Services We Provide
The Irving Park Community Food Pantry provides a 3-5 day supply of food to our clients, based on the number of people in the household. The food we distribute is meant to supplement food that clients may be able to obtain through other means , such as SNAP benefits or WIC food packages.
In addition to food…
When available, the Irving Park Community Food Pantry will distribute additional household items such as toiletries and diapers, infant formula, hats, gloves and socks. Clients should inform the intake coordinator if they are in need of any of these items.
Pet Food
The Pet Food Corner at the Irving Park Community Food Pantry aims to assist unemployed and underemployed families who have trouble feeding and caring for their beloved pets. Pet food distribution occurs during regular Pantry hours, on Wednesday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and the second Tuesday of every month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Clients should let the intake coordinator know if pet food is needed.
Homebound Deliveries
Eligible clients may receive food delivered to their home. Deliveries occur on the 3rd Wednesday of every month, during regular pantry hours. To inquire about homebound delivery, contact Client Services Coordinator, Elvia Esparza.
Assistance in applying for SNAP Benefits
Volunteers are available every Wednesday to assist clients in completing an application for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. They can also answer questions related to eligibility. Spanish and Polish translation available. Questions on how to apply for SNAP benefits can be directed to Elvia Esparza .
Enhanced Client Service Initiative
Our Client Services Coordinator, is available to assist clients in identifying appropriate resources to help meet their needs beyond food insecurity, such as housing, health, substance abuse, employment, domestic violence, legal and financial assistance, governmental programs, senior citizen and child care concerns. Our enhanced client service initiative is generously funded by a grant from the FDC Foundation.
Special Event / Holiday Distributions
Through generous support from our neighbors, volunteers and corporate partners, we are able to provide a limited number of special distributions to our clients in need throughout the calendar year. These include distribution of baskets of small toys and candy in the Spring, distribution of school supplies in August, winter coats in the Fall and Holiday food and gift distribution in December. Follow us on Facebook for up-to-date information on these programs and information on those that qualify.
