- Find Food
- Get Help
- Food & Medical BenefitsGet free help applying for SNAP/Link, Medicaid and other benefits.
- Job TrainingExplore quality workforce and professional development programs with our partner organizations in Cook County.
- Nutrition ResourcesBrowse cooking videos, recipes and more to help you prepare ingredients you have at home.
- Support for FamiliesFind free diapers and learn about nutrition and benefits programs to support families.
- Support for Older AdultsReceive shelf-stable food boxes and learn about programs to support healthy aging.
- Take Action
- GiveDonate to support our mission and ensure our neighbors have the food they need to thrive.
- VolunteerExplore our volunteer opportunities and sign up to help at our facility or in the community.
- AdvocateLift your voice to support our advocacy efforts that address the root causes of hunger.
- Start a Virtual Food DriveStart a fundraiser with friends, family or coworkers to make an immediate difference in our community.
- Make a Commercial Food DonationManufacturers, growers and retailers can donate products to feed our neighbors facing hunger.
- Become a PartnerInquire about community-based partnership opportunities with the Food Depository.
- LearnDiscover more about food insecurity through research on hunger-related issues.
- Visit Local BusinessesLearn how to support us when you go out, shop and dine
- Shop our StoreShow your support with Food Depository merch and find items for your next volunteer event.
- For Individuals & FamiliesSee how other neighbors and families give back to the community.
- For Corporations & OrganizationsExplore our corporate support and workplace giving back programs.
- Our Story
- HistoryLearn how we started providing food and hope for our neighbors.
- Our TeamMeet our staff committed to ending hunger and it root causes.
- CareersExplore open positions and make a difference in our community.
- Annual Reports & FinancialsGain a comprehensive look at our finances and the impact of our mission-driven programs.
- How We HelpLearn how we support our neighbors in need with resources to address food insecurity.
- News & PressFind the latest news updates about our work to end hunger.
- BlogRead uplifting, inspirational stories from across our network of partners.
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Afghan Foods
Food preferences can vary widely depending on social factors like language, religion, ethnic group, age, geography, etc. This guide is intended to serve as a bridge to start conversations with the communities we serve. Check out this guide highlighting Afghan food preferences.