Food Drive Underway To Benefit Glen House Food Pantry

The food drive, which began Sept. 10, is part of local efforts to support those in need during Hunger Action Month.

By Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff

Sep 10, 2026 12:42 PM CDT

The food drive, which began Sept. 10, is part of local efforts to support those in need during Hunger Action Month. (Courtesy of Rick Uldricks)

GLEN ELLYN, IL — The Glen Ellyn Park District launched a food drive Thursday to support patrons of the Glen House Food Pantry. The drive is part of Hunger Action Month, which is observed in September .

Nonperishable foods and personal care items can be dropped off at Ackerman SFC during operating hours through Sept. 17.

The following are among the pantry's most-needed items.

Applesauce
Baking supplies
Canned beans, dried beans
Canned fruits and veggies
Canned soup
Canned tuna
Coffee
Cold cereal
Condiments
Cookies
Granola Bars
Macaroni and cheese
Pasta
Peanut butter and jelly
Rice
SpaghettiOs
Tea
Tomato sauce and tomato paste

Toiletries needed include deodorant, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioners, diapers, hand soap and dish soap, toothpaste, baby wipes, toilet paper and laundry detergent.

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