Forest Agency: Charity of the Quarter
Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry was honored to be selected Forest Agency’s Charity of the Quarter.
Pantry Pulse Fall 2015
In this version of the Pantry Pulse, we discuss the connections between hunger and health.
Hungry AND Overweight? The Paradox of Hunger and Obesity
Generally, the rates of obesity among people who are poor are higher, and a recent study by the “Snap To Health” organization found that 40 percent of people receiving Food Stamp benefits are obese, compared with 32 percent of SNAP-...
Governor Rauner has signed SB 1847 into law
SB 1847 will increase Illinois’ gross income limits for SNAP eligibility form 130% to 165% of the Federal Poverty level. On January 1st, 2016, an estimated 40,000 additional households in IL will have access to SNAP.
Peter Clark Memorial Concert Program
Peter was on the Board of Directors for Oak Oark River Forest Food Pantry for 6 years including 3 as President. He was fiercely proud of the work we were able to do together.
Pantry Pulse - Spring 2015
In this version of the Pantry Pulse, we discuss the inaugural Can Do Community Challenge.
Pantry Pulse Winter 2014 - Annual Report
Read the Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry 2014 Annual Report.
Pantry Pulse - Spring 2014
In this version of the Pantry Pulse, we look into some of the people who become part of our organization.
Pantry Pulse Winter 2013 - Annual Report
Read the Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry 2013 Annual Report.
Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry Information Sheet
Here's what you need to know about Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry.
Pantry Pulse - Fall 2013
In this version of the Pantry Pulse, we discuss the kindness and compassion that makes this place so unique.