Stories of Help and Hope

From the Frontlines

The August Donor Report

COVID-19 has brought many hardships, including the loss of jobs, health, and savings.

And for many of our neighbors, that means their kitchen cupboards and pantry shelves are empty.

Yet, as the latest August Donor Report reveals, generous supporters like you are having an incredible impact.

Please take a moment to see how Juanita and Dorene—and so many others—have been helped through your support.

Kate Maehr
Executive Director & CEO

Juanita’s story: Helping her neighborhood

COVID-19 has changed a lot of things for Juanita. But she remains committed to one idea—everyone should have access to good food! Read more

Dorene’s Story: A bag of food changes everything

The recent lockdown from the pandemic left Dorene isolated from her family. Even worse—she was without access to food. But thanks to you, all that has changed . . . Read more

Help Neighbors in Need

Serving Our Neighbors through the COVID-19 Pandemic

Since March, the Greater Chicago Food Depository and our network of community partners have been working to provide food for anyone in need during the coronavirus pandemic. No one should go hungry.

Food pantries and similar programs in our network are serving an average of 120 percent more people in need compared to before the pandemic. An estimated 1 in 3 households with children is now reporting food insecurity. As job losses continue and relief programs expire, we expect the need to grow in the coming months.

Throughout this crisis, the Food Depository and our partners have been adapting to serve our neighbors safely while ensuring access to nutritious food. Every week, our volunteers pack thousands of boxes with non-perishable groceries to allow for faster distributions in this time of social distancing. Since April we have shipped more than 307,000 of these boxes, which supplement the fresh produce, protein and other items we provide.

Your support makes this and more possible.