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It is with true sorrow that we alert you of the passing of Regina Grantham on January 13, 2025. Regina, and her late husband Bob Grantham, were heartfelt supporters of the Loaves and Fishes program. Regina followed Bob on the Board at Loaves and Fishes and served multiple terms prior to her retirement from the Board in 2022. Regina was then recognized as Loaves and Fishes first Board Member Emeritus, a role she actively served in until her death. Loaves and Fishes, Grace and Holy Spirit Church and the Grantham’s have a long, connected and gratifying history. Loaves and Fishes has had the good fortune to be a welcome guest in the Church’s parish hall and kitchen since 1986. Regina served in many leadership roles at Grace Episcopal Church and, after the [...]

Diane Eaton of Freeville donated over 150 handknitted selection of Christmas stockings, scarves, and hats to keep our guests warm this winter.   Thank you Diane for your caring gifts!

CLF is proud to announce that staff member David Thompson will have his art collection appearing at the Cortland Free Library for the month of February.  "Glimpses of Hope" will debut Saturday February 10th at 10:30am with a reception in the library's art gallery, and will feature the artist's works that depict his struggles with addiction.  All are welcome to join in celebrating David's talents and encouragement to a clean and healthy lifestyle. Additional information can be found on the Cortland Library's link below. https://cortlandfreelibrary.org/event/art-exhibit-glimpses-of-hope-by-david-thompson/  

Loaves & Fishes staff and volunteers celebrated with almost 150 guests for their annual Christmas dinner Friday December 15th.  Director Kim Hill outdid herself this year preparing a feast of roast turnkey and ham, with all the traditional trimmings, and yummy desserts. Volunteers from the community served guests throughout the early evening, with Santa arriving and presenting gifts to children.  A very happy and joyous atmosphere, with smiles not only from guests, but the volunteers who donate their time to make life a little better for those in need of a holiday celebration. The Cortland Breakfast Rotary Club prepared food baskets for about 40 families totaling 100 adults and kids, while Family Health Network collected 90 stockings stuffed with gifts that were distributed to families. On behalf of the staff and board [...]