Initial
funding was provided in response to a growing hunger problem
in 1983 by a seed grant from the Episcopal Diocese of North
Carolina to St. Paul's Episcopal Church. St. Paul's continues
to provide the pantry & storage space for operations.
As of 2009 the volunteers from our many area
churches have created and maintained a successful ecumenical
ministry to Union County people in need for 25 years.
Some keep records, pay bills, care for correspondence,
speak to organizations and raise funds. Some purchase, transport,
log, and stock the pantry. Others divide and package the food
in a predetermined assortment and quantity by family size
for an ample week's worth of nutrituionally balanced meals.
The pantry, located at St. Paul's Episcopal
Church at 116 S. Church Street in Monroe, is open to dispense
food and accept donations from 10AM until noon every day of
the week except Friday and Sunday.
Not affiliated with Charlotte Loaves
& Fishes and Union County people in need do not benefit
from donations routed to Mecklenburg.
Board Responsibilties
The Board is expected to raise and responsibly administer
funds, contract with other agencies and individuals and develop
such policies and procedures as are necessary to accomplish
its business. It appoints committees, defines their responsibilities
and monitors their progress. It also supervises, advises and
supports teh Executive Director and his/her staff. Emphasis
is placed on seating a diverse Board, which includes people
of color, business, civic groups and geographic representation.
Board
Members |
| •
President •
Al Dielh |
•
Vice President •
Cofield Hilburn |
•
Tresurer •
Jean Beamer |
•
Secretary •
Sandy Hasty |
•
Director•
Bill Colt |
•
Director •
Doug Lengguist |
• Director
•
Herb Joyner |
• Director
•
Don Locklear |
• Director
•
Brady Green |
• Director
•
Diana Lovette |
• Director
•
Sue Pauley |
• Director
•
Len Rapkins |
Board Expectations
Commit to the mission of Loaves and Fishes of Union County Inc.,
serve as an advocate to the community and promote awareness
of its service and activities.
Attend and participate in quarterly Board
meetings, the annual membership meeting and Annual Retreat
as well as carry out the duties of his/her individual and/or
committee assignments to keep the organization sound and viable
in the current environment.
Uphold and adhere to the by-laws of the organization
Conduct themselves in accordance with the
core values of the organization
Participate in the organizations events,
fundraising activities, and programs. |
