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July 2, 2021

In South Shore, expanding pantry nourishes neighbors

June 18, 2021

Why LGBTQ people are more likely to face hunger (and how our partners are helping)

A CREDMADE worker loads a large batch of pretzels into the packing machine.

May 28, 2021

Food Depository partners with CREDMADE to create jobs

May 24, 2021

Cicero school district steps up to feed families

April 6, 2021

‘A long time coming’: Austin pantry sees major upgrades

February 24, 2021

With new grant funding, Roseland pantry hopes to expand reach

Cubs outfielder Ian Happ, left, talks to Abel Yolich, of Humboldt Park, as they pack food boxes.

January 20, 2021

On MLK Day, Cubs and youth baseball players give back

Ian Happ, Chicago Cubs outfielder, is growing as a force for good off the field as well.

September 30, 2020

Cubs slugger Ian Happ roasts coffee for COVID relief

September 15, 2020

Video: Roseland pop-up provides food, hope in time of need

September 11, 2020

West Town soup kitchen carries on through COVID-19

Ten years ago, Chef Marshall Galbreath was a resident at the shelter. Today, he's executive chef.

July 27, 2020

At Safe Haven, life lessons served with food

Ladrea and her son Dreme pose for a photo

July 20, 2020

‘I know I’m going to get my blessings’: A young mom navigates life’s obstacles