UPCOMING EVENTS

SNAP LISTENING SESSIONS
JULY 21ST - 30TH

The Greater Chicago Food Depository is partnering with organizations across Cook County to host a series of listening sessions focused on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). These conversations aim to understand how recent SNAP changes are affecting individuals and communities statewide.

Supported by the Illinois Department of Human Services and the Illinois Commission to End Hunger, the sessions bring together community members and organizations to:

  • Share local experiences with recent SNAP changes

  • Hear from professionals who work with SNAP, including nonprofits, grocers, farmers, food banks, and community organizations

  • Identify ideas and solutions to address challenges and strengthen support for Illinois families

Insights gathered will be compiled into a report shared with state partners to help guide future decisions and responses.

If you work with people who may be eligible for SNAP — or if you participate in SNAP yourself — your voice matters. Join one of our listening sessions to share your experiences and ideas.

SNAP recipients who have been impacted by recent changes

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | 6pm - 7:30pm
Center on Cottage Grove - 6323 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60649
Click here to register | Download flyer

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 | 6pm - 7:30pm
Lawndale Christian Center - 3750 W. Ogden Ave. Chicago, IL 60623
Click here to register | Download flyer

Thursday, July 23, 2026 | 6pm - 7:30pm (SPANISH ONLY)
Healthy Hood Chicago - 2242 S. Damen Ave. Chicago IL 60609
Click here to register| Download flyer

Community partners working with SNAP
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 | 9:30am - 11am
Malcolm X College - 1900 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60612
Click here to register | Download flyer

Thursday, July 30, 2026 |9:30am - 11am
Blue Cap - Blue Island - 2155 Broadway St., Blue Island, IL 60406
Click here to register | Download flyer

Farmers and Farmers Markets
Monday, July 27, 2026 | 6pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Meeting - Click here to register | Download flyer

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For questions about these sessions, contact community@gcfd.org.