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Nourishing Hope
FAST FACTS
ADDRESS
1716 W. Hubbard St. Chicago, IL 60622
PHONE
773-525-1777
WEBSITE
nourishinghopechi.org
50 EMPLOYEES
2021 REVENUE
$5.8 million
FOUNDED IN 1970
Nourishing Hope, formerly known as Lakeview Pantry, works with our neighbors to overcome hunger, improve mental wellness and achieve life goals across Chicago. With the help of thousands of volunteers, donors and partners, we strive to improve and empower the lives of thousands of our neighbors.
Our name has changed, but our mission and values remain constant. At Nourishing Hope, we provide food for today and hope for tomorrow.
We offer nutritious food, using a choice-based distribution model and access to critical social services, including: • Monthly food distribution and weekly produce pickup through multiple food access programs, including our agship Sheridan Market in Lakeview and our Fresh Market, in partnership with La Casa Norte in Humboldt Park; • An online market program that provides an option for easy online ordering and pickup—convenient and ef cient for working families; • Home delivery services for older adults and people with disabilities; • Free, trauma-informed mental health counseling by licensed therapists; • Social services, including case management, housing and job search support, domestic violence intervention, referrals and public bene ts assistance (SNAP, health care, government forms, etc.) for anyone in need.
We’re committed to treating people and families with dignity, respect and compassion.
We pride ourselves on innovation and collaboration— with a growing number of partnerships in communities across the city. By partnering with other trusted organizations, we nourish hope for a brighter future throughout Chicago. Join: Join us in providing free, healthy and delicious food by hosting a virtual food drive—a fun way to engage your families, colleagues or classmates in online fundraising. Learn more at nourishinghopechi.org/fooddrive.
Help Others: We’re always looking for volunteers, and we’d love to have you as part of our team. Our volunteer opportunities include youth, corporate groups, community- and faith-based groups, community service and more. Registering is fast and easy! Sign up at nourishinghopechi.org/volunteer.
Donate: When you donate to Nourishing Hope, $1 can help provide eight meals to our neighbors facing food insecurity. Whether you’re an individual donor, or a corporate or foundation partner, you can learn how to make an impact today at nourishinghopechi.org/donate.
Share: Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest from the front lines of hunger relief. Find in-depth stories of impact on our blog at nourishinghopechi.org/blog.
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Hope Gala is our largest annual fundraiser. is year, we are hosting the event at Rockwell on the River on Oct. 14, 2022, at 6 p.m. Join us to support our growth and impact!
LEADERSHIP
Kellie O’Connell
CEO
Casey Herman
Board President
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