Niles Township Food Pantry Foundation

08/28/2026

Thank you Village of Skokie for shining a light on the massive need facing our neighbors who rely on SNAP to keep their families fed.

We have seen 2,000 new individuals come to our Food Pantry every month and the number of people in need continues to grow. Help keep our shelves stocked by becoming a monthly donor at GiveButter.com/NTFoodPantry

With recent changes to SNAP requirements, access to food is a growing need. Niles Township Food Pantry Foundation serves more than 2,000 Skokie households per month, and demand is increasing.

🏘️ You can help support local Skokie families by supporting the Niles Township Food Pantry:

💲 Make a financial contribution. Your one-time or monthly donation will directly support residents in need.

🥫 Donate needed items, including non-perishable food, toiletry items, diapers and more.

Learn more at https://nilestownshipgov.com/163/Donations

🍓 The Village’s Commission on Family Services (pictured) also collects non-perishable items for the Niles Township Food Pantry monthly at the Skokie Farmers' Market. The next opportunity to drop off items is September 27.

08/15/2026

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07/30/2026

FRESH relief for SNAP recipients coming Aug 1!

If you lost or had your SNAP benefits reduced because of the new federal work requirements, you may qualify for Illinois’ new FRESH program.

Here is what you need to know:

FRESH provides a one-time $400 emergency payment to eligible Illinois residents. You may qualify if your SNAP benefits were lost or reduced on or after May 1, 2026 due to the new work requirements under H.R.1, and this applies even if other members of your household still receive SNAP.

Best of all, there is no application needed. Eligible individuals will automatically receive $400 deposited right onto their Link/EBT card beginning August 1, 2026.

Swipe through to see if you are eligible, how payments are distributed, and to learn more about the program.

Have questions? We are here for you. Visit us at 8341 Lockwood Ave. in Skokie, call 1-800-678-LINK (5465), or go to www.DHS.State.IL.US

A heartfelt thank you to our partner State Representative Kevin Olickal State Representative Kevin John Olickal for co-sponsoring the FRESH legislation and fighting to bring relief to families across our community. We are grateful to have champions like you in our corner!

07/27/2026

200 reasons to smile from Delta Dental Insurance Company

Thank you to the team at Delta Dental Plans Association for packing and delivering 200 dental hygiene kits for our Food Pantry. Each kit has a toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash, and floss.

When people think of a food pantry, they obviously think “food,” but hygiene products are a constant necessity and we’re grateful for this generous donation to help our patrons keep their teeth clean and strong!

Interested in donating? Drive up during our operating hours and a volunteer will come out and unpack it for you! Super easy, super impactful!

07/21/2026

Stay in the know on the latest efforts and opportunities at our Food Pantry!

In addition to our website and e-newsletter, we often share important donation needs, volunteer opportunities, fundraising events, and behind the scenes clips on social media. Be sure to follow us and share with your neighbors!

07/17/2026

Graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate are a great combination. Just like communities coming together to ensure all our neighbors have access to nutritious food.

Our Food Pantry has seen hundreds of new families these past months rely on us for their groceries. And it continues to grow.

If we can get 1,000 neighbors to donate $20 per month, we can become self-sustaining, no matter what happens at the federal level. We currently have 200 neighbors signed up!

Become a donor at GiveButter.com/NTFoodPantry

07/16/2026

Food insecurity has a ripple effect throughout our communities. We’ve seen a dramatic increase in residents relying on our Food Pantry in the last few months (over 1,000 more patrons every month) and the need is growing.

We’re proud to be one of the top Food Pantries in the area, but we don’t do it alone. Your donations of food, time, and money keep our shelves stocked.

If you haven’t signed up yet, go to GiveButter.com/NTFoodPantry to become a monthly donor. If we can get 1,000 neighbors to donate $20 per month, we can be self-sustaining, no matter what happens at the federal level. If you can’t donate, sharing and following us on social media helps us reach more people and get the word out. Thank you!

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07/06/2026

Be forever enshrined at our Food Pantry! Our Food Pantry’s entry sidewalk needs some TLC and we’re offering a chance to dedicate a brick (or two) to your family, friends, organization, business, or in honor of someone special.

All proceeds will go towards keeping our shelves stocked, while the new pavers will show our Food Pantry patrons messages of love and support from their neighbors as they walk in.

Visit bricksRus.com/DonorSite/ntfp to get yours!
We’ll send you a commemorative certificate to thank you for your support as well!