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Family Resources on the West Side

Free and low-cost help for families in the West Side of Chicago (Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale, Humboldt Park, Little Village and more). Food, childcare, schools, youth programs, health care and more.

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Above and Beyond Free Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpNorth Lawndale

Food pantry for ZIP 60624, open weekdays noon to 3 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to noon.

817 S. Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60624
Verified 9/29/2026

American Job Center - Malcolm X College West Campus

Jobs & TrainingAustin

FREE help for job seekers, including parents: career coaching, resumes, interview practice, job placement, training and GED/ESL referrals. Walk in Mon-Thu 8:30am-5pm, Fri 8:30am-3pm.

4624 W. Madison St, Chicago, IL 60644
Verified 9/29/2026

Beyond the Ball

Youth ProgramsLittle Village

Neighborhood sports leagues, tournaments and girls' programs for Little Village kids and families.

Verified 9/29/2026

Blessed Maria Gabriella Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpNear West Side

Catholic parish food pantry. 4th Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon.

2248 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Boys & Girls Club - CC's Little Village

Youth ProgramsLittle Village

Boys & Girls Club with after-school and summer programs for kids and teens: homework help, sports, arts, STEM and meals. Low-cost membership.

2801 S. Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Boys & Girls Club - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Youth ProgramsEast Garfield Park

Boys & Girls Club with after-school and summer programs for kids and teens: homework help, sports, arts, STEM and meals. Low-cost membership.

2950 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Boys & Girls Club - James R. Jordan

Youth ProgramsNear West Side

Boys & Girls Club with after-school and summer programs for kids and teens: homework help, sports, arts, STEM and meals. Low-cost membership.

2102 W. Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Boys & Girls Club - Rusu-McCartin

Youth ProgramsHumboldt Park

Boys & Girls Club with after-school and summer programs for kids and teens: homework help, sports, arts, STEM and meals. Low-cost membership.

4411 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

Boys & Girls Club - True Value

Youth ProgramsLittle Village

Boys & Girls Club with after-school and summer programs for kids and teens: homework help, sports, arts, STEM and meals. Low-cost membership.

2950 W. 25th St, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Carey Tercentenary AME Church Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpNorth Lawndale

Church food pantry for ZIPs 60612, 60623 and 60624. Fridays 1 to 3 p.m.

1448 S. Homan Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Carey Tercentenary AME Church Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpNorth Lawndale

Church food pantry for ZIPs 60612, 60623 and 60624. Fridays 1 to 3 p.m.

1448 S. Homan Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Catholic Charities Peace Corner Youth Center

Youth ProgramsAustin

Drop-in youth center with activities and support for young people. Weekdays 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

5022 W. Madison St, Chicago, IL 60644
Verified 9/29/2026

CDPH Lawndale Mental Health Center

Mental Health & Family SupportNear West Side

FREE city mental health counseling for children, teens and adults who live in Chicago. Weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Evening hours some days.

1105 S. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Baseball and Educational Academy

Youth ProgramsNear West Side

FREE baseball and softball camps, clinics and mentoring for ages 8 to 18 at UIC's baseball stadium.

Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Public Library - Bucktown-Wicker Park

Youth ProgramsWicker Park

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.

1701 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Public Library - Douglass

Youth ProgramsNorth Lawndale

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.

3353 W. 13th St, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Public Library - Humboldt Park

Youth ProgramsHumboldt Park

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.

1605 N. Troy St, Chicago, IL 60647
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Public Library - Little Italy

Youth ProgramsLittle Italy

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.

1336 W. Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Public Library - Little Village

Youth ProgramsLittle Village

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.

2311 S. Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Public Library - Manning

Youth ProgramsNear West 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.

6 S. Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Public Library - North Pulaski

Youth ProgramsHumboldt Park

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.

4300 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Public Library - Richard M. Daley-West Humboldt

Youth ProgramsHumboldt Park

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.

733 N. Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Public Library - West Chicago Avenue

Youth ProgramsAustin

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.

4856 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Public Library - West Loop

Youth ProgramsWest Loop

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.

122 N. Aberdeen St, Chicago, IL 60607
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Public Library - West Town

Youth ProgramsWest Town

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.

