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The Latest and Greatest from Lakeview Pantry!
Looking for information on Pantry events, news coverage or general happenings? This is where you’ll find everything you need to know! Make sure to stay connected by signing up for our e-newsletter below.
Lakeview Pantry’s Annual Holiday Toy Giveaway!
Lakeview Pantry is distributing new, unwrapped toys to clients on December 10-12! Current clients with children age 0-13 are eligible to receive toys.
Holiday Heartache and Winter Woes Workshops
As the sun sets earlier and the days grow colder, feeling increased stress, anxiety or sadness is common. Lakeview Pantry will host two workshops to help those in need find relief from these feelings and meet others who feel similarly on Nov. 22 and 25!
Client Connection: November 2019
Click here to view the full November 2019 Client Connection newsletter!
LGBTQ+ Alphabet Soup Group Returns Tuesday, Dec. 3!
Navigating the world as an LGBTQ+ person is uniquely challenging. Our Alphabet Soup group therapy session for LGBTQ+ people age 24 and up returns on Tuesday, December 3 and continues for 10 weeks.
Holiday Hours 2019
As the weather gets colder, Lakeview Pantry’s operating hours will be affected. Make sure you’re prepared for all of the Pantry changes and closures this holiday season.
Volunteer Appreciation Awards 2019
We had so much fun at the Lakeview Pantry Volunteer Appreciation Party this year! Between appetizers, drinks and a fun photo booth, a wonderful time was had by all. We presented the following awards to some outstanding volunteers!
Lakeview Pantry CEO Kellie O’Connell to Present at Upswell Chicago 2019!
Lakeview Pantry CEO Kellie O’Connell will be at Upswell Chicago in November along with the Thierer Family Foundation to present how we leveraged technology to create our Online Market, enabling families to order no-cost groceries online and pick them up at a convenient time!
Visit Lakeview Pantry at Open House Chicago 2019!
Visit Lakeview Pantry’s Sheridan Market on Sunday, Oct. 20 at Open House Chicago 2019, a free public festival that offers behind-the-scenes access to more than 350 buildings across Chicago!
Career Empowerment Program Begins October 1!
Lakeview Pantry is now offering 1-on-1 appointments dedicated to career services starting on Tuesday, October 1!
Lakeview Pantry Celebrates Grand Opening of New Warehouse (the “Hub”) and Launch of Online Market
Read the full press release on the grand opening of our new warehouse, The Hub, and the launch of the Online Market.
Yoga Sunday Funday with the YLB!
Lakeview Pantry’s Young Leaders Board invites you to join us for a Yoga Sunday Funday on Sunday, Sept. 22 at the Pantry’s new Hub! Come for the yoga, stay for the fun!
Fighting Hunger – Feeding Hope Tickets on Sale!
Tickets to Lakeview Pantry’s 7th Annual Fall Fundraiser, Fighting Hunger – Feeding Hope are now on sale! Join us on October 4th for an unforgettable night!
September is Hunger Action Month!
September is Hunger Action Month, a month where people all over America stand together with Feeding America and the nationwide network of food banks to fight hunger. Download our upcoming calendar of events and keep up with us on social media and our website to find out how to join us in the fight against hunger!
Community Open House at The Hub!
Come and join us for a Community Open House at The Hub on Saturday, Sept. 7! Get a sneak peek at our new 10,000 square foot warehouse, The Hub, and epicenter of Lakeview Pantry’s food distribution services to learn more about volunteering with us!
Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) for Chicago Public Schools Students
Lakeview Pantry welcomed 13 high school students from Chicago Public Schools for a six-week Youth Empowerment Program (YEP), where they are assisting with food access, home delivery, development, marketing and more.
3rd Annual Backpack Giveaway!
Lakeview Pantry is distributing FREE backpacks filled with school supplies for children up to age 18 in partnership with Cradles to Crayons Chicago! Where: 3945 N. Sheridan Rd. When: Tuesday, August 27, 9:30am – 12:00pm; Thursday, August 29, 9:30 am – 11:30am
GCFD’s 34th Hunger Walk is Sept. 7!
The Greater Chicago Food Depository is hosting their 34th Hunger Walk on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at Jackson Park! Lakeview Pantry has created a team and we would love for you to join us!
Job Readiness Workshop
Stop by our Job Readiness Workshop on Thursday, August 8 hosted by the Lakeview Pantry Young Leaders Board! Information about current job openings throughout the Chicagoland area will also be available! No appointment required.
