Above and Beyond Free Food Pantry
Food pantry for ZIP 60624, open weekdays noon to 3 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to noon.
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.
Food pantry for ZIP 60624, open weekdays noon to 3 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to noon.
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.
Neighborhood sports leagues, tournaments and girls' programs for Little Village kids and families.
Catholic parish food pantry. 4th Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon.
Boys & Girls Club with after-school and summer programs for kids and teens: homework help, sports, arts, STEM and meals. Low-cost membership.
Boys & Girls Club with after-school and summer programs for kids and teens: homework help, sports, arts, STEM and meals. Low-cost membership.
Boys & Girls Club with after-school and summer programs for kids and teens: homework help, sports, arts, STEM and meals. Low-cost membership.
Boys & Girls Club with after-school and summer programs for kids and teens: homework help, sports, arts, STEM and meals. Low-cost membership.
Boys & Girls Club with after-school and summer programs for kids and teens: homework help, sports, arts, STEM and meals. Low-cost membership.
Church food pantry for ZIPs 60612, 60623 and 60624. Fridays 1 to 3 p.m.
Church food pantry for ZIPs 60612, 60623 and 60624. Fridays 1 to 3 p.m.
Drop-in youth center with activities and support for young people. Weekdays 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
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.
FREE baseball and softball camps, clinics and mentoring for ages 8 to 18 at UIC's baseball stadium.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Boxing classes for kids 8 and up, beginner to competitive, plus strength training. About $35 a month for unlimited classes (one-time $25 signup).
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.
Church food pantry. Tuesdays noon to 2 p.m. and Saturdays 8 to 10 a.m.
Christian community ministry food pantry for ZIP 60644. Wednesdays 9 to 11 a.m. and Thursdays 1 to 3 p.m.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Catholic parish food pantry. 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon.
Health center inside Clemente High School: checkups, sports physicals and counseling for students.
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.
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.
After-school programs, reading and homework help, and youth programs for ages 12-18.
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.
Erie's health center just for teens: checkups, sexual health, and counseling in a teen-friendly space, regardless of ability to pay.
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.
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.
Esperanza community health clinic: pediatrics, prenatal care, women's health and behavioral health. English and Spanish. Call to book.
Esperanza's behavioral health center: counseling and psychiatry for kids and adults. English and Spanish.
Family center with doula services and home visiting for families with kids up to age 3. Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
Historic church with a food pantry partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Call for current hours.
Free hot meals Thursdays 1 to 3 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Indoor plant rooms and a hands-on Children's Garden. FREE for Chicago residents with ID.
Sports, health and leadership programs with mentoring for girls ages 6-18, after school and in the summer.
Church food pantry for ZIP 60612 (Chicago Ave to Roosevelt, Kedzie to Ashland). Fridays 1 to 4 p.m.
Church food pantry for ZIP 60612 (Chicago Ave to Roosevelt, Kedzie to Ashland). Fridays 1 to 4 p.m.
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.
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.
Austin church led by Rev. Ira Acree that has awarded over $500,000 in college scholarships to Austin-area students, plus community outreach.
Austin church led by Rev. Ira Acree that has awarded over $500,000 in college scholarships to Austin-area students, plus community outreach.
Food pantry for ZIPs 60608, 60612, 60623, 60624 and 60632. Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Church food pantry for families between North Ave and Roosevelt (Pulaski to Austin Blvd). Fridays 10 a.m. to noon.
Church food pantry for families between North Ave and Roosevelt (Pulaski to Austin Blvd). Fridays 10 a.m. to noon.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Church food pantry. 2nd and 4th Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon; 1st and 3rd Saturdays 10 a.m. to noon.
Neighborhood church behind Lawndale Christian Health Center. Runs Hope House, a recovery ministry for men (773-542-5098), plus legal and community development help.
Character-based after-school tutoring, mentoring and summer programs for girls in grades 4-12.
Character-based after-school tutoring, mentoring and summer programs for boys in grades 4-12.
Catholic mission food pantry. Tuesdays 8 to 10 a.m.
Church food pantry. Saturdays 9 to 11 a.m.
Greek history, art and culture. FREE for everyone the first Sunday of each month in 2026; kids under 3 always free.
Puerto Rican art and culture in Humboldt Park. Always FREE.
Large church with kids and youth ministries (Life Kids and Culture Youth) and community outreach.
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.
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.
Catholic parish food pantry. Saturdays 9 to 11 a.m.
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.
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.
FREE construction job training for adults (many ages 18-24): pre-apprenticeship and technical pathways programs with tutoring, job coaching and money counseling.
Rush's autism center for children, teens and adults: diagnostic evaluations, individual and family therapy, parent training, group therapy and medication management.
Food pantry and community programs. Call for current pantry hours.
Food pantry plus shelter, recovery and outreach services. Call for current pantry hours.
Community center with a food pantry and family programs. Call for current pantry hours.
Food pantry and community programs. Call for current pantry hours.
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.
Catholic parish food pantry. Tuesdays 9 to 11 a.m.
Catholic parish food pantry. Tuesdays 9 a.m. to noon.
Catholic parish food pantry for families between North Ave and Chicago Ave (Pulaski to Cicero). Wednesdays and Thursdays 4 to 6 p.m.
Catholic parish food pantry. Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon.
Catholic parish food pantry. Tuesdays 2 to 4 p.m.
Free community meals Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Free hot meals Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3 to 5 p.m.
Free hot meals Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3 to 5 p.m.
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.
Early intervention for babies and toddlers who are blind or have low vision, plus a Low Vision Clinic.
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.
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.
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.
Dental care for infants through teens, including kids with special needs: checkups, cleanings, sealants, fillings and sedation options.
Youth bike programs: Girls Bike Club, after-school bike mechanics, and paid internships for ages 16 to 24.
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.
City WIC clinic: FREE food benefits and nutrition help for income-eligible pregnant and new moms and kids under 5.
WIC clinic: FREE food benefits and nutrition help for income-eligible pregnant and new moms and kids under 5.
WIC clinic: FREE food benefits and nutrition help for income-eligible pregnant and new moms and kids under 5.
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.
Outdoor grocery giveaway on the first Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon.
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