Students from Pierce Downer Elementary School in Downers Grove took a hands-on approach to combating hunger in our community by organizing a school-wide food and holiday toy drive followed by a group visit to the West Suburban Community Pantry (WSCP) in Woodridge. The...
The 2016 Chefs’ Culinary Challenge was a delightfully delicious evening. The chefs really outdid themselves. Click here to get the recipes for the dishes that were prepared for the event.
Laura Coyle and Paula Gleason of the West Suburban Community Pantry update Dane Neal on their upcoming fundraiser ‘Chef’s Culinary Challenge’ showcasing local Chicago chefs as they square off to raise money for the pantry. Listen to the full interview...
Whether they’ve been naughty or nice, every child deserves a toy at Christmas. You can help by donating a new toy, unwrapped, to the Pantry. They will be distributed to our neighbors in need. Your donation can make a world of difference this holiday season. We are in...
Please help keep our babies happy and healthy! The cost of keeping a baby in diapers has been estimated to be as high as $100.00 per month. The Pantry is conducting its annual Dry Bottom Diaper Days during the month of September, and is asking for donations of baby...
Can you provide needed supplies for your neighbors spring cleaning? Food stamps cannot be used to purchase any cleaning supplies, or paper goods, so your donations help tremendously. Thank you! Please fill a bucket with cleaning supplies and drop off at the pantry....
When the kids are happy, Mom is happy! So let’s help moms during the month of May by helping their children The most urgent need is Diapers: Size 4, 5, & 6 Also needed are: Wipes Baby Food Formula Cereal Shampoo and body wash Drop off your donation at the pantry....
Share the love this month with someone who is financially stressed. It could be a single mom struggling to raise her children, a family facing unemployment, or a senior citizen trying to make ends meet on social security. When budgets are stretch thin, personal care...
In the spirit of the Super Bowl, the Pantry’s “Souper Bowl Sunday” collection of hearty soups will be held for the entire month of January. Make the right call. Help end hunger!! This is a fun way your company or organization can help further the Pantry’s mission....
