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Lighten The Load

Lighten The Load is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that provides hot, nutritious meals to homeless individuals and families throughout DMV area. 

Our MISSION

Lighten The Load is dedicated to providing hot, nutritious food to homeless individuals and families throughout Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC. Our mission is to ensure that no one in our community goes hungry.

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LATEST NEWS

Stay up-to-date with Lighten The Load's latest news and events. Learn more about how we're making a difference in our community.

current happenings

  • Meal Prep and Serve at local shelter (1)
    Meal Prep and Serve at local shelter (1)
    Multiple Dates
    Meal Prep and Serve at local shelter (1)
    Sun, May 12
    NVFS' SERVE Campus
    May 12, 2024, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    NVFS' SERVE Campus, 10056 Dean Dr, Manassas, VA 20110
    May 12, 2024, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    NVFS' SERVE Campus, 10056 Dean Dr, Manassas, VA 20110
    Once a month we cook and serve a meal to residents at a Manassas, Virginia shelter.
  • Homeless Care Packages
    Homeless Care Packages
    Homeless Care Packages
    Sat, Jul 13
    Location is TBD
    Jul 13, 2024, 10:00 AM
    Location is TBD
    Jul 13, 2024, 10:00 AM
    Location is TBD
    Help us fill and deliver "care bags" to the homeless in the local community.

PAST EVENTS

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Thurman Brisben Center, Fredericksburg, VA

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Paint -N-Sip  Fundraiser

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Hot coffee and lunch for  the displaced  - Washington DC

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Northern Virginia Family Services, Manassas, VA

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