There are 102,000 people in Jefferson County alone considered to be “food insecure,” which means they don’t know where their next meal is coming from. Together, we can do something about it.
PEOPLE UP.
BECOME A FRIEND.
Donate
DONATE money here. Donate non-perishable food items by emailing hlanham@archlou.org
Volunteer
SERVE clients on Wednesday and Thursday between 10am – 12pm, or help stock shelves Tuesday – Thursday. See more opportunities HERE. Email Debbie Belt to learn more and schedule times.
Be a Best Friend
SIGN UP to make regular recurring donations of time, money or canned goods. Our needs are persistent. Email Peyton Rhea to learn more.
About Father Jack
In 1970, a nine-year-old boy named Bobby Ellis died of starvation in his downtown home. Father Jack rallied people to donate, collect and distribute food to those in need to prevent such a thing from ever happening again. He dared to care.
DONATE now to support our mission.
THE NUMBERS ARE STARTLING.
OUR NUMBERS GIVE HOPE.
YOUR DONATION PROVIDES HELP.
LOCATION & CLIENT SERVICE HOURS
Catholic Charities of Louisville opened a Dare to Care food pantry in May 2021 on the campus of Holy Name Catholic Church, 2914 S. Third St.
Although anyone with need will be served, the pantry aims to serve those living between I-65 and 7th Street Rd. to the east and west, and the University of Louisville and the Watterson Expressway to the north and south.
Hours:
10:00 am – 12:00 pm on Wednesdays
10:00 am – 12:00 pm on Thursdays
If you are interested in volunteering or donating goods, please email the Volunteer Coordinator, Debbie Belt.