What sets Lakeview Pantry apart from similar agencies is the Pantry’s status as a true community organization; we offer opportunities for those who are in need, those who want to donate and those who want to give their time. Last year, we provided services to approximately 7,500 clients; we received donations from more than 4,000 individuals and businesses; and we were supported by nearly 1,000 volunteers. As one can imagine, in these difficult economic times, demand for our services is stronger than ever.  Already one of Chicago’s most used food pantries, Lakeview Pantry saw nearly a nine percent overall increase in clients seeking help in 2009.

Lakeview Pantry strives to not only provide food for our clients, but also to address the root causes of poverty and hunger.

By helping our clients address the issues which lead to food insecurity, such as housing instability, unemployment, and education, we aim to help those who are in poverty rise above it and those who are at risk to avoid it.

Each month, we serve approximately 2,600 men, women and children in our neighborhood who are struggling with hunger and poverty through our two distribution centers, home delivery program, clothing distribution, and case management programs.