The Food Depository is part of a united community effort working to bring food, dignity and hope to our Cook County neighbors. We act as the hub for a network of more than 700 food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters and other programs.

The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 temporarily expanded student eligibility to new groups from January 16, 2021 through the end of the public health emergency.

Swipe Out Hunger is a national nonprofit committed to ending college student hunger. They advise colleges and universities on the design of applicable and innovative anti-hunger programs. They work with colleges and universities to implement a range of anti-hunger programs across our 600+ campus network.