Land of Lincoln Leaders: Volunteer with Northern Illinois Food Bank

Illinois has always been a state defined by resilience, unity, and a strong sense of community. In the Land of Lincoln, true leadership means stepping up when neighbors are in need—and that’s exactly what volunteers do every day at the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Hunger affects one in twelve people across the region, including children, seniors, and working families. Your time and effort can make a direct and lasting difference.

Hands-On, Heartfelt Work
Volunteering at Northern Illinois Food Bank is both rewarding and impactful. Every task you take on plays a role in ensuring nutritious meals reach households who need them most.

• Sort and Repack Donations: Help organize fresh produce, canned goods, and pantry staples. Volunteers inspect items, repack bulk products into family-sized portions, and prepare boxes for distribution across the food bank’s 13-county service area.

• Support Mobile Pantries and Events: Lend a hand at food distributions or community events where you’ll see the impact of your efforts firsthand.

• Group Volunteering: Gather your school group, coworkers, or faith community for a team experience that can feed thousands of neighbors in just a few hours.

Why Volunteers Matter
The Northern Illinois Food Bank provides the equivalent of nearly 250,000 meals every day—but this would not be possible without the dedication of volunteers. Whether you give two hours or ten, your time keeps shelves stocked, pantries supported, and families nourished.

Join the Movement to End Hunger
Hunger is a problem we can solve together, and you can be part of the solution. With volunteer opportunities available on weekdays, evenings, and weekends, there’s a way for everyone to get involved.

Sign up at solvehungertoday.org and take your place among the leaders who are making a difference in the Land of Lincoln. Be part of something bigger. Be the reason someone eats today.