1625 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Women in Trades

Jobs & TrainingLower West Side

FREE training for women 18+ who want careers in construction and the trades, including welding. Evening, weekend and weekday options. Start with an info session.

2444 W. 16th St, Chicago, IL 60608
Verified 9/29/2026

Chicago Youth Boxing Club

Youth ProgramsLittle Village

Boxing classes for kids 8 and up, beginner to competitive, plus strength training. About $35 a month for unlimited classes (one-time $25 signup).

2300 S. Millard Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Child & Family Connections #9 (Hektoen Institute) - Early Intervention

Kids' HealthcareNear South Side

Local Early Intervention office for central and west Chicago, for children under 3 with delays or disabilities. Anyone can call to request a FREE evaluation.

2850 S. Wabash Ave, Suite 201, Chicago, IL 60616
Verified 9/29/2026

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpAustin

Church food pantry. Tuesdays noon to 2 p.m. and Saturdays 8 to 10 a.m.

1511 N. Long Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

Circle Urban Ministries Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpAustin

Christian community ministry food pantry for ZIP 60644. Wednesdays 9 to 11 a.m. and Thursdays 1 to 3 p.m.

118 N. Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
Verified 9/29/2026

College Mentoring Experience (CME)

Youth ProgramsAustin

Mentoring, tutoring, college tours, scholarships and college planning for Chicago high school students. 1-on-1 and school-based mentoring, plus S.T.E.P. Boys and S.T.A.R. Girls programs. Apply online as a mentee.

5100 W. Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60644
Verified 9/29/2026

DFSS Garfield Community Service Center

Housing & Food HelpEast Garfield Park

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.

10 S. Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

DFSS Trina Davila Community Service Center

Housing & Food HelpHumboldt Park

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.

4312 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
Verified 9/29/2026

Easterseals Academy Chicago

SchoolsIllinois Medical District

School for students ages 3-22 with autism, emotional or intellectual disabilities or developmental delays, with therapy and life skills built into the day. Students are placed through their school district.

1939 W. 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608
Verified 9/29/2026

Epiphany Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpLittle Village

Catholic parish food pantry. 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon.

2524 S. Keeler Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Erie Clemente School-Based Health Center

Kids' HealthcareWest Town

Health center inside Clemente High School: checkups, sports physicals and counseling for students.

1147 N. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

Erie Division Street Health Center

Kids' HealthcareHumboldt Park

Erie Family Health clinic: checkups, shots, school physicals, prenatal care and mental health for kids and adults, regardless of ability to pay or immigration status. English and Spanish.

2418 W. Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

Erie Johnson Health Center

Kids' HealthcareNorth Lawndale

Erie Family Health clinic: checkups, shots, school physicals, prenatal care and mental health for kids and adults, regardless of ability to pay or immigration status. English and Spanish.

1504 S. Albany Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Erie Neighborhood House - Youth & Tutoring

Youth ProgramsWest Town

After-school programs, reading and homework help, and youth programs for ages 12-18.

1701 W. Superior St, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

Erie Sankofa Village Health Center

Kids' HealthcareWest Garfield Park

Erie Family Health clinic: checkups, shots, school physicals, prenatal care and mental health for kids and adults, regardless of ability to pay or immigration status. English and Spanish.

4305 W. Madison St, Floor 3, Chicago, IL 60624
Verified 9/29/2026

Erie Teen Center

Kids' HealthcareHumboldt Park

Erie's health center just for teens: checkups, sexual health, and counseling in a teen-friendly space, regardless of ability to pay.

2418 W. Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

Erie West Town Health Center

Kids' HealthcareWest Town

Erie Family Health clinic: checkups, shots, school physicals, prenatal care and mental health for kids and adults, regardless of ability to pay or immigration status. English and Spanish.

1701 W. Superior St, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

Erie Westside Health Center

Kids' HealthcareHumboldt Park

Erie Family Health clinic: checkups, shots, school physicals, prenatal care and mental health for kids and adults, regardless of ability to pay or immigration status. English and Spanish.

646 N. Lawndale Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
Verified 9/29/2026

Esperanza California

Kids' HealthcareLittle Village

Esperanza community health clinic: pediatrics, prenatal care, women's health and behavioral health. English and Spanish. Call to book.

