Mildred Franks Community Development Corporation is a dedicated community resource center serving the heart of an underserved Chicago neighborhood. We operate a full-service food bank located in a federally designated food desert, where access to fresh, nutritious food is critically limited for far too many residents. We proudly serve over 1,500 families each month, offering not only food assistance but a range of vital social programs including an after-school program for youth, workforce development, senior citizen support, and community wellness services. The families we serve reflect the full diversity of our community — children and youth, families, seniors, veterans, and LGBTQ individuals — all deserving of dignity, care, and access to basic necessities. What Our Community Needs Most:
We warmly welcome donations of healthy, fresh produce and nutritious foods. We also gratefully accept kosher, halal, and vegetarian food items to honor the dietary needs of all the families we serve.
In addition to food, toiletries and personal care products are always in high demand and deeply appreciated. Your support goes far beyond a meal — it restores hope, builds stability, and strengthens an entire community. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a real and lasting difference in the lives of those who depend on us.
This listing was last updated Mar 9, 2026
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Yes we can accept food at non-scheduled times if the gardener asks for it... No the gardeners do not need to donate to a different location on different days of the week...
Call before you come, or we can arrange for picking up the food from you.
ProducePedia
ProducePedia is a free resource that covers the types of fresh produce that can be delivered to food pantries. Each entry includes information on color, taste, and possible uses. People unfamiliar with the vegetable or fruit will learn how to use it, and those who are familiar with it still might learn a fun fact or two!
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