Chicago's food bank serving Cook County, distributing food to 800+ pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters across the region. The Greater Chicago Food Depository distributes over 70 million pounds of food annually. Fathers can find the nearest food pantry or meal program at chicagosfoodbank.org or by calling 773-247-3663. No appointment is needed at most partner pantries; bring a photo ID and proof of Cook County address.
773-247-3663 · 4100 W Ann Lurie Place, Chicago, IL 60632
Chicago nonprofit providing free groceries, mental wellness counseling, and social services including job and housing assistance. Nourishing Hope operates food pantries and programs across Chicago, offering grocery packages alongside wellness services that address the root causes of food insecurity. Fathers can visit nourishinghopechi.org to find the nearest distribution location, hours, and what to bring. No documentation required at most locations.
773-525-1777 · 1716 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60622
Statewide association of eight Feeding America food banks working together to end hunger in Illinois through advocacy and coordination. Feeding Illinois unites the state's regional food banks to advocate for anti-hunger policies and increase food access. Their website allows users to find the nearest food bank or pantry across all 102 Illinois counties. Fathers in any part of Illinois can use the Feeding Illinois locator tool to find nearby food assistance.
312-641-6130 · 525 W Monroe St, Suite 1040, Chicago, IL 60661