DUE TO COVID-19, THE FOOD PANTRY IS OPERATING UNDER DIFFERENT HOURS AND METHODS – PLEASE SEE THE COVID-19 PAGE FOR ONGOING UPDATES.
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The information below is our regular operational hours and criteria
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The Lisle Township Food Pantry is operated for the benefit of township residents who are in need. It is our goal that no person goes hungry. The pantry is staffed by a group of dedicated volunteers. The Lisle Township Food Pantry is located at 4711 Indiana Ave, Lisle IL, at the East end of the building.
The Lisle Township Food Pantry is grateful for partnerships with the Northern Illinois Food Bank, area businesses, civic groups, and individuals that donate their time, food, and money.
Friends for Lisle Township is a not-for-profit organization that supports the food purchases of the Lisle Township Food Pantry. As a registered 501 (c) (3) charitable organization, monetary donations to Friends for Lisle Township are tax deductible(Tax ID# 262321497). Make checks payable to Friends for Lisle Township. Checks can be delivered to the township office or mailed to:
Friends for Lisle Township
3941 Hobson Gate
Naperville, IL 60540
Lisle Township Food Pantry Distribution Information and Requirements
There are two types of distributions of food for our clients.
7-Day Distribution
Clients can check in during Pantry hours and shop for themselves from our frozen goods and shelves of non-perishable products. We typically have a variety of pastas, grains, canned vegetables, beans, and other canned, bagged and dry goods. Clients can come in to shop once every 7 days.
The Food Pantry is open for this regular distribution on:
Mondays: 8:30am-10:30am; 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Wednesdays: 8:30am-10:30am; 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Fridays: 8:30am-10:30am; 2:00pm to 4:00pm
You do not need to call ahead before shopping.
Perishable Pantry
Clients can check in between 10:30 and 10:59 AM for Perishable Distributions. Typically the Perishable Pantry includes fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, bread, milk, and other dairy products. At the start of the Perishable Distribution, groups will be randomly called to shop. Once all groups have shopped the day’s perishable selection once, groups will be called up again until all perishables are gone or all shoppers are done.
Mondays: 11:00am
Wednesdays: 11:00am
Fridays: 11:00am
You may attend any and ALL days. Please bring boxes or shopping bags.
To be a Client:
The Lisle Township Food Pantry serves all eligible people regardless of race, religion, national origin or citizenship status. Lisle Township residents of households with income below 185% of poverty are able to shop at the Pantry. If you have any questions about eligibility, call the Charlie at 630-968-2087.
For either type of distribution, please bring and Government-issued ID (with picture and name) and proof of residency. Proof of Residency may include:
- Current Utility Bill (no more than 90 days old)
- Page 1 of a current lease or mortgage statement
- Current Tax Statement
- Declaration of being homeless