Announcements for Operations During the Time of COVID-19

The Pantry is OPEN for clients and for donors INSIDE the building. To streamline our operations:

• Masks are required; we have some available at the check-in desk. If you choose not to wear a mask, park your vehicle at the curb in front of the Pantry. Then call us to request curbside grocery service. Your turn in line begins after you check in.

• Only 1 adult per family will come in the building to shop. Please be sure children are under the care of a responsible adult. If you can't find someone to stay with your children, please park your vehicle at the curb in front of the Pantry. Then call us to request curbside grocery service. Your turn in line begins after you check in.

• If you are a new client, remember to bring a photo ID for each adult, proof of income and children's birth certificates.

• Clients and volunteers must stay home if they are not feeling well.

Donations

Donations of food are always appreciated, and monetary donations will allow us more flexibility at this time.

• Please send only one representative if possible. 

• Please come during drop-off hours only.

• Cash, checks, postage stamps or gift cards to grocery stores are appreciated.

• Clothing: We are only accepting donations of clean, like-new WINTER COATS and CHILDREN'S CLOTHING at this time.

• Linens: We need clean, like-new bed linens (please mark size on bag) and bath towels.

• Baby diapers.: We DESPERATELY need diapers in sizes 4, 5, 6 and BABY WIPES 

• Gloves - for adults and chilldren are desperately needed

Visit the Donations page for more details and to donate using our secure PayPal account.

Other Local Pantries for People in Need

• Maine Township Food Pantry (Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Niles, Glenview)

• Elk Grove Township Food Pantry (Des Plaines, Elk Grove Village, Mt. Prospect, Rolling Meadows)

• Mount Prospect Food Pantry Program (Mt. Prospect)

• Wheeling Township Food Pantry (Arlington Heights, Prospect Heights, Wheeling)

Items in Short Supply as of February 2, 2023

GROCERIES Please, NO EXPIRED FOOD

• 14-16 oz. Canned Vegetables (Corn, Green Beans, Peas, Carrots, Potatoes)

• -20-26 oz.-Pasta Sauce in Jars

• -15 oz. Canned Tomatoes (Sauce, Diced, Purée, etc.)

• -18-20 oz. Ready-to-Eat Soup (Progresso, Campbell’s Chunky, Generics)

• -10-12 oz. Condensed Soup (Campbell’s and Generics)

• -5-10 oz. Side dishes in pouches or boxes (mashed potatoes, rice and pasta blends such as Rice-a-Roni or Generics) 

• -14-16 oz. Canned Chili, Spam, Corned Beef Hash, Spaghetti O’s, SPAM or Generics

• -12-13 oz. Large Canned Tuna or Chicken

• -14-16 oz. Canned Fruit

• -14-16 oz. Starchy Beans (Pinto, Kidney, Great Northern, Garbanzo)

• -14-16 oz. Baked Beans

• -1 lb. bags or boxes Pasta (spaghetti, penne, elbow macaroni)

•  -7 oz.boxes Mac and Cheese  

• -3 oz. packets Ramen noodles

• -Pancake Mixes

• -Pancake Syrup

• -Cereal boxes

• -18 oz. and 42 oz. Oatmeal canisters

• -6-8 ct. boxes Oatmeal packets

• -16-40 oz. Peanut Butter Jars

• -Jam and Jelly

• -Mayonnaise 

• -Vinegar

• -Cooking Oil

• -Flour

• -Sugar

• -Ground Coffee

• Black tea

• -Ensure, Boost or Generic

• -Glucerna or Generic

• -Salt

• -Pepper

• -5 oz. Canned Tuna

• -Vegetarian Items: Soups, canned goods, pouches, etc. 

CLOTHING & PERSONAL PRODUCTS

• New underwear: men's (all sizes), women's (5-9), children's (all sizes), toddler's (3-5)

• New socks: especially men's white athletic

• "Puffer" style winter jackets

• Men's collared long sleeve shirts and t-shirts

• Men's jeans  (slim sizes) and sweatpants

• Sweatshirts and hoodies for adults and children - ALL SIZES

• Children's clothing  especially sizes 10 and larger

• Men's belts

• Gym shoes

• Baby diapers  sizes  5, &  6  and Pull-ups sizes 3-4T and 4-5T and baby wipes*

• Depends pull-ups for women and men - medium and large

• Body wash* 

• Paper towels

• Dish soap*

• Laundry detergent*

• Boxes of facial tissue

• Shampoo and conditioner  

• All-purpose cleaners 

*completely out of stock

> See the full list of donations we accept on the Donations tab.

Note about donations: Please do not leave donations outside the door as they attract neighborhood wildlife, and we must dispose of the items. Drop off donations at the gray side door facing Holiday Lane. Knock on the door and wait for a volunteer to assist during the hours above. Or drop non-perishables in our red barrels around town.  Please - NO EXPIRED FOOD