50th Anniversary Celebration

In 1974, a group of concerned community members started what they called “The Jonnycake Group” to provide those struggling to make ends meet with food and clothing during the recession.

Fifty years later, the Center has grown into a robust organization that provides access to healthy food, nutrition and wellness education, youth enrichment opportunities, service-enhanced housing and economic empowerment initiatives.

To commemorate this very special time we will be hosting four events throughout the year that will honor and engage our past, present, and future partners, board members, volunteers, staff, and most importantly, the community we serve.

On this day in 1974, The Jonnycake food pantry and thrift store opened its doors to the community. Past and present board members are invited to join us at our headquarters for refreshments, a tour of our new building, and to learn all about what we have going on at the Center today.

We are back at the Dunes Club in Narragansett for our largest fundraising event of the year. Join us in the fight against hunger and poverty for a night filled with live music, delicious food, a complimentary cocktail hour, and silent auction.

Jonnycake Members will be provided tickets to a Waves game to enjoy any time during the 2024 season!

Ocean State Waves Schedule

Past and present Volunteers are invited to attend a celebration of their dedication to the community at Sons of Liberty. If you were a volunteer at the Jonnycake Center at any time, please contact Kim at karundel@jonnycakecenter.org or call (401) 515-7284 for more details.

In 1974, a group of concerned community members started what they called “The Jonnycake Group” to provide those struggling to make ends meet with food and clothing during the recession.

Fifty years later, the Center has grown into a robust organization that provides access to healthy food, nutrition and wellness education, youth enrichment opportunities, service-enhanced housing and economic empowerment initiatives.

To commemorate this very special time we will be hosting four events throughout the year that will honor and engage our past, present, and future partners, board members, volunteers, staff, and most importantly, the community we serve.