Local Resources
Scroll down for local resources and information to help yourself or a neighbor in crisis.
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These resources are specific to the southwest side of Chicago.
Immediate Needs
Find Food Today or Tomorrow
Greater Chicago Food Depository's Find a Pantry tool allows you to find a distribution today or tomorrow, and the search can expand to include diapers.
24/7 Fridges and Dropboxes
Community fridges and pop up boxes are a good resource, although they are emptied more often than they are filled. A map of our locations are here. Also, Stuffed Love gives away groceries on Mondays and Fridays at 6pm at 5525 S Pulaski.
Mental Health Resources
Call the NAMI Helpline at 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
M-F, 10 am – 10 pm, ET
Or in a crisis, text “NAMI” to 741741 for 24/7, confidential,
free crisis counseling