We’ll be closed July 4 and 5 to rest, reflect, and honor the spirit of the holiday.
Estaremos cerrados el 4 y 5 de julio para descansar, reflexionar y honrar el espíritu de la festividad.
Estaremos cerrados el 4 y 5 de julio para descansar, reflexionar y honrar el espíritu de la festividad.
More than a pantry: we go above and beyond.
Range of Offerings
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Our food pantry services focus on providing immediate relief to those facing food insecurity. We offer a variety of nutritious food options through a client-choice distribution model, allowing individuals to select items that best suit their dietary needs and preferences.
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We offer a holistic approach to combating food insecurity through our food pantry services. Our clients have access to a variety of supportive services, housing and employment support, assistance obtaining birth certificates and other documents
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We provide more than just food at our food pantry; we offer a comprehensive suite of programs to support our clients in achieving long-term food security.
Our Approach:
Our organizational strategy places paramount importance on initially meeting the immediate hunger requirements of our clients, subsequently transitioning towards fostering sustainable solutions that empower them towards self-sufficiency.
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The inception of The Above and Beyond Free Food Pantry was driven by the mission to provide essential food supplies to community members grappling with food insecurity challenges. While food insecurity denotes the inadequate access to wholesome, nutritious food, our provision of free food serves as a short-term remedy for a longstanding issue within the communities we serve. In recognition of the multifaceted nature of food insecurity, we extend our support beyond mere food provision, offering a diverse array of complimentary programs and services aimed at addressing its underlying causes.
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Above and Beyond Free Food Pantry continues to grow in response to the rising needs of our community — meeting each challenge with compassion, dignity, and determination.
In 2024, we provided enough food to serve the equivalent of 1,421,601 meals to individuals in communities across the city. Every meal is a reflection of our commitment to stand with our neighbors, ensuring that no one has to face hunger alone. Together, we are building a stronger, more nourished Chicago.