May 2017
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Pantry Hours & Information
1st Wednesday: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
2nd, 3rd, and 5th Wednesday: 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to Noon
Guests to OPRF Food Pantry may receive food ONCE per calendar month.
You must present a photo ID and proof of address in one of the following zip codes: 60130 - 60131 - 60141 - 60171 - 60176 - 60301 - 60302 - 60304 - 60305 - 60402 - 60644 - 60651 - 60707
SUMMER MEAL SITES ANNOUNCED!
Free meals will be available for kids and teens, 18 and younger without proof of income or application at the following sites:
June 12 to Aug. 18
Light of Liberty Church
LUNCH 11:30am to 1:30pm
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July 10 to Aug. 18
New Life Ministries
BREAKFAST 9am to 10am
LUNCH noon to 1pm
NUTRITION EDUCATION
May's nutrition theme is Heart Heath. Discussions and demos will focused at preventing heart disease.
NEED HELP CONNECTING TO BENEFITS?
The Pantry's on-site Benefits Coordinator, Pleshette (that's her in the picture) is here to help! She can pre-screen you for eligibility, help walk you through the application, and assist with follow-up.
To schedule an appointment, call Pleshette directly at (708)386-1324 ext. 1106.
BYOB! (Bring Your Own Bags)
Bring reusable bags to distribution. Not only will you receive bonus items for doing so, but reusable bags tend to hold up better than plastic ones.
WE'VE GOT DIAPERS!
Diapers are available at distribution in a variety of sizes. We also have adult incontinence supplies available. Ask a staff member for more information.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Access from AT&T | low-cost home internet to qualifying families
Greater Chicago Food Depository | 773.247.3663
Housing Forward/Prevail | 708.386.1946
Museums for All | free/reduced price museum access with EBT card
Rise & Shine IL | Listing of free summer meal sites
Museum Adventure Pass | Check out museum passes with your public library card