Dear Friends,

Summer brings outdoor gatherings, neighborhood pot-lucks, and family cook-outs. In fact, if you think of your favorite summer activity, it most likely includes a favorite, familiar food or beverage. Food is not only a basic need, but is central to how we gather as human beings.

As you enjoy your time with family and friends, this summer, please remember our neighbors in need of help with food. Their summer will be made better by the support you give. Thank you for your help in every season of the year!

Please join us in congratulating our Community Engagement Manager, Elizabeth Milkie, on her completion of the Leadership Loudoun program!

And please join us in thanking Community Care Manager, Tannia Cogeos for her caring for those we serve, and for the expertise she brought to a recent panel on homelessness in Loudoun. The LoudounNow article is linked in the newsletter below.

Don't forget to help us thank and celebrate our Deputy Director, Trish McNeal for 10 years of service to LHR and those we serve.

Loudoun Hunger Relief will be closed on Friday, June 19, on Saturday, June 27, and on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 for the federal holidays. We hope you enjoy your summer holidays, and we ask that you please bring your food donations during our open donation hours.

Thank you for being partners in the mission of making sure no one is hungry in our Loudoun community.

The Loudoun Hunger Relief Team 🌷

Loudoun Hunger Relief was honored to participate in the recent Homelessness Faith Summit, where local nonprofits, faith leaders, and community organizations came together to discuss the growing challenges of housing instability and homelessness in Loudoun County. During the panel, our Community Care Manager, Tannia Cogeos, shared how increasing demand for food assistance often reflects broader financial hardships facing local families and seniors. Tannia's deep caring for the community we serve, and deep knowledge of community needs was an asset to this event, sponsored by Real Armored Women.

Join us in congratulating Elizabeth on her graduation from Leadership Loudoun!

Elizabeth Milkie, Community Engagement Manager at LHR graduated from Leadership Loudoun last month, a program designed to develop and engage current and emerging leaders in Loudoun County.

During the 9-month program, the Leadership Loudoun cohort participated in leadership development activities, visited with local and state elected officials, and learned about resources and opportunities available in Loudoun County. The program culminated in a community impact project which included participating in hundreds of hours of community service throughout Loudoun County and hosting a panel presentation focused on solutions to help the 1 in 4 households who fall within the ALICE (Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed) threshold in Loudoun County. Congrats, Elizabeth!

LHR Receives 100WomenStrong Grant

Loudoun Hunger Relief was honored to be among the 2026 grant recipients of 100WomenStrong of Loudoun County, Virginia. Their continued investment in our mission has made a lasting impact, helping us provide fresh, nutritious food to neighbors in need. This grant will help fund a new refrigerated box truck to support LHR's food recovery and delivery efforts. We are deeply grateful for our partnership with 100WomenStrong over the years and we are proud to stand alongside so many incredible organizations doing vital work in Loudoun.

Fortessa Shop to Donate Raises $9,185 for Loudoun County Nonprofits

We were honored to participate in Fortessa Shop to Donate again this year. During the event, a total of $9,105 was raised for local nonprofits including Loudoun Hunger Relief. We are so thankful to the team at Fortessa for their long-term partnership and generosity and thrilled to be honored among this group of wonderful nonprofits working to make Loudoun a better community.

Loudoun Empty Bowls Tickets on Sale Now!

Tickets are now on sale for Loudoun Empty Bowls on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at Stone Tower Winery! Join us for an evening of soup, bread, and dessert while supporting Loudoun neighbors in need.

Each guest will take home a handcrafted bowl as a reminder of the many people whose bowls are not always full. Proceeds benefit Loudoun Hunger Relief, Dulles South Food Pantry, and the Loudoun Abused Women's Shelter (LAWS). Reserve your tickets today!

Vote for LHR for Loudoun's Favorite Nonprofit/Community Organization!

It's time to Fill the Bus at Wegmans!

Now through June 17, you can donate at the register at Wegmans to help feed children in Loudoun County all summer long. We are grateful to Wegmans for their robust and longterm support helping us serve our shared community!

Plant a Row For Those in Need!

As you plan your vegetable garden this season, consider planting an extra row or a few additional plants to help neighbors in need. Your backyard bounty can go a long way in supporting our community. We gratefully accept fresh produce donations, every tomato, zucchini, and pepper helps!

Check our current donation hours at loudounhunger.org before you stop by.

Upcoming Pantry Closings

Our offices and pantry will be closed:

Friday, June 19



Saturday, June 27

Friday, July 3 & Saturday, July 4



Please do not leave donations outside while we are closed. 

If you or someone you know needs additional human services like rent or utility assistance, please go to the Loudoun County Information & Referral website for more details or call 703-777-0420! For additional food resources, please visit Loudoun Feeds.

Are you planning your estate or portfolio giving?

Contact Trish McNeal to discuss options including DAF's, IRA Direct Distributions, Beneficiary Designations, Gifts of Stock, and other ways to give. LHR is honored to accept bequests and other legacy gifts.