Food for Greater Elgin serves more than 2,665 households in Elgin, South Elgin, East and West Dundee, equating to over 23,475 individuals of whom approximately 34% are children and 20% are elderly. All shoppers can receive meat, fresh produce, dairy, deli, and shelf-stable items during their visits to Food for Greater Elgin. Also open on Friday from noon to 1pm for seniors.
Click here to find out how to get help from Food for Greater Elgin.
Our mission is to provide food security and access to community resources to stabilize lives. Our values include:
Collaboration to improve the lives of those who lack basic needs.
- Partnership is a key strategy for volunteerism, funding, and food programs – making a larger impact on hunger.
Providing services in a way that is dignified, compassionate and non-judgmental.
- Client-Choice is the gold standard of food distribution, providing families choice and dignity.
Integrity and positive stewardship of all donated resources – funds, time, or food.
- Relationships are the most valuable asset.
Food for Greater Elgin serves more than 2,665 households in Elgin, South Elgin, East and West Dundee, equating to over 23,475 individuals of whom approximately 34% are children and 20% are elderly. All shoppers can receive meat, fresh produce, dairy, deli, and shelf-stable items during their visits to Food for Greater Elgin. Also open on Friday from noon to 1pm for seniors.
Click here to find out how to get help from Food for Greater Elgin.
Our mission is to provide food security and access to community resources to stabilize lives. Our values include:
Collaboration to improve the lives of those who lack basic needs.
- Partnership is a key strategy for volunteerism, funding, and food programs – making a larger impact on hunger.
Providing services in a way that is dignified, compassionate and non-judgmental.
- Client-Choice is the gold standard of food distribution, providing families choice and dignity.
Integrity and positive stewardship of all donated resources – funds, time, or food.
- Relationships are the most valuable asset.
