes

Learn more about the Executive-Director here.