Milton Township Food Pantry
About Us: Milton Township Food Pantry
Milton Township, through its General Assistance Department, operates an on-site Food Pantry for individuals and families in need here in Milton Township. Begun by office staff bringing in food from home to help those who visited our General Assistance office, the Pantry was incorporated in 2002 as an Illinois not-for-profit and granted 501(c)(3) status by the IRS. It is entirely supported by donations from the community – no tax dollars are used and all donations are fully tax-deductible.
Mission Statement: To ensure all residents of Milton Township are provided with access to a variety of healthy, nutritious, and sustainable food items and personal hygiene supplies, obtained through charitable donations and contributions and distributed to those in need of assistance with absolute dignity, honor, respect, and without judgments.
We work hard to ensure that no one in true need goes hungry here in the Township. For further information, please call our Township office at (630) 668-1616.
Food Pantry News
Year over year we have seen significant increases in the use of the food pantry. Over 1000 individuals are now served monthly who are facing food insecurity.
Quality food is given to our neighbors through the Milton Township Food Pantry. This includes produce, dairy, eggs, meat, and shelf stable foods. Halal foods are stocked and items for those with specific dietary needs are made available dependent on donations. A pet pantry is a newer service.
Growth in need has been matched by growth in donor partnerships. Milton Township relies on a network of grantors, donors, and companies who share generously. We thank DuPage County for a 2024 grant for a new refrigerated box truck. Other donors provide, monthly reusable shopping bags to make our food pantry more eco-friendly.
Hours of Operation:
Open Pantry Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Open pantry is available to qualified individuals living in Milton Township. You may visit the Pantry without an appointment during this time though it is recommended that you arrive no later than 10:45 a.m. to guarantee service. Volunteers gather non-perishables for clients based on family size. You will be given a form to fill out what you and your family are in need of. All client choices are based on availability.
Clients may get food from open pantry or regular pantry twice per calendar month.
Outside of Regular Hours:
Outside of the Regular Hours By Appointment Only, Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m
The Pantry is open with an appointment during this time. Same-day service is not guaranteed.
Looking to donate?
While food donations are welcome and accepted, monetary donations can go much further. Through a partnership with the Northern Illinois Food Bank, the Milton Township Food Pantry purchases discounted food items in bulk to feed those in need.
Monetary donations may be made by cash or check. Please make check payable to “Milton Township Food Pantry.” Any contribution big or small is a great help! Food donations may be dropped off Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Milton Township Food Pantry within the Town Hall building.
Although Food Pantry donations are welcome year-round, shortages are common during non-holiday months. Please consider the Milton Township Food Pantry for your organization’s next service project! The Food Pantry is a 501(c)3 charity.
Thank you for your Generosity
Please call Milton Township and ask to speak to Dave at (630) 668 -1616 with any questions regarding the Food Pantry.