2001 S. California Ave, Suite 100, Chicago, IL 60608
Verified 9/29/2026

Esperanza Counseling Center

Mental Health & Family SupportLittle Village

Esperanza's behavioral health center: counseling and psychiatry for kids and adults. English and Spanish.

2724 W. Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
Verified 9/29/2026

Family Focus Lawndale

Mental Health & Family SupportNorth Lawndale

Family center with doula services and home visiting for families with kids up to age 3. Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

3517 W. Arthington St, Chicago, IL 60624
Verified 9/29/2026

First Baptist Congregational Church Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpNear West Side

Historic church with a food pantry partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Call for current hours.

1613 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Garfield Park Community Worship Center Hot Meals

Housing & Food HelpWest Garfield Park

Free hot meals Thursdays 1 to 3 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

4100 W. Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60624
Verified 9/29/2026

Garfield Park Conservatory

Youth ProgramsEast Garfield Park

Indoor plant rooms and a hands-on Children's Garden. FREE for Chicago residents with ID.

300 N. Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
Verified 9/29/2026

Girls in the Game

Youth ProgramsNorth Lawndale

Sports, health and leadership programs with mentoring for girls ages 6-18, after school and in the summer.

Douglass Park Fieldhouse, 1401 S. Sacramento Dr, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Greater Holy Temple COGIC Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpEast Garfield Park

Church food pantry for ZIP 60612 (Chicago Ave to Roosevelt, Kedzie to Ashland). Fridays 1 to 4 p.m.

246 N. California Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Greater Holy Temple COGIC Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpEast Garfield Park

Church food pantry for ZIP 60612 (Chicago Ave to Roosevelt, Kedzie to Ashland). Fridays 1 to 4 p.m.

246 N. California Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Greater Open Door Baptist Church

Mental Health & Family SupportNorth Lawndale

Neighborhood church with Sunday School and Junior Church for kids (Sundays 9:30 a.m.) and midweek Bible study. Call to ask about current community help.

1301 S. Sawyer Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Greater Open Door Baptist Church

Mental Health & Family SupportNorth Lawndale

Neighborhood church with Sunday School and Junior Church for kids (Sundays 9:30 a.m.) and midweek Bible study. Call to ask about current community help.

1301 S. Sawyer Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Greater St. John Bible Church

Youth ProgramsAustin

Austin church led by Rev. Ira Acree that has awarded over $500,000 in college scholarships to Austin-area students, plus community outreach.

1256 N. Waller Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

Greater St. John Bible Church

Youth ProgramsAustin

Austin church led by Rev. Ira Acree that has awarded over $500,000 in college scholarships to Austin-area students, plus community outreach.

1256 N. Waller Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

Harmony Community Cares Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpLittle Village

Food pantry for ZIPs 60608, 60612, 60623, 60624 and 60632. Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

1908 S. Millard Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Healing Temple COGIC Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpAustin

Church food pantry for families between North Ave and Roosevelt (Pulaski to Austin Blvd). Fridays 10 a.m. to noon.

4941 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

Healing Temple COGIC Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpAustin

Church food pantry for families between North Ave and Roosevelt (Pulaski to Austin Blvd). Fridays 10 a.m. to noon.

4941 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

IDHS Humboldt Park Family Community Resource Center

Housing & Food HelpHumboldt Park

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.

2753 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Verified 9/29/2026

IDHS Lower North Family Community Resource Center

Housing & Food HelpEast Garfield Park

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.

2650 W. Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

IDHS Northwest Family Community Resource Center

Housing & Food HelpHumboldt Park

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.

4105 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

IDHS Ogden Family Community Resource Center

Housing & Food HelpNorth Lawndale

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.

3920 W. Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Keystone Baptist Church Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpWest Garfield Park

Church food pantry. 2nd and 4th Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon; 1st and 3rd Saturdays 10 a.m. to noon.

4035 W. Maypole Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
Verified 9/29/2026

Lawndale Community Church

Mental Health & Family SupportNorth Lawndale

Neighborhood church behind Lawndale Christian Health Center. Runs Hope House, a recovery ministry for men (773-542-5098), plus legal and community development help.

3827 W. Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Metro Achievement Center for Girls

Youth ProgramsWest Loop

Character-based after-school tutoring, mentoring and summer programs for girls in grades 4-12.

