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Community Food Basket of Ottawa

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The official page of the Community Food Basket, located in Ottawa, IL.

Our mission is to "To unite the community in a cooperative effort to feed those in need in a spirit of love and compassion."

10/29/2026

🍂 Ottawa YMCA Fall Food Drive! 🥫
Help us make a difference in our community! The Ottawa YMCA is collecting food donations to support the Community Food Basket of Ottawa and help stock their shelves before the holiday season.
📅 October 26 – November 18
📍 Drop-off: Ottawa YMCA Lobby
Items Needed:
🥫 Canned vegetables, beans, soups, and more
🍝 Pasta, rice, cereal, and other nonperishable items
Please do not donate expired items, leftovers, or frozen and refrigerated foods.
❤️ Every donation helps local families in need!
Questions? Contact Amanda Walker at [email protected].
Thank you for helping the Ottawa YMCA make a difference in our community!

10/26/2026

This year, the Community Food Basket is crowdsourcing supplies for our annual Thanksgiving Distribution. Many churches and community organizations are coming together to help supply the ingredients for a well-rounded Thanksgiving meal, but we're running a little short. Can you help us collect 500 cans of cream of mushroom soup by Wednesday, November 11th?

Donations can be dropped off at 725 Fulton St. (West Entrance) weekdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM or by calling ahead.

10/24/2026

Our 3rd annual Halloween Trivia Night is off to a great start! Thank you Alfano's Pizza of Ottawa for once again helping us host this terrifyingly fun event!

10/21/2026

Don't wait to get your tickets at the door, buy today!

PURCHASE HERE: https://www.ottawafoodbasket.org/event-details/halloween-trivia-night?fbclid=IwY2xjawVGFo9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6_H6rbeiRy7h7GE97hkeq5Lf7NVI2seyMSq_sI5hacMXQwqTWJp967Jdp4rw_aem_4N8nFkn7EB0DLZXx-IQoHQ

Just over three weeks until the SCREAM of the season!

RESERVE YOUR TABLE HERE: https://www.ottawafoodbasket.org/event-details/halloween-trivia-night?fbclid=IwY2xjawUroHJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5zXCGYMcP7UIkxO7tkY1K4_7tOXXASHDpTDJlHy26dFnT8o4CQz-OvVgxhBQ_aem_KqAtYfQzc4JydpRd_b3GKw

10/01/2026

09/30/2026

Early applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) open TOMORROW for qualifying Illinois residents.

Priority groups eligible to apply early include:
• Seniors aged 60 and older
• Individuals with disabilities
• Families raising children aged five or younger
• Households currently facing utility disconnection, holding a disconnection notice, or running with under 25% remaining propane capacity

⭐️All other eligible households may submit applications beginning November 1.⭐️

📲To learn more about assistance for Bureau and LaSalle Counties, visit tcochelps.org or call 815-879-6035. For more details regarding assistance in DeKalb County, visit cci-hci.org/liheap/ or call 847-697-8800.

09/28/2026

Help us capture our missing shopping carts alive!

If found, please return to 725 Fulton St. (West Entrance) Ottawa, IL. No questions asked.

09/24/2026

Our partnership with Ohms has helped provide our clients with fresh, locally grown produce options all growing season long!

09/17/2026

Thank you Financial Plus Credit Union!

07/03/2026

It's that time again! For the third year, we are partnering with Starved Rock Nationals as the beneficiary of their HUGE 50/50 raffle! This year promises to be the biggest and best one yet! If you see us around town, be sure to get your tickets early AND often! 🤑💰🤑

Address

725 Fulton Street West Entrance
Ottawa, IL
61350

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 12pm
Tuesday	9am - 12pm
Wednesday	3pm - 6pm
Thursday	3pm - 6pm

Telephone

+18154310155

Website

https://www.ottawafoodbasket.org/

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