COMMUNITY HELPING COMMUNITY QUARTERLY IMPACT REPORT — Q2 2026
BECAUSE OF YOU, people throughout St. Louis had food on their table this quarter. Because
of you, local ministries had the support they needed to keep serving their neighbors. Your generosity is the reason this work happens.
WHAT YOU MADE POSSIBLE 135,726
pounds of food you helped distribute
20,824
people you helped serve in 2026
4,144
families you cared for
9,950
children you helped feed
40
volunteers you equipped to serve
7
Community Partners you helped strengthen
A Thank-You
FROM GATEWAY MICHAEL ELEMENTARY “I hope this letter finds you well as we begin another exciting school year. On behalf of our students, staff, and families, I would like to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of classroom communication devices last year. Your support made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. The communication devices you provided gave our students greater opportunities to express their needs, participate in classroom activities, engage with peers, and experience increased independence.
Your support made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.
Because of your partnership, many students were able to make progress in communication and social interaction skills that are essential for their success both in and out of the classroom.” — Principal Baker, GWM
The communication devices you provided gave our students greater opportunities to express their needs, participate in classroom activities, and engage with peers. — P R I N C I PA L B A K E R , G W M
A Thank-You
FROM LIFE’S BREAD COMMUNITY SERVICES MINISTRY “I wanted to share with you our sincere appreciation for the help and support you provide. Your generosity enables us to fulfill our mission of feeding the hungry. Because you stand with Crisis Aid International as a partner and participating organization with LBCSM, you share in this recognition for the work we do in the community as a Food Pantry and neighborhood resource hub. This recognition was sponsored by Old North St. Louis Restoration Group in the form of a Resolution from the Missouri House of Representatives and was presented by Representative Marty Joe Murray, District No. 78. This recognition was made possible due in part to the work that Crisis Aid International does communitywide.” — LBCSM
The Difference YOU MAKE BEYOND THE FOOD PANTRY
Every other week, The Love and Care Church opens its doors for service — a place to gather, worship, and learn about the Lord. You help make this possible. While distribution is held right after service, many people come primarily for worship. Some have been attending for years, while others come for the first time, but all can feel the warmth and love you help make possible. For many, this church is a second home — a place where they see friends, family, and people from all walks of life who are facing similar struggles. Because you support this space, people find comfort in knowing they are not alone. Everyone, no matter who they are or where they come from, needs help from time to time — and thanks to you, that help is there.
Thank you! As we reflect on this quarter, we’re reminded that none of this happens alone. Every pound of food distributed, every family cared for, every child fed, and every life touched is because of you. You are meeting immediate needs. You are strengthening local ministries. You are supporting students and families, and you are sharing hope throughout St. Louis. Thank you for standing with us and helping us serve our neighbors with compassion, dignity, and love.