Loaves & Fishes Community Services to host ‘Night to End Hunger 2026’
Loaves & Fishes Community Services is planning its annual “Night to End Hunger,” a fundraising event dedicated to raising critical support for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity across DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties.
This year's event will take place on Friday, Sept.18, from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at the Hotel Arista, 2139 City Gate Lane in Naperville.
Guests will enjoy an evening featuring elegant dining, inspiring stories of impact, and opportunities to bid on exclusive silent and live auction packages, including travel experiences, fine dining, high-end wines, and more.
Throughout the evening, attendees will also engage with the mission of Loaves & Fishes and learn how their support helps create lasting change in the lives of local families.
More than a fundraiser, “Night to End Hunger” is a celebration of the collective impact that is possible when a community comes together.
Through the generosity of donors, volunteers, corporate partners, and advocates, Loaves & Fishes can expand capacity, strengthen partnerships, and invest in services beyond food, so more neighbors can move from crisis to self-sufficiency.
"Night to End Hunger is an impactful event for our community to support solutions that address food insecurity and build a stronger foundation for families in need,” said Mike Havala, president & CEO of Loaves & Fishes Community Services. "Funds raised will help us provide healthy food and supportive programs to thousands of families throughout our service area. We are grateful for the partners, donors, and volunteers who make this work possible."
The public is invited to join us for this inspiring evening and to witness what can happen when we “Nourish Together.”
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Tracy Katschke-Goss, events & stewardship manager, at tkgoss@loaves-fishes.org.
Tickets are $375 or $3,500 for a table of 10. RSVP by Aug. 3. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit loaves-fishes.org/night-to-end-hunger-2026/.
About Loaves & Fishes Community Services
Loaves & Fishes Community Services is a registered 501(3) organization serving about 10,000 people a week by providing healthy food and impactful programs for self-sufficiency. It is the largest food pantry in the state of Illinois. Clients receive a healthy variety of food, including fresh fruits and vegetables, milk, and eggs. The Loaves & Fishes CARES programs help clients become more self-sufficient through programs focusing on Physical Health, Financial Health, Employment Health, and Mental Health. Loaves & Fishes serves DuPage, Will, Kane, and Kendall counties. Loaves & Fishes Grocery Market and administrative offices are located in Naperville, and their Food Distribution Hub is located in Aurora. For more information, visit loaves-fishes.org.