4-H Cook County (Illinois Extension) - Chicago South
4-H clubs and youth programs in STEM, leadership, gardening and healthy living for ages 5 to 18.
8753 S. Greenwood Ave, Suite 100, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
Family Resources on the South Side
Free and low-cost help for families in the South Side of Chicago (Englewood, Chatham, Hyde Park, Bronzeville, Roseland, South Shore and more). Food, childcare, schools, youth programs, health care and more.
128 resources
A Knock at Midnight - Teen REACH
After-school tutoring, mentoring and life skills for ages 6-17.
400 W. 76th St, Suite 206, Chicago, IL 60620
Verified 9/29/2026
Allen Metropolitan CME Church Hot Meals
Free hot meals Sundays 2-4 p.m. and Wednesdays 4-6 p.m.
10946 S. Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Allen Metropolitan CME Church Hot Meals
Free hot meals Sundays 2-4 p.m. and Wednesdays 4-6 p.m.
10946 S. Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Alternatives Youth
Youth mental health counseling, restorative justice and leadership programs for young people and families.
241 E. 57th St, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
American Job Center - Olive-Harvey College
FREE job-readiness workshops, a computer and job-board room, one-on-one job help and hiring events for adults 18+.
10001 S. Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Apostolic Church of God
Large Woodlawn church with community outreach, youth programs and a food pantry run with the Network of Woodlawn.
6320 S. Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
Apostolic Faith Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry. Tuesdays 5 to 7 p.m. and Wednesdays 10 a.m. to noon.
3823 S. Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
Verified 9/29/2026
Apostolic Pentecostal Church of Morgan Park Food Pantry
Church food pantry. Wednesdays 10 a.m. to noon.
11401 S. Vincennes Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Apostolic Pentecostal Church of Morgan Park Food Pantry
Church food pantry. Wednesdays 10 a.m. to noon.
11401 S. Vincennes Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Back to God All Nations Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry. Tuesdays 9 to 11 a.m.
7326 S. Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60636
Verified 9/29/2026
Boys & Girls Club - Bartlett J. McCartin
Boys & Girls Club with after-school and summer programs for kids and teens: homework help, sports, arts, STEM and meals. Low-cost membership.
3400 S. Emerald Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Verified 9/29/2026
Carey Temple AME Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for families between 69th and 79th Streets (Stony Island to Cottage Grove). Wednesdays 10 a.m. to noon.
7157 S. Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
Carey Temple AME Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for families between 69th and 79th Streets (Stony Island to Cottage Grove). Wednesdays 10 a.m. to noon.
7157 S. Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
Catholic Charities Roseland Adolescent Parenting Program
Support for pregnant teens and young parents with children from birth to age 3.
Verified 9/29/2026
CDPH Englewood Mental Health Center
FREE city mental health counseling for children, teens and adults who live in Chicago. Weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
641 W. 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60621
Verified 9/29/2026
CDPH Greater Grand/Mid-South Mental Health Center
FREE city mental health counseling for children, teens and adults who live in Chicago. Weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
4314 S. Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
Verified 9/29/2026
CDPH Roseland Health Hub
FREE city mental health and sexual health services, open to all. Reopened in 2025.
200 E. 115th St, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Chatham-Avalon Ministries Food Pantry
Faith-based food pantry serving much of the South Side (ZIPs 60617, 60619, 60620, 60621, 60628, 60637, 60649). Saturdays 8 to 10 a.m.
8601 S. State St, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago CRED Youth Program
For Roseland-area teens: after-school sessions twice a week, life coaching, therapy and job opportunities.
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Family Health Center - Prenatal Care
Community health center with prenatal care for low-income, uninsured and Medicaid patients. Other sites in Pullman, Chicago Lawn and Roseland.
