Food Bank Distributes Free Groceries at Pop-up In Elgin Sat. July 8th

Inflation, rising food costs and ending of the emergency government SNAP benefits are driving 450K neighbors per month to seek assistance from the Northern Illinois Food Bank pantries and programs. To help neighbors in need, Northern Illinois Food Bank will be distributing free groceries on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 9am-11am. The pop-up mobile market will be held at Elgin Community College. Two semi-trucks of food will be unloaded and distributed by volunteers.

Everyone who needs groceries is welcome – no ID, proof of income, or referral is needed. Mobile Markets distribute food in drive-thru model while supplies last.

Who: The Northern Illinois Food Bank Hosts Pop-Up Mobile Market at Elgin Community College

When: Saturday, July 8, 2023, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free grocery distribution in drive-thru model, first come first served for 1,000 families.

Where: Elgin Community College Arts Center, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, IL 60123

For more information about getting free groceries at a local pantry or at a future mobile market, visit: https://solvehungertoday.org/get-groceries-resources/

What is a mobile market? A mobile market is when a truck with fresh and nutritious food arrives on location for a short period of time to distribute free food in communities. Mobile markets typically last 1-2 hours and provide individuals with common grocery items such as breads, cereals, meat, dairy and fresh produce. Items will vary depending on availability.