April 2017
Pantry Pulse: Spring 2017
Our spring Pantry Pulse newsletter is out now!
In this issue:
- Nutrition Education's Impact
- Notes from a successful food drive
- Meet Zahava
- Check-in with Eddie, one year after Cooking Matters
Pantry Hours & Information
1st Wednesday: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
2nd, 3rd, 4th, & 5th Wednesday: 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to Noon
Guests to Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry may visit ONCE per calendar month.
You must present a photo ID and proof of address in one of the following zip codes: 60130 - 60131 - 60141 - 60171 - 60176 - 60301 - 60302 - 60304 - 60305 - 60402 - 60644 - 60651 - 60707
Nutrition Educaiton
Nutrition Education is now offered at 100% of distributions. April's theme is Eeating Healthy on a Budget.
Need Help Connecting to Benefits?
The Pantry's on-site Benefits Coordinator, Pleshette (that's her in the picture) is here to help! She can pre-screen you for eligibility, help walk you through the application, and assist with follow-up.
To schedule an appointment, call Pleshette directly at (708)386-1324 ext. 1106.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Bag)
Bring reusable bags to distribution. Not only will you receive bonus items for doing so, but reusable bags tend to hold up better than plastic ones.
We've Got Diapers!
Diapers are available at distribution in a variety of sizes. We also have adult incontinence supplies available. Ask a staff member for more information.
Service Area Expanded!
We expanded our service area to include 60141 (Hines). Residents of 60141 are now able to visit the Food Pantry once per month to receive food and may utilize Pantry Services.
Additional Resources
Access from AT&T | low-cost home internet to qualifying families
Greater Chicago Food Depository | 773.247.3663
Housing Forward/Prevail | 708.386.1946
Museums for All | free/reduced price museum access with EBT card
Thank you for reading, we hope you found this newsletter interesting and informative. Please let us know if you have any suggestions for information to include in this monthly newsletter. Have a wonderful month!
Sincerely,
Paula, Kate and Ricardo
