Loveland’s Community Kitchen Celebrates 3,000 Days of Meal Service

Volunteers and local donors keep the mission alive for more than 8 years

Loveland, CO – March 10, 2025 – in a milestone that says a lot about the strength of community support, LOVELAND community cuisine I’m going to celebrate 3,000 consecutive days of meal service on March 14, 2025. For more than eight years, the kitchen has ensured that no one in Loveland is hungry, providing daily meals without interruption – chronology, snow or the sun.

This remarkable achievement highlights the dedication of volunteers, donors and local partners which have made it possible to serve thousands of people, families faced with difficulties for the elderly, veterans and those who know homelessness.

A meal that means more

More than food, the community cooking of Loveland offers Hope, dignity and connection. Each meal is a chance to bring people together, promote the community and give access to the essential resources that help individuals find stability.

“Our mission has always been more than s

imply providing food,” said Cat Hall, Executive Director of the community cuisine of Loveland. “We consider a meal shared as an opportunity to offer dignity, support and a gateway to services that can transform lives.”

The impact of the kitchen goes beyond the numbers. Many guests have shared sincere stories about how a hot meal helped them in their most difficult times. A former guest, now used and housed, wrote:

“Community cooking is a lifeline. So many times, I was hungry and I had no food or money. Now, even if I am hosted and work, I still have trouble after paying the bills and the rent. Meals here help me stay healthy and move forward. »»

Honor 3,000 days of service

To mark this important step, the kitchen invites the community to a Organist open breakfast doors in pancakes on Saturday March 15 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at their location at 427 n Garfield Ave, Loveland, Co. You can enjoy a hot meal, meet volunteers and learn more about how the kitchen works.

In addition, to continue this vital work, Community members are encouraged to donate $ 30—A dollar for each 100 days of service. Each contribution helps to provide nutritious meals and support services to those who need them.

“Reaching the 3,000 -day milestone is an exciting achievement,” said Sally Wabeke, vice-president of the board of directors. “It has been more than eight years of meals, no matter the weather or any challenge. Our volunteers know that hunger does not take a vacation. »»

How to get involved

Loveland community cuisine remains open Seven days a week, including holidaysMake sure no one is left behind. They work in close collaboration with organizations such as Loveland and Berthoud wheels meal To provide balanced meals organized by dietitists who promote physical and mental health.

To find out more about their mission, their volunteer opportunities or their means of making a donation, visit Lovelandcommunitykitchen.org or call 970-278-1726.