9119 S. Exchange Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Altgeld
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
955 E. 131st St, Chicago, IL 60827
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Avalon
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
8148 S. Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Beverly
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
1962 W. 95th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Blackstone
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
4904 S. Lake Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Brainerd
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
1350 W. 89th St, Chicago, IL 60620
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Canaryville
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
642 W. 43rd St, Chicago, IL 60609
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Chicago Bee
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
3647 S. State St, Chicago, IL 60609
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Chinatown
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
2100 S. Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Coleman
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
731 E. 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Greater Grand Crossing
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
1000 E. 73rd St, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Hall
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
4801 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Hegewisch
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
3048 E. 130th St, Chicago, IL 60633
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Jeffery Manor
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
2401 E. 100th St, Chicago, IL 60617
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - King
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
3436 S. King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Mount Greenwood
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
11010 S. Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60655
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Obama Presidential Center
Chicago Public Library branch inside the Obama Presidential Center: free kids' and teen programs, computers and Wi-Fi.
6021 S. Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Pullman
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
11001 S. Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Richard J. Daley-Bridgeport
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
3400 S. Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - South Chicago
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
9055 S. Houston Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - South Shore
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
2505 E. 73rd St, Chicago, IL 60649
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Thurgood Marshall
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
7506 S. Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60620
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Vodak-East Side
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
3710 E. 106th St, Chicago, IL 60617
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Walker
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
11071 S. Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - West Pullman
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
830 W. 119th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Whitney M. Young Jr.
FREE Chicago Public Library branch: story times, kids' and teen programs, homework help, computers and Wi-Fi, and free passes and events. Free library card for Chicago residents.
415 E. 79th St, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Youth Programs
Tutoring, mentoring, academic support and career programs for young people from birth to 25.
5350 S. Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Verified 9/29/2026
Child & Family Connections #10 (La Rabida) - Early Intervention
Local Early Intervention office for southeast Chicago, for children under 3 with delays or disabilities. Anyone can call to request a FREE evaluation.
1525 E. 55th St, Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60615
Verified 9/29/2026
Chosen Tabernacle Full Gospel Baptist Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIPs 60615, 60621, 60637 and 60653. Mondays 4-6 p.m. and Thursdays 1-3 p.m.
6201 S. Sangamon St, Chicago, IL 60621
Verified 9/29/2026
Christ Universal Temple
Large South Side church with youth and children's programs, senior ministry and a free 24-hour prayer line: (773) 568-1717.
11901 S. Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Christ Universal Temple
Large South Side church with youth and children's programs, senior ministry and a free 24-hour prayer line: (773) 568-1717.
11901 S. Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Christian Tabernacle Church
Historic Bronzeville church (founded by Maceo Woods) with church school for kids and weekly Bible class.
4712 S. Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Verified 9/29/2026
Christian Tabernacle Church
Historic Bronzeville church (founded by Maceo Woods) with church school for kids and weekly Bible class.
4712 S. Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Verified 9/29/2026
Colonial Village Church of Christ Food Pantry
Church food pantry partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Call for current hours.
12814 S. Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Covenant Faith Church of God Grocery Giveaway
Church grocery giveaway on the 3rd Friday of the month, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
10505 S. Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
CYC Elliott Donnelley Youth Center
Chicago Youth Centers site with a computer lab, homework help, swimming, college and career readiness, and meals.
3947 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
Verified 9/29/2026
DFSS Dr. Martin Luther King Community Service Center
City of Chicago community service center: help applying for benefits, food pantry and clothing referrals, shelter placement, free CTA ride help, veteran and job referrals. Weekdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
4314 S. Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
Verified 9/29/2026
DFSS Englewood Community Service Center
City of Chicago community service center: help applying for benefits, food pantry and clothing referrals, shelter placement, free CTA ride help, veteran and job referrals. Weekdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
1140 W. 79th St, Chicago, IL 60620
Verified 9/29/2026
DFSS South Chicago Community Service Center
City of Chicago community service center: help applying for benefits, food pantry and clothing referrals, shelter placement, free CTA ride help, veteran and job referrals. Weekdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
8650 S. Commercial Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Verified 9/29/2026
DuSable Black History Museum
Museum of African American history and culture in Washington Park. Free for Illinois residents every Wednesday in 2026.
740 E. 56th Pl, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
Evangelism Outreach Ministries Food Pantry
Faith-based food pantry serving the Far South Side. Tuesdays noon to 2 p.m.
