Food For Greater Elgin

Food For Greater Elgin A guest-choice food pantry whose mission is to provide food security and access to community resources that stabilize lives.

Food for Greater Elgin is the largest pantry in Kane County and is one of the three largest food pantries in Northern Illinois Food Bank's 13-county service area.

We use a guest choice distribution model which offers guests a choice of food items rather than pre-bagged groceries. Guests, equipped with grocery carts, choose from a variety of product categories including shelf-stable, frozen mea

t, produce, and dairy, and they may shop once a week during one of five weekly food distributions, including evening shifts. Volunteers assist guests while they shop.

For every $1 donated to Food for Greater Elgin, approximately $8 worth of food can be purchased. Northern Illinois Food Bank is our main food resource, and we also "re-harvest" additional products at area grocery stores and warehouses.

Food for Greater Elgin is proud to partner with our newest Presenting sponsor: Cultivate Power! šŸ”†Thank you so much for s...
08/31/2026

Food for Greater Elgin is proud to partner with our newest Presenting sponsor: Cultivate Power! šŸ”†

Thank you so much for supporting Chip in for Hunger and for your dedication to clean energy, strong communities, and uplifting our neighbors in need of extra help.šŸ«¶šŸŽ

And don't forget... today is your LAST DAY to buy tickets for Chip! Head to foodforgreaterelgin.org/chip and secure your spots today! ā›³

Chip in for Hunger 2026 is only a few weeks away! As our 12th annual golf outing approaches, we want to take the time to...
08/26/2026

Chip in for Hunger 2026 is only a few weeks away! As our 12th annual golf outing approaches, we want to take the time to thank all of our sponsors who make our work possible. ā›³

Chip in for Hunger is presented by Baird-The Schrieber Group. Thank you for your continuous support and dedication to ending food insecurity in our community and beyond. šŸŽšŸ«¶

There are only a few days left to get your tickets for Chip! Head to foodforgreaterelgin.org/chip and secure your spot on the links by September 1st. šŸŒļøā€ā™‚ļø

08/24/2026

Have some documents that need shredded? We are hosting a FREE Shredding event on Sat., Sept. 12th, 9am - 11am. at the Gail Borden Public Libraryy, Rakow Branch, 2751 W. Bowes Rd. in Village of South Elgin.

There will also be a food drive to benefit Food For Greater Elgin. Please drop off your non-perishable and unexpired donations and we will deliver them. Your generosity is much appreciated. Hope to see you!

Itā€™s time again to celebrate another one of our incredible volunteersā€¦Kevin Wyne! šŸŽ‰Kevin is our August Champion of the M...
08/24/2026

Itā€™s time again to celebrate another one of our incredible volunteersā€¦Kevin Wyne! šŸŽ‰

Kevin is our August Champion of the Month, and we couldnā€™t be more grateful to Kevinā€™s consistent dedication to our pantry and our guests.

Kevin was our very first volunteer driver and has been an incredible asset to our team. You can find him out and around town delivering food to houseless neighbors, assisting with pickups, and delivering boxes to our senior guests.

He has a genuine heart, cheerful attitude, and consistently serves our neighbors with grace and compassion. Thank you for all you do, Kevin! šŸ«¶šŸŽ

*RAIN UPDATE: EVENT MOVED TO SATURDAY AUGUST 22nd* If youā€™ve ever been dying to see our Executive Director, Andres Diez,...
08/18/2026

*RAIN UPDATE: EVENT MOVED TO SATURDAY AUGUST 22nd*

If youā€™ve ever been dying to see our Executive Director, Andres Diez, in a dunk tank, your dream is finally coming true!

This Saturday from 10-2, come celebrate what makes Elgin tick and take a swing at the dunk tank, all in support of Food for Greater Elgin šŸŽšŸ«¶

Donate today and donā€™t miss your chance to dunk Andres, it may never happen again!!

Save the date for Friday August 28th and help us earn 20% back at Red Robin! All day, head to the Red Robin in South Elg...
08/13/2026

Save the date for Friday August 28th and help us earn 20% back at Red Robin!

All day, head to the Red Robin in South Elgin where 20% of your food purchased will be donated back to Food for Greater Elgin! šŸ«¶šŸŽ

MUST MENTION FOOD FOR GREATER ELGIN FOR YOUR PURCHASE TO QUALIFY

Good for both dine-in and takeout.

It's never been so easy to give to your community! Help us stabilize lives and bring food security to our neighbors, one basket of bottomless fries at a time. šŸŸ

šŸ“£CALLING ALL COMMUNITY LEADERS!!Time is running out to get in your sponsorships for Chip in for Hunger 2026. ā›³The deadli...
08/10/2026

šŸ“£CALLING ALL COMMUNITY LEADERS!!

Time is running out to get in your sponsorships for Chip in for Hunger 2026. ā›³

The deadline for sponsorships is August 14th!

Why spend a Monday stuck inside when you can spend it on the fairway with friends and colleagues, all while helping to solve hunger in our communities. šŸ«¶šŸŽ

Don't miss this opportunity to be a catalyst for change in Elgin and beyond.

Head to foodforgreaterelgin.com/chip for more informationšŸ“

What can we say other thanā€¦THANK YOU!!! For not only joining us at our Open House, but for making the last 15 years so w...
08/05/2026

What can we say other thanā€¦THANK YOU!!!

For not only joining us at our Open House, but for making the last 15 years so worth celebrating. šŸ«¶šŸŽ

We do what we do because of our deep love and commitment to our community, and because of our belief that everyone is deserving of access to food that nourishes their families and their lives.

We are so grateful to our community for joining us in this celebrationā€¦hereā€™s to the next 15 years! šŸŽ‰

Address

1553 Commerce Drive
Elgin, IL
60123

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30pm - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 11am
Wednesday 11am - 1pm
Thursday 5:30pm - 8pm
Friday 11:30am - 1pm *
*Senior citizens 60+ only on Fridays

Telephone

+18479319330

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