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The New Normal—Crestwood pantry is an oasis for those in need
In this second installment of The New Normal series, we explore how Operation Blessing Food Pantry distributes food from its modest warehouse to its growing number of clients. | Read more
The New Normal—Volunteers’ pride shines at Northwest Side pantry
In this first installment of The New Normal series, we follow the longtime volunteers at St. Cyprian's Food Pantry, who have helped meet demand as it continues to grow exponentially | Read more
Growing the Field—Five goals, five years: The Food Depository's 2010-2015 Strategic Plan
The Food Depository releases new goals for 2010-2015 strategic plan | Learn more
Taste of Chicago donates healthy food to those in need
Greater Chicago Food Depository volunteers and staff salvaged 7,402 pounds of unused food from Taste of Chicago vendors in Grant Park on July 4. | Read more
Charter One becomes Lead Corporate Supporter of Food Depository's Mobile Programs
Bank’s Making Music Matter initiative leverages concerts to fight hunger. | Read more (UPDATE: More August shows have been added.)
Healthy Helpings delivers
A new Food Depository program serves complete heat-and-serve meals to 500 older adults at five CHA and HUD sites in Chicago and is receiving rave reviews. | Read more
Children are 'Running on Empty'
A new study reports that 45 percent of children surveyed had missed a main meal in the previous 24 hours. | Read the fact sheet (PDF) | Our reponse this summer
Landmark study reveals an unprecedented number in Chicago and Cook County seeking emergency food assistance
Largest, most comprehensive report ever conducted on emergency food distribution reports 36 percent increase in clients served annually; nearly 250,000 children. | Read more
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JPMorgan Chase & Co. Corporate Challenge benefits the Food Depository Panera Bread shares the warmth with the Food Depository |
Holy Cross Immaculate Heart of Mary |
‘Food is real energy’» Food Depository founder Bob Strube leaves a legacy of service |
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