For every $1 donated, Northern Illinois Food Bank is able to provide $8 worth of groceries to help a neighbor thrive. Every donation makes a real difference in the lives of our neighbors.

Below are various ways you can contribute to the Food Bank and help us feed more hungry neighbors. 

Serving Hope Monthly Giving Club

Please consider becoming a member of our monthly giving club, Serving Hope.  Knowing we can count on your gifts allows the food bank to plan ahead ensuring our hungry neighbors can depend on us whenever they need food.


Monthly Donors

Need to make changes to your donor information? Has your credit card information changed? Log in to the Donor Portal to update your donor information.

Need help with your account? To update your credit card or to cancel your monthly gift, please call us at (630) 443-6910 ext. 215 or email [email protected]

Thank you for being a monthly donor. This work would not get done without you.

Want to become a monthly donor? Your monthly gift will provide nourishment to your neighbors throughout the Northern Illinois area. Give monthly now!


Corporate and Community Partners

Northern Illinois Food Bank relies on the support of corporations, foundations and community organizations, in addition to individuals, to support our goals of solving hunger in our community. From grant donations and event sponsorship to matching gifts and third-party fundraisers, there are many ways to get involved. Our staff can help you tailor your donation to best meet your organization’s goals.


Other Corporate and Employee Giving

  • Grant Opportunities – Many of our vital feeding programs – including our BackPack, Senior Box and Mobile Pantry Programs – are completely funded by private donations and grants from local companies and community organizations.
  • Matching Gifts – If your company has a matching gift program please be sure to inform your employees of the process and requirements for requesting a company match. Companies can match financial donations or volunteer hours from their employees.
  • Employee Giving – Another convenient way for your employees and company to support the Food Bank is through payroll deductions.


Circle of Hope

Circle of Hope is a group of dedicated individuals, corporations, foundations, and community
organizations committed to providing the financial leadership needed to help provide the
food and resources our neighbors need to thrive. Membership runs from July 1 to June 30
and is renewable annually.

To view the full list of Circle of Hope donors for Fiscal Year 2023, please visit our Annual Report.