Events Archive | Beyond Hunger

2019

Carnivore, Oak Park: Private Dining Experience

Nov. 10, 2019 | 6:30PM to 11:30PM

Carnivore Inc is hosting a special dinner on November 10 to benefit Beyond Hunger (formerly Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry). Enjoy a four-course meal designed and executed by our chef Michael Forman, with 100% of the proceeds donated to Beyond Hunger. Tickets are $75/head and are limited.

Raffle Fundraiser - win tickets to see the Indigo Girls

Oct. 18, 2019 | 7:00AM to Oct. 29, 2019 | 11:45PM

All donations $100 or over will be entered for a chance to win 2 tickets to the SOLD OUT show on November 23rd at FitzGerald's (6615 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn).

Volunteer Orientation

Oct. 16, 2019 | 7:00PM to 8:00PM

Prior to volunteering, we ask that all volunteers complete a Volunteer Form and attend an Orientation Session.

The Symphony of Oak Park and River Forest

Oct. 6, 2019 | 4:00PM to 6:00PM

Come feed the need at the Symphony of Oak Park and River Forest on Sunday, October 6th. This concert features music from the RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No.

OAKtoberfest

Sep. 21, 2019 | 12:00PM to 10:30PMCost: Free

Celebrate fall at this free two-day music festival offering a premier lineup, seasonal food, microbrews, wine and Kids' Root Beer Garden. Beyond Hunger will be pouring the beer and wine all day on Saturday, so stop by and see us. All tips support our work to end hunger.

Volunteer Orientation

Sep. 18, 2019 | 7:00PM to 8:00PM

Prior to volunteering, we ask that all volunteers complete a Volunteer Form and attend an Orientation Session.

Volunteer Orientation

Sep. 16, 2019 | 3:00PM to 4:00PM

Prior to volunteering, we ask that all volunteers complete a Volunteer Form and attend an Orientation Session.

Hambingo

Sep. 10, 2019 | 7:00PM to 10:00PMCost: $15

Play BINGO and help fight hunger! This is one of our Hunger Action Month events, and we'd love to have you join Beyond Hunger at Charity Hambingo. Guests are asked to make a $15 donation to play all night (10 games) and proceeds from the games benefit Beyond Hunger.

34th Annual Hunger Walk

Sep. 7, 2019 | 7:00AM to 11:30AM

Registration for the walk has closed. Thanks to all that are walking this year!

Thursday Night Out

Aug. 22, 2019 | 5:00PM to 9:00PMCost: Free

Stop by our table during Downtown Oak Park's Thursday Night Out!

Volunteer Orientation

Aug. 21, 2019 | 7:00PM to 8:00PM

Prior to volunteering, we ask that all volunteers complete a Volunteer Form and attend an Orientation Session.

Volunteer Orientation

Aug. 19, 2019 | 3:00PM to 4:00PM

Prior to volunteering, we ask that all volunteers complete a Volunteer Form and attend an Orientation Session.

Donuts at the Farmer's Market

Aug. 17, 2019 | 7:00AM to 1:00PM

Love the donuts at the Oak Park Farmers Market? Here is your chance to help make and sell them. Join us on Saturday morning as we prepare the donuts, juice and coffee for market patrons.

Thursday Night Out

Aug. 8, 2019 | 5:00PM to 9:00PMCost: Free

Stop by our table during Downtown Oak Park's Thursday Night Out!

Running of the Bulls

Jul. 20, 2019 | 7:45AM to 10:00AMCost: Free

The Hemingway 8K is a family-friendly race that brings out hundreds of participants each year. In addition to the 8K, the race will include a 'Kids Running of the Bulls' where children 3+ will decorate cardboard 'bulls' to run with on for a fun-run around Scoville Park.

Volunteer Orientation

Jul. 17, 2019 | 7:00PM to 8:00PM

Prior to volunteering, we ask that all volunteers complete a Volunteer Form and attend an Orientation Session.

Volunteer Orientation

Jul. 15, 2019 | 3:00PM to 4:00PM

Prior to volunteering, we ask that all volunteers complete a Volunteer Form and attend an Orientation Session.

4th of July Parade

Jul. 4, 2019 | 9:30AM to 12:00PMCost: Free

Join our group this 4th in Oak Park's annual Independence Day Parade. You can be part of our group of dancers, that does a routine with shopping carts along the route, or pass out candy and other materials to the crowd.

Office CLOSED for July 4th

Jul. 4, 2019 | 9:00AM to Jul. 5, 2019 | 5:00PM

Beyond Hunger and Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry offices will be closed on July 4th. Beyond Hunger offices will remained closed on July 5th but the Food Pantry will be open in the morning.

Austin Summer of Opportunity Streetfest

Jun. 28, 2019 | 12:00PM to Jun. 29, 2019 | 9:00PMCost: Free

On Friday and Saturday, June 28th & 29th, dozens of Austin-based community leaders, anti-violence groups, youth organizations and businesses will kick

Volunteer Orientation

Jun. 19, 2019 | 7:00PM

Interested in volunteering at Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry?

Meet Up & Eat Up Kick-off Party

Jun. 18, 2019 | 11:30AMCost: FREE

Join us for the kick-off of our 2019 Meet Up & Eat Up program.

Volunteer Orientation

Jun. 17, 2019 | 3:00PM to 4:00PM

Prior to volunteering, we ask that all volunteers complete a Volunteer Form and attend an Orientation Session.

Volunteer Orientation

May. 20, 2019 | 3:00PM to 4:00PM

Prior to volunteering, we ask that all volunteers complete a Volunteer Form and attend an Orientation Session.

Volunteer Orientation

May. 15, 2019 | 7:00PM

Interested in volunteering at Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry?

Healthy Chef Challenge

May. 2, 2019 | 7:00PM to 9:30PM

General admission and VIP tickets are available for purchase at the door.

Join us on Thursday, May 2nd at Nineteenth Century Club in Oak Park for the second annual Healthy Chef Challenge.

Volunteer Orientation

Apr. 17, 2019 | 7:00PM

Interested in volunteering at Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry?

Good Life Race

Apr. 7, 2019 | 9:00AM

The Oak Park Runner's Club presents the 38th annual Good Life Race on Sunday April 7th. Proceeds from the race benefi

CAN DO Community Challenge

Apr. 1, 2019 | 7:00AM to Apr. 30, 2019 | 7:00PM

The CAN DO Community Challenge in April is intended to heighten awareness about food insecurity and encourage the community to take action during the spring when donations to the Food Pantry are typically the lowest. Our goal is to raise $100,000 and 10,000 in food donations AND all donations...Read More