HOW SANAD PANTRY WORKS
We are ensuring that those in need receive healthy, nutritious food.
What is a Food Bank?
At Sanad Pantry, our efforts extend beyond direct food provision to families, seniors, students, and others. We also serve as a central hub, annually delivering millions of pounds of food to local partners, thereby reaching individuals in their respective communities.
Where Does the Food Come From?
While a significant portion of our food comes through food rescue efforts, we also source from local farms and community-driven food drives.
To complement donated supplies and fulfill the nutritional requirements of those we assist, we harness national and local partnerships to acquire food at the most cost-effective rates.
Our efforts extend beyond direct food provision to families, seniors, students, and others. Our objective is to annually distribute 10 million pounds of food.
Food Recovery
Sanad Pantry engages in food recovery, rescuing safe and surplus food from being discarded, redirecting it to provide nourishment to those facing hunger challenges. Our donations come from a range of sources, including retail grocers, farmers, producers, distributors, and foodservice operators, contributing items that may not be economically viable for sale, nearing their expiration date, excess stock, seasonal items, or with cosmetic imperfections.
Where Does the Food Go?
Volunteer Collection
On-site Distribution
Is the Food Healthy?
Our objective is to annually distribute 10 million pounds of food, with an emphasis on quality over quantity. We prioritize providing a minimum of 75% of our distribution as fresh produce or high-protein items, such as dairy, meat, and peanut butter.
Type of Food Distributed
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Extend a Helping Hand to Your Community
Hunger is an ongoing issue that impacts every neighborhood in Chicago. Each year, hundreds of thousands of individuals experience food insecurity, and even a single person facing this challenge is one too many.
Give
Contribute and create a significant effect in the support we provide by making a one-time donation, monthly contribution, tribute gift, stock donation, or more.
Volunteer
Be a volunteer, whether you're an individual or part of a group, and register to lend a hand either at our center or within the community.
Advocate
Raise your voice in backing our advocacy initiatives aimed at tackling the underlying causes of hunger.
Start a Virtual Food Drive
Initiate a fundraising campaign with friends, family, or colleagues, and create an immediate impact within our community.
