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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 CEO, Kellie O’Connell, on WCIU The Jam
Our CEO, Kellie O’Connell, shared how Lakeview Pantry is giving back to our communities this holiday season—and all year long! Watch the full clip on WCIU’s “The Jam” to learn more about how we’re working to end hunger.
New “Finding Hope: Managing Depression in Your Daily Life” Group Begins January 2020
Depression can impact all aspects of our daily lives, from our jobs to our relationships with loved ones. If you are coping with depression, attend Lakeview Pantry’s new Finding Hope: Managing Depression in Your Daily Life group beginning in January 2020.
Client Connection: December 2019
Click here to view the full December 2019 Client Connection newsletter!
Census Bureau Job Applicant Day is Dec. 6!
Are you interested in working for the United States Census Bureau? Join us on Friday, Dec. 6 for help with the applications! You will meet with a Census Bureau Partnership Specialist, in addition to Lakeview Pantry social workers.
Lakeview Pantry’s Kid’s Advisory Council Hosts Family Day 2019!
Join the Kid’s Advisory Council for Family Day 2019 on Dec. 8 to help prepare us for our annual holiday toy drive, craft holiday cards and drink hot chocolate!
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!
