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Your Gift will be put to use immediately to provide food for hungry people in our community. Thank you for your support of the Greater Chicago Food Depository.

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We can’t end hunger without many steadfast supporters. Everyone can give back. Find your opportunity to help build a Greater Chicago. You can donate, volunteer, advocate and more.

volunteer

Volunteers play a crucial role in our work.

Groups and individuals are welcome to join us at our warehouse. We also offer volunteer opportunities at community sites like our FRESH Trucks and special events. Our volunteer opportunities are rewarding and fun.

advocate

Take a stand against hunger. 

Tell lawmakers that you support policies to expand food access for all. Our advocates promote the strong public policy we need to end hunger for good.

corporate support

Demonstrate your company’s commitment to social good

A variety of opportunities for involvement are available to businesses and organizations. Donate funds or food, bring a group to volunteer, or start a cause marketing campaign.

Program Partnerships

At this time, the Food Depository is not accepting applications for new partner agencies or food access programs, including food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, mobile or “pop-up” distributions. We appreciate your interest in working with the Food Depository and we encourage you to connect with our existing partner agencies and programs in your community. By offering your time and support to a nearby organization that is already partnering with the Food Depository, you can make a tremendous difference in the lives of your neighbors.

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volunteer

Volunteers play a crucial role in our work.

Groups and individuals are welcome to join us at our warehouse. We also offer volunteer opportunities at community sites like our FRESH Trucks and special events. Our volunteer opportunities are rewarding and fun.

Venture out into the community and help make an impact across Cook County. Many of our member agencies offer volunteer opportunities. Find an agency in your neighborhood.

advocate

Take a stand against hunger.

Tell lawmakers that you support policies to expand food access for all. Our advocates promote the strong public policy we need to end hunger for good.

To end hunger for good, we need strong public policy. We advocate for policies that protect individuals and families from hunger. Raise your voice and let your elected officials know that you support hunger relief programs.

Each year, advocates from the Food Depository’s network of programs and partners visit the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield. These advocates educate legislators about hunger in their home districts, encouraging them to protect and strengthen anti-hunger policies at the state level.

corporate support

Demonstrate your company’s commitment to social good when you support the Food Depository.

A variety of opportunities for involvement are available to businesses and organizations. Donate funds or food, bring a group to volunteer, or start a cause marketing campaign.

Give funds, volunteer, donate food and raise awareness. As a corporate supporter of the Food Depository, you’ll demonstrate your commitment to ending hunger and inspiring hope. Businesses from every sector choose the Food Depository as a charitable partner because we make an immediate and lasting impact on hunger.

We use your contribution efficiently: 91% of every dollar contributed goes directly to our hunger relief programs.

Programs & Services

The Greater Chicago Food Depository is Cook County’s local food bank. We provide food for hungry people while striving to end hunger in our community. Working with a network of more than 700 partner agencies and programs including food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters, we provide food and hope for our neighbors in need every day.


Food distribution is central to our mission. We also develop programs that address the root causes of hunger for people of all ages and backgrounds.

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