We work with over 900 food pantries, mobile food truck markets, and soup kitchens who distribute perishable and non perishable foods that you can choose from based on your dietary needs. Find one near you

Jul 1, 2023 · At Northern Illinois Food Bank, we focus on delivering food and healthy eating services to the Northern Illinois community. As part of the national Feeding America network, we serve our neighbors in 13 counties by providing 250,000 meals per day.

Your financial gift supports food distributions and feeding opportunities across 13 counties within Northern Illinois. Every $1 donated can provide $8 worth of groceries for a neighbor in need.

Food pantries access a lot of their food from Northern Illinois Food Bank, as well as, local retailers and donations from individuals, businesses and manufacturers. There are over 200 food pantry locations throughout our 13 county service area including:

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In order to solve hunger in our service area, Northern Illinois Food Bank works with national, state and local partners to advocate for administrative and legislative policies that strengthen our communities and decrease instances of food insecurity.

We are a passionate, hardworking team deeply committed to solving hunger in Northern Illinois. We are innovators and experts who strive for better, and unabashedly embrace opportunities with excitement and optimism.

We also proudly partner with more than 900 food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and youth and senior feeding programs to provide nutritious food and resources. Our distribution centers are located in Geneva, Lake Forest, Rockford and Joliet.

Mar 14, 2024 · GENEVA, IL (September 6, 2024) – This September, Northern Illinois Food Bank, the leading hunger relief organization in Northern Illinois will recognize Hunger Action Month with several initiatives to educate the public about the issue of hunger and opportunities to take action.

My Pantry Express is an online food pantry developed and operated by Northern Illinois Food Bank in collaboration with community partners. Individuals interested in shopping with My Pantry Express can visit our website to place an online grocery order …