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What have we been up to in FY2016? Read our annual report for some of the highlights

Exit Strategy Brewing Company's limited edition charity beer.

What do we mean when we say Hunger and Food Insecurity?

This December we'll explore the importance of keeping our food safe before, during, and after cooking.

"Vulnerable Populations" are no stranger at the Food Pantry. In fact, 93% of individuals served by the Food Pantry belong to a household with at least one member who is a senior, child, or disabled...

In FY2016 we improved both the quality and quantity of food distributed to over 15,000 families. We increased the quantity of food by 23% in FY2016 compared to the year prior. Despite increasing the...

Our Home Delivery program is expanding! The program will add an additional 10 participants to its home delivery roster. Through a partnership with Thresholds, the program will deliver groceries to...

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Clients of the Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry will tell you at any distribution that this Pantry is the best in their area...

The Surplus project has shown true innovation in reducing food waste, saving food from the landfill and getting it to those who need it the most. The Surplus Project began in early 2015 and has since...

During October our nutrition education team will be focusing on the importance of whole Grains and incorporating them into your diet. October Schedule:October 1st: Discussion - Whole GrainsOctober 5th...

Meet Roy Smith and Barbara Young, two of the growing number of homebound seniors served by the pantry’s Home Delivery program. Once free to work and move around the community with mobility and ease...