214 E. 115th St, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Fellowship Chicago (Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church)
Pastor Charles Jenkins' large South Side church. Free hot meals Thursdays noon-2 p.m. and a food pantry (listed separately).
4543 S. Princeton Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Verified 9/29/2026
Fellowship Chicago (Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church)
Pastor Charles Jenkins' large South Side church. Free hot meals Thursdays noon-2 p.m. and a food pantry (listed separately).
4543 S. Princeton Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Verified 9/29/2026
Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church Food Program
Free hot meal Thursdays noon to 2 p.m.; food pantry Wednesdays 8 to 10 a.m. and the 4th Saturday 8 to 11 a.m.
4543 S. Princeton Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Verified 9/29/2026
First Presbyterian Church of Chicago Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIPs 60637, 60619 and 60649. Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon.
6400 S. Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
First Tee Greater Chicago - Harborside
Affordable youth golf and life-skills programs for ages 7 to 18 at the Harborside Youth Learning Center. Other sites include Jackson Park, South Shore and Marquette Park.
11001 S. Doty Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Gary Comer Youth Center
FREE programs for ages 11-18: tutoring, homework help, college prep, arts, rooftop garden, meals, and paid jobs for ages 14-24.
7200 S. Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
Gorham United Methodist Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIPs 60637 and 60615. Tuesdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
5600 S. Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
Gorham United Methodist Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIPs 60637 and 60615. Tuesdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
5600 S. Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
Greater St. John AME Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIP 60636. Thursdays 9 to 11 a.m.
6201 S. Throop St, Chicago, IL 60636
Verified 9/29/2026
Greater St. John AME Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIP 60636. Thursdays 9 to 11 a.m.
6201 S. Throop St, Chicago, IL 60636
Verified 9/29/2026
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (MSI)
Hands-on science exhibits: trains, flight, weather and more. FREE for Illinois residents on select days (remaining 2026: Sept 30, Oct 5-7, 13-14, 18). Bring proof of residency.
5700 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
Harris Temple AOH Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIPs 60653, 60615, 60616 and 60609. Saturdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
4138 S. Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
Verified 9/29/2026
Harris Temple AOH Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIPs 60653, 60615, 60616 and 60609. Saturdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
4138 S. Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
Verified 9/29/2026
Horizons National Chicago
Tuition-free summer learning program for South and West Side students, with year-round support. Kids return summer after summer.
6127 S. University Ave #1345, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
IDHS Calumet Park Family Community Resource Center
Illinois state office where you can apply for SNAP (food stamps), Medicaid/All Kids health insurance, cash help (TANF) and child care assistance. You can also apply online at abe.illinois.gov.
831 W. 119th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
IDHS Mid South Family Community Resource Center
Illinois state office where you can apply for SNAP (food stamps), Medicaid/All Kids health insurance, cash help (TANF) and child care assistance. You can also apply online at abe.illinois.gov.
1642 W. 59th St, Chicago, IL 60636
Verified 9/29/2026
IDHS Roseland Family Community Resource Center
Illinois state office where you can apply for SNAP (food stamps), Medicaid/All Kids health insurance, cash help (TANF) and child care assistance. You can also apply online at abe.illinois.gov.
11203 S. Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
IDHS South Loop Family Community Resource Center
Illinois state office where you can apply for SNAP (food stamps), Medicaid/All Kids health insurance, cash help (TANF) and child care assistance. You can also apply online at abe.illinois.gov.
1112 S. Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Verified 9/29/2026
IDHS Southeast Family Community Resource Center
Illinois state office where you can apply for SNAP (food stamps), Medicaid/All Kids health insurance, cash help (TANF) and child care assistance. You can also apply online at abe.illinois.gov.
8001 S. Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
IDHS Woodlawn Family Community Resource Center
Illinois state office where you can apply for SNAP (food stamps), Medicaid/All Kids health insurance, cash help (TANF) and child care assistance. You can also apply online at abe.illinois.gov.
915 E. 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois Eye Institute - Pediatric & Special Needs Vision
Eye care for babies through teens, including special-needs exams, lazy eye and crossed-eye treatment, and vision therapy. Takes Medicaid, CountyCare, YouthCare, Meridian and Blue Cross Community; discounts for uninsured families.
