Welcome to the St. Stephen Lutheran Church Food Pantry

-Shelter assistance

-Flood- or fire-victim assistance

-Medication assistance

-Domestic violence assistance

-Housing assistance (rent/mortgage/security deposit)

-Utilities assistance (gas/electric/water)

-Food

-Clothing

-Transportation

-Referrals & resources

The service area of Together We Cope is bounded by 87th St. on the North, Will-Cook Rd. on the West, 183rd St. on the South, & Western Ave. on the East (The Mount Greenwood area is not included because it is a part of the City of Chicago). The customer care center is open 9 AM-3 PM Mon-Wed & Fri and 2 PM-7 PM on Thurs.

Bethel Family Resource Center provides an overnight shelter on Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday from 6 PM-8 AM. Showers are available Thursday mornings. A hot meal is served and clean clothing is available. Call for more info.

Always willing with a listening ear, an encouraging word, and food for the family.

Food Distribution Hours:

-Wednesday: 12 PM-3 PM

-Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday: 9 AM-12 PM

Areas serviced:

From 79th Street on the North to 175th on the South and from Hasted Avenue on the East to Route 45 on the West.

After School Program

Value-based education, recreation, social, arts and enrichment activities to keep kids learning and growing.

Tutoring and Mentoring

Specialized help for youth with greater academic needs and one-to-one relationships with caring adults.

Summer Fun Club

A nine-week day camp for area youth including breakfast, lunch, sports, crafts, music, and fun. Supports working parents, gives kids at risk safe alternatives, develops new skills and fosters diverse friendships.

Computer Learning Center

Hands-on computer training utilizing academic software and online resources.

Events/Parties

Holiday and theme based activities throughout the year for everyone to enjoy.

Golden Agers

For senior citizens, an array of monthly luncheon meetings with speakers, volunteer and learning opportunities, newsletters and day trips.

Computer Technology Center

Hands-on computer training with online capabilities for job searches and assistance creating a professional resume.

Health and Wellness

Fitness classes and specialized workshops on related topics.

Immigration Services

Guidance and referrals with completing immigration paperwork.

Resource Referrals

A listening ear, support and guidance in finding help with domestic abuse, health, employment and other needed family support.

Food Pantry

Monthly food staples are provided based on family size and need. Weekly bread distribution.

Lunch Program

Free weekly meals served on Fridays at 11:00 am to the homeless and those in need.

Personal Support

Free clothing, household items and special holiday assistance.

Emergency Financial Support

Rent, mortgage, and metered utility assistance, when available.

Referral Services

Help in locating needed services that are not directly provided by the Center.

Provides shelter and supportive services to homeless persons.

St. Damian Food Pantry serves Oak Forest residents who are in need of food regardless of religious denomination. Residents can call the hotline for assistance. Distribution is on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

For after-hours emergencies, please call hotline number (708) 335-3028

P.O. Box 937 Homewood, IL 60430

Client Services: (708) 798-7737

Administrative Office: (708) 794-2140

info@anewdv.org

Monday–Friday: 9 AM – 4 PM

Aunt Martha’s provides:

-Emergency housing for the homeless

-Transitional housing for at risk youth

-Employment training

-Supportive services and counseling for families at risk of child abuse or reported to DCFS

-Healthcare, including dental care

-Mental Health services

-Enrollment in Medicaid

-Substance abuse services

-Case management

-Referrals and resources

Provides a nutritious hot lunch to all who come, every Wednesday from 11:30 AM-1:30 PM. The Food Pantry provides bags of food once a month to residents in our service areas including: Glenwood, Sauk Village, Lynwood, Ford Heights, & Lansing. The hours of our pantry are 9 AM-12 PM.

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is a non-profit community organization that provides emergency shelter and other essential services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence and addresses the societal issues that contribute to domestic violence.