Together We Are Greater

Chicago has what it takes to end hunger. We just need you.

COSTS ARE RISING. SUPPORT IS SHRINKING. AND HUNGER IS GROWING.

Right now, one in five households in our community experience food insecurity. But Chicago has always been a place where neighbors show up for one another, and that collective spirit makes ending hunger possible. Your donation today means a meal on someone's plate tonight.

Since 1979

Ending Hunger in Our Community for Good

Hunger isn’t a logistics issue. It’s a justice issue.

For more than 40 years, the Food Depository has been driven by a mission that puts the needs of our neighbors first. We believe that food is a basic human right and work together to advance solutions that end hunger for good.

Your support is an investment in programs and services needed to lift our neighbors out of poverty and move forward into a secure and healthy future. You can make a real difference.

Join Us

Our mission is to end hunger

1 in 4 Children is Currently At Risk of Food Insecurity in Chicago

No one should experience hunger. You can help.

96 M

meals provided across all of our food assistance programs during our 2025 fiscal year

2.3 M

household visits to our network of free grocery partners during our 2025 fiscal year

26,000

volunteers helped us repack and distribute food to our neighbors during our 2025 fiscal year

$ 18.6 M

invested in small businesses that provide nutritious meals to our neighbors since 2020

Why Give to the Food Depository

MAKE A MONTHLY GIFT
MAKE A ONE-TIME GIFT

Every dollar makes a difference.

Just $25 helps to feed 25 families. Monthly giving helps provide meals and other hunger relief programs all year long. Your support helps deliver meals and strengthen pathways out of hunger for Chicagoans.

Ruth Castillo

New Hope pantry volunteer

“No one should have to worry or decide whether to eat or pay bills.”

Our network of local food pantries and programs is proud to serve anyone who asks for food, regardless of circumstance.

Give now to ensure our neighbors have the food they need to thrive

Ruth Castillo

New Hope pantry volunteer

Take Action Today. Demand Change.

Ending hunger starts with believing it's possible and acting on it.

Giving back to your community comes in many forms. Help us build awareness, feed a neighbor and advocate for policies that help address the underlying causes of hunger.

Volunteer

Donate you time. Explore our volunteer opportunities and sign up to help at our facility or in the community.

Advocate

Your voice matters. Support our advocacy efforts that address the root causes of hunger.

Learn

Discover more about food insecurity and its impact on our community.

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The Difference Is You

Your neighbors need your help. Give back with a donation today and start making an immediate impact.