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Our Fall 2017 newsletter includes stories on the incredible time and energy that goes into twice-weekly food distribution, a special-needs group that tackles pounds of fruit every week, and one family...
Recently, Bill FitzGerald announced his retirement. For nearly 40 years, FitzGerald’s Nightclub has been a legendary music venue right in our own backyard. We know Bill as the gracious host of our...
September means it's back to school! This month we're sharing tips and tricks to eat healthy on budget. Including family-friendly meals, and how to save money at the grocery store. Nutrition Education...
For more information, contact:Lauren BrightmoreDevelopment & Events CoordinatorLaurenb@gobeyondhunger.org708.386.1324 ext. 1102Last Chance to ROCK OUT with Bill at FitzGerald’s NightclubOak Park River...
A letter from Don NekrosiusThe Wednesday Journal recently reports that your offices experienced a break-in recently and lost equipment that you probably use to forward the mission of the food pantry...
A step you can take now to prevent SNAP cuts in the future
Dear Friend,Walk with us and help us end hunger at the 32nd Annual Hunger Walk on Saturday, September 16th. For every walker on our team, we get a $12 credit at our local food bank, Greater Chicago...
Reports to: Nutrition Programs CoordinatorJob SummaryFood insecurity and poor nutrition go hand in hand. For those struggling with hunger, food choices are often prioritized based on an item’s cost...
This month we'll discuss plant-based nutrition and demo recipes for stuffed peppers and fruity oatmeal.
By Linda Sandman, Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry Board MemberFood has always been closely linked to social justice in my life. My mom was born and raised in Mexico and came to live in this country...
Food insecurity—or the lack of reliable access to sufficient food -- is complicated. It affects a whole host of different people for a multitude of reasons. But some groups of people are...
Dear friends in the fight against hunger,The U.S. House of Representatives will soon consider its budget, which is slated to include massive cuts to SNAP (food stamps) and The Emergency Food...