Who We Are
The Greater Chicago Food Depository is a nonprofit organization that serves Cook County, Illinois. It was founded in 1979 and has since become one of the largest food banks in the United States. The organization’s mission is to provide food for hungry people while striving to end hunger in the community.
What We Do
The Greater Chicago Food Depository collects donated food and distributes it to a network of over 700 partner agencies, including food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters. The organization also runs several programs that aim to address the root causes of hunger, such as job training and nutrition education.
Impact
In 2020, the Greater Chicago Food Depository distributed over 97 million pounds of food, which provided over 80 million meals to people in need. The organization’s efforts have helped to reduce food insecurity in Cook County, but there is still much work to be done.
Giving
The Greater Chicago Food Depository relies on donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations to fund its operations. Donations can be made online or by mail, and the organization also accepts gifts of stock, planned gifts, and in-kind donations.
Grants
The Greater Chicago Food Depository offers grants to partner agencies that provide food assistance to people in need. The grants are awarded based on the agency’s capacity to distribute food and their ability to reach underserved populations.
Research
The Greater Chicago Food Depository conducts research on hunger and food insecurity in Cook County. The organization’s research helps to inform its programs and advocacy efforts.
Programs & Services
The Greater Chicago Food Depository runs several programs that aim to address the root causes of hunger. These programs include job training, nutrition education, and advocacy efforts to address systemic issues that contribute to food insecurity.
Careers & Volunteer
The Greater Chicago Food Depository offers a variety of career opportunities, including positions in operations, development, and program management. The organization also relies on volunteers to help with food distribution and other tasks.
Funded Partners
The Greater Chicago Food Depository partners with over 700 agencies to distribute food to people in need. These agencies include food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters.
Training & Certification
The Greater Chicago Food Depository offers training and certification programs for partner agencies. These programs help agencies to improve their capacity to distribute food and provide other services to people in need.
Contact Information
To learn more about the Greater Chicago Food Depository or to get involved, visit their website at www.chicagosfoodbank.org. You can also contact the organization by phone at (773) 247-3663 or by email at [email protected].
FAQ
For answers to frequently asked questions about the Greater Chicago Food Depository, visit their website at www.chicagosfoodbank.org/faq.