310 S. Peoria St, Chicago, IL 60607
Verified 9/29/2026

Midtown Center for Boys

Youth ProgramsBucktown

Character-based after-school tutoring, mentoring and summer programs for boys in grades 4-12.

1819 N. Wood St, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

Mission of Our Lady of the Angels Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpHumboldt Park

Catholic mission food pantry. Tuesdays 8 to 10 a.m.

3814 W. Iowa St, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

Mount Ridge Baptist Church Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpEast Garfield Park

Church food pantry. Saturdays 9 to 11 a.m.

2658 W. Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

National Hellenic Museum

Youth ProgramsGreektown

Greek history, art and culture. FREE for everyone the first Sunday of each month in 2026; kids under 3 always free.

333 S. Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661
Verified 9/29/2026

National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture

Youth ProgramsHumboldt Park

Puerto Rican art and culture in Humboldt Park. Always FREE.

3015 W. Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

New Life Covenant - Humboldt Park Campus

Youth ProgramsHumboldt Park

Large church with kids and youth ministries (Life Kids and Culture Youth) and community outreach.

3400 W. Division St, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

New Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church

Youth ProgramsWest Garfield Park

Serves 9,000+ free meals a year (Fish and Loaves), runs Sankofa School for the Arts (dance, theater, DJing for ages 4-18) and housing/job help for young men 18-30.

4301 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60624
Verified 9/29/2026

New Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church

Youth ProgramsWest Garfield Park

Serves 9,000+ free meals a year (Fish and Loaves), runs Sankofa School for the Arts (dance, theater, DJing for ages 4-18) and housing/job help for young men 18-30.

4301 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60624
Verified 9/29/2026

Our Lady of Tepeyac Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpLittle Village

Catholic parish food pantry. Saturdays 9 to 11 a.m.

3047 W. Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Pan de Vida Food Pantry (New Life Centers)

Housing & Food HelpLittle Village

Large food pantry for ZIPs 60623, 60624, 60612 and 60609. Tue and Thu 8 a.m.-noon, Wed 3-6 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.-noon, plus outdoor giveaways 2nd and 4th Fridays.

2701 S. Lawndale Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpNear West Side

Church food pantry for families between Roosevelt and Chicago Ave (Pulaski to Halsted). Saturdays noon to 2 p.m. (weeks 1-3) and 4th Wednesday noon to 2 p.m.

1901 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Revolution Workshop

Jobs & TrainingEast Garfield Park

FREE construction job training for adults (many ages 18-24): pre-apprenticeship and technical pathways programs with tutoring, job coaching and money counseling.

3410 W. Lake St, Chicago, IL 60624
Verified 9/29/2026

Rush AARTS Autism Center

Kids' HealthcareIllinois Medical District

Rush's autism center for children, teens and adults: diagnostic evaluations, individual and family therapy, parent training, group therapy and medication management.

1645 W. Jackson Blvd, Suite 603, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Salvation Army Chicago Temple Corps

Housing & Food HelpWest Loop

Food pantry and community programs. Call for current pantry hours.

1 N. Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
Verified 9/29/2026

Salvation Army Freedom Center / Harbor Light

Housing & Food HelpHumboldt Park

Food pantry plus shelter, recovery and outreach services. Call for current pantry hours.

825 N. Christiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

Salvation Army LaVillita Corps

Housing & Food HelpLittle Village

Community center with a food pantry and family programs. Call for current pantry hours.

3621 W. 24th St, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

Salvation Army Midwest Corps

Housing & Food HelpNear West Side

Food pantry and community programs. Call for current pantry hours.

20 S. Campbell Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

Scouting America - Chicago Center for Scouting

Youth ProgramsWest Loop

Chicago office of Pathway to Adventure Council (Scouting America, formerly Boy Scouts). Help joining Cub Scouts (K-5), Scouts BSA (ages 11-17), Venturing, Sea Scouts and Exploring.

106 N. Aberdeen St, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60607
Verified 9/29/2026

St. Agatha Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpNorth Lawndale

Catholic parish food pantry. Tuesdays 9 to 11 a.m.

3147 W. Douglas Blvd, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

St. Aloysius Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpHumboldt Park

Catholic parish food pantry. Tuesdays 9 a.m. to noon.