3241 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Verified 9/29/2026
Jackie Robinson West Little League
Famous South Side Little League (2014 U.S. champions) offering baseball for boys and girls. Check the website or Facebook for sign-up dates.
Verified 9/29/2026
Kingdom Builders Christian Center COGIC Food Pantry
Church food program partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Call for current hours.
1648 W. 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60636
Verified 9/29/2026
Kingdom Builders Christian Center COGIC Food Pantry
Church food program partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Call for current hours.
1648 W. 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60636
Verified 9/29/2026
La Rabida Children's Hospital
Children's hospital for kids with disabilities and complex medical needs: developmental and Down syndrome clinics, cerebral palsy care, and physical, occupational and speech therapy. Over 90% of patients use Medicaid; no child turned away for inability to pay.
6501 S. Promontory Dr, Chicago, IL 60649
Verified 9/29/2026
Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church
Large South Side church with Sunday School, men's and women's fellowships and community events. Office open daily 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
2233 W. 79th St, Chicago, IL 60620
Verified 9/29/2026
Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church
Large South Side church with Sunday School, men's and women's fellowships and community events. Office open daily 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
2233 W. 79th St, Chicago, IL 60620
Verified 9/29/2026
Messiah & St. Bartholomew Food Pantry
Church food pantry. Fridays 8 to 10 a.m.
8255 S. Dante Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
Metropolitan Family Services Learning and Wellness Center
Early learning and Head Start from 6 weeks to 5 years for income-eligible working or student parents.
5338 S. Loomis Blvd, Chicago, IL 60609
Verified 9/29/2026
Metropolitan Family Services Roseland Grocery Giveaway
Outdoor grocery giveaway on the 3rd Friday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon.
209 E. 103rd St, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Mount Olive Baptist Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIP 60636. Saturdays 1 to 3 p.m.
6353 S. Marshfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60636
Verified 9/29/2026
New Christian Joy Full Gospel Baptist Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIP 60628. Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
11600 S. State St, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
New Life Covenant Church - Southeast Food Pantry
Church food pantry for families between 71st and 83rd Streets (State St to Stony Island). Thursdays noon to 2 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m.
7757 S. Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
New Mount Calvary Baptist Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for families between 55th and 75th Streets (Racine to Western). Mondays 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
1850 W. Marquette Rd, Chicago, IL 60636
Verified 9/29/2026
New Progressive Missionary Baptist Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry serving much of the Far South Side. Saturdays 9 to 11 a.m.
9406 S. Perry Ave, Chicago, IL 60620
Verified 9/29/2026
New Tabernacle Baptist Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Call for current hours.
10413 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Parkway Garden Christian Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry. Fridays 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
6600 S. Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
Phalanx Family Services
For out-of-school young people 16-24: career coaching, job placement, PAID work experiences and internships, GED tutoring and mentoring. Also serves adults. Call to enroll.
837 W. 119th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Pickens Memorial Temple COGIC Food Pantry
Church food program partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Call for current hours.
5659 S. Union Ave, Chicago, IL 60621
Verified 9/29/2026
Pickens Memorial Temple COGIC Food Pantry
Church food program partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Call for current hours.
5659 S. Union Ave, Chicago, IL 60621
Verified 9/29/2026
Redeeming Grace Evangelist Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIPs 60643 and 60628. Saturdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
11801 S. Sangamon St, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Roseland Christian Ministries
Christian ministry food pantry for ZIP 60628, Thursdays 9 to 11 a.m. Senior food boxes 1st and 3rd Wednesdays.
10858 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Salem Baptist Church of Chicago
Large Roseland church with kids and teen ministries, counseling and bereavement support.
752 E. 114th St, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Salvation Army Kroc Center Chicago
Huge Salvation Army community center with a pool, gym, sports, classes, camps and family programs. Memberships and class passes; ask about financial help.
1250 W. 119th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Second Faith Temple COGIC Hot Meal
Free hot meal Fridays 6 to 8 p.m.
