Our Upcoming Events
Events at the Food Depository and in the community raise awareness and funds to support our mission. Every month brings new ways to engage, from special events to ongoing partnerships.
Our Annual Special Events
Every year we host a range of events to engage our community and support our mission to end hunger. View our list of special events for the year.
Our Ongoing Partnerships
Support the Food Depository while you shop and dine with select partners. Many local businesses and online retailers make contributions to the Food Depository when you take action. View our current partnerships.
Whole Foods Market One Dime at a Time
At participating Chicago-area Whole Foods Market locations through December 31, shoppers who bring reusable bags will be given the option to donate their rebate of 10 cents per bag to...
Grand Giving at Mariano’s
Every November, Curtis Granderson and the Grand Kids Foundation host Grand Giving. This national food insecurity campaign and fundraiser has donated more than fifteen million meals to children and families...
Shop for a Cause at Crate & Barrel
Crate & Barrel invites you to celebrate the holiday season by giving back. From November 1 through December 31, Crate & Barrel will invite customers to donate at the register...
BOMA Holiday Food Drive
The Building Owners and Managers Association of Chicago (BOMA) hosts an annual holiday food drive. BOMA/Chicago has provided more than 500,000 meals for our community in need since 2008. Learn more...
Turkey Trot 5K and 8K Run
The Turkey Trot is a family-friendly race on Thanksgiving morning. Bring two or more cans of food when you register to ensure that no one goes hungry this holiday season.
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Wendy’s Gives Back
Wendy’s hosts quarterly Give Back Nights at select locations, donating 15% of the evening’s proceeds to the Food Depository. Participating locations will be listed here a week before the event.