2300 W. LeMoyne St, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

St. Francis of Assisi Parish Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpHumboldt Park

Catholic parish food pantry for families between North Ave and Chicago Ave (Pulaski to Cicero). Wednesdays and Thursdays 4 to 6 p.m.

932 N. Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

St. Martin de Porres Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpAustin

Catholic parish food pantry. Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon.

5112 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
Verified 9/29/2026

St. Pius V Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpPilsen

Catholic parish food pantry. Tuesdays 2 to 4 p.m.

1919 S. Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
Verified 9/29/2026

St. Stanislaus Kostka Community Meals

Housing & Food HelpWest Town

Free community meals Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

1351 W. Evergreen Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
Verified 9/29/2026

St. Stephen AME Church Hot Meals

Housing & Food HelpEast Garfield Park

Free hot meals Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3 to 5 p.m.

3042 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

St. Stephen AME Church Hot Meals

Housing & Food HelpEast Garfield Park

Free hot meals Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3 to 5 p.m.

3042 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

The Ark Church Food Pantry

Housing & Food HelpAustin

Church food pantry for ZIPs 60644, 60804, 60624, 60623 and 60402. Thu 4-6 p.m., Fri 9-11 a.m., Sat 8-10 a.m.

5040 W. Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60644
Verified 9/29/2026

The Chicago Lighthouse - Birth-to-Three & Low Vision Clinic

Kids' HealthcareIllinois Medical District

Early intervention for babies and toddlers who are blind or have low vision, plus a Low Vision Clinic.

1850 W. Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
Verified 9/29/2026

The Chicago Lighthouse - Children's Development Center

SchoolsIllinois Medical District

Year-round, state-approved school for children who are blind or have low vision, including kids with other disabilities. Speech, physical and occupational therapists, nurses and psychologists on staff.

1850 W. Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
Verified 9/29/2026

Tutoring Chicago - Humboldt Park

Youth ProgramsHumboldt Park

FREE one-to-one tutoring for students in grades 1-12 with a trained volunteer tutor, at the Union League Boys & Girls Club Barreto site. Apply online.

1214 N. Washtenaw Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

UIC Developmental Disabilities Family Clinic

Kids' HealthcareIllinois Medical District

Autism diagnosis, evaluations, speech, occupational and physical therapy, counseling and social skills groups for kids 3 and up, plus early intervention for babies and toddlers. English and Spanish.

1640 W. Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
Verified 9/29/2026

UIC Pediatric Dental Clinic

Kids' HealthcareIllinois Medical District

Dental care for infants through teens, including kids with special needs: checkups, cleanings, sealants, fillings and sedation options.

801 S. Paulina St, 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026

West Town Bikes

Youth ProgramsHumboldt Park

Youth bike programs: Girls Bike Club, after-school bike mechanics, and paid internships for ages 16 to 24.

2459 W. Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

Westside Healthy Start (ACCESS)

Mental Health & Family SupportAustin / Lawndale / Garfield Park

For pregnant women, mothers and babies up to 18 months in Austin, North Lawndale and Garfield Park: prenatal care coordination, breastfeeding support, parenting classes and transportation help.

600 W. Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60661
Verified 9/29/2026

WIC Clinic - CDPH Austin

Kids' HealthcareAustin

City WIC clinic: FREE food benefits and nutrition help for income-eligible pregnant and new moms and kids under 5.

4909 W. Division St, Chicago, IL 60651
Verified 9/29/2026

WIC Clinic - Erie Division

Kids' HealthcareWest Town

WIC clinic: FREE food benefits and nutrition help for income-eligible pregnant and new moms and kids under 5.

2418 W. Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Verified 9/29/2026

WIC Clinic - Erie Humboldt Park

Kids' HealthcareHumboldt Park

WIC clinic: FREE food benefits and nutrition help for income-eligible pregnant and new moms and kids under 5.

2750 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Verified 9/29/2026

YWCA Medical District Center

Mental Health & Family SupportNear West Side

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.

1340 S. Damen Ave, Mezzanine Suite C, Chicago, IL 60608
Verified 9/29/2026

Zion Temple Church Grocery Giveaway

Housing & Food HelpNorth Lawndale

Outdoor grocery giveaway on the first Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon.

1414 S. Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60623
Verified 9/29/2026

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