424 E. 49th St, Chicago, IL 60615
Verified 9/29/2026
Second Faith Temple COGIC Hot Meal
Free hot meal Fridays 6 to 8 p.m.
424 E. 49th St, Chicago, IL 60615
Verified 9/29/2026
Shiloah Baptist Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry. Mondays 2 to 4 p.m.
9201 S. Justine St, Chicago, IL 60620
Verified 9/29/2026
Smart Museum of Art
University of Chicago art museum with free Family Days. Always FREE.
5550 S. Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
St. James AME Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for families between 87th and 95th Streets (State to Halsted). Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
9255 S. Perry Ave, Chicago, IL 60620
Verified 9/29/2026
St. James Food Pantry
Catholic parish food pantry. Tuesday through Thursday, 9 to 11 a.m.
2907 S. Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Verified 9/29/2026
St. Katharine Drexel Parish Food Pantry
Catholic parish food pantry for families between 63rd and 103rd Streets (lake to State St). Fridays 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
9047 S. Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
St. Moses the Black Food Pantry
Catholic parish food pantry. Tuesdays 5:30-7 p.m. and Wednesdays 10 a.m. to noon.
331 E. 71st St, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
St. Philip Neri / Our Lady of Peace Food Pantry
Catholic parish food pantry. Open Tuesdays 10 a.m. to noon.
2132 E. 72nd St, Chicago, IL 60649
Verified 9/29/2026
St. Sabina Church - Food Assistance
Well-known Catholic parish offering food help weekdays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., plus youth and community programs.
1120 W. 79th St, Chicago, IL 60620
Verified 9/29/2026
St. Sabina Strong Futures
St. Sabina's program connecting young people ages 17 to 28 to full-time jobs, with mentoring, life skills, job prep and housing help.
Verified 9/29/2026
St. Vincent de Paul Society - Hegewisch Food Pantry
Food pantry on the Far Southeast Side. Mondays 9 to 11 a.m.
13145 S. Houston Ave, Chicago, IL 60633
Verified 9/29/2026
Third Baptist Church of Chicago Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIPs 60628, 60620 and 60643. Saturdays 10 a.m. to noon.
1510 W. 95th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Trinity United Church of Christ
Large South Side church with community ministries and a food pantry partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Office open Tue and Thu 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
400 W. 95th St, Chicago, IL 60628
Verified 9/29/2026
Tutoring Chicago - Chatham
FREE one-to-one tutoring for students in grades 1-12 with a trained volunteer tutor, once a week during the school year. Apply online.
8650 S. Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Verified 9/29/2026
UChicago Medicine Comer Children's Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
Diagnosis and treatment for kids with autism, ADHD, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and learning problems, including a Birth to Three diagnostic clinic.
5841 S. Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
UChicago Medicine Lactation Warm Line & Baby Bistro
FREE breastfeeding help: leave a message and a lactation consultant calls you back. Also a free weekly Baby Bistro support group in Hyde Park.
Verified 9/29/2026
WIC Clinic - Chicago Family Health Center
WIC clinic: FREE food benefits and nutrition help for income-eligible pregnant and new moms and kids under 5.
9119 S. Exchange Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Verified 9/29/2026
Windsor Park Lutheran Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIP 60649. Tuesdays 3-5 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to noon.
2619 E. 76th St, Chicago, IL 60649
Verified 9/29/2026
XS Tennis and Education Foundation
Tennis classes, summer camps and tournaments for kids, with academic support. Large indoor/outdoor tennis center.
5336 S. State St, Chicago, IL 60609
Verified 9/29/2026
YWCA Laura Parks and Mildred Francis Center
YWCA center offering counseling and support for survivors of sexual violence, family support, and help with jobs and child care. Call to ask which services this site offers.
6600 S. Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Verified 9/29/2026
YWCA Roseland Center
YWCA center offering counseling and support for survivors of sexual violence, family support, and help with jobs and child care. Call to ask which services this site offers.
839 W. 115th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
Zion Lutheran Church Food Pantry
Church food pantry for ZIP 60643. Thursdays 3 to 5 p.m.
9905 S. Winston Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
Verified 9/29/2026
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