Get Food
Guests may visit 1 location per week.
- Wednesday 11am - 2pm (West Pantry)
- Friday 12:30 - 4pm (West Pantry)
- Saturday 8 - 11am (East High)
- Saturday 10am - 12pm (Fourth St.)
Produce, dairy, meats, dry goods and more!
Volunteer
There are many ways to help!
- Sort donations & share food
- Teach a healthy cooking demo
- Host a food drive or mobile pantry
- Food Rescue pickups at grocers
- Student Food Days at East High
- Senior home deliveries
Donate
Every contribution saves lives! Support hunger relief in our community today.
- Be a GEM - Give Every Month!
- Help our most vulnerable households
- Ensure children have nutritious food
- Support homebound Senior care
- Give back to our veterans
Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry Schedule & Locations
Marie's pantry shares groceries to supplement your household's nutrition, relieving the pressure of difficult times. Guests may visit one location per week.
Wed. 11:00 - 2 pm West Pantry
922 North Lake St. Aurora IL (Drive-thru service)
Near intersection of Palace St. & Florida Ave. Temporary location for Summer/Fall 2024.
Fri. 12:30 - 4 pm West Pantry
922 North Lake St. Aurora IL (Drive-thru service)
Near intersection of Palace St. & Florida Ave. Temporary location for Summer/Fall 2024.
Sat. 8 - 11 am East Pantry
Drive-through service, 801 Zeigler Ave. (behind East Aurora High School)
Sat. 10 - 12 am
Walk-in service, 551 Fourth St. (Church - Iglesia Carismatica Jesucristo es la Verdad)
Everyone needs a well-balanced diet. Nourishing food sustains our bodies, helping us meet life's challenges with dignity. Friendly staff and volunteers are here to help!
Marie’s Urban Farm & Community Gardens are located on Highland Avenue, right across the street from Marie’s West pantry and main office.
There’s nothing like the taste of a homegrown tomato! Interested in having your own garden plot?
Volunteer at Marie Wilkinson Pantry & Gardens
Relieve Hunger,
Nourish Lives
Our mission is to continue the legacy of Marie Wilkinson, dedicated to meeting the hunger needs of individuals and their families. Empowering people to be self-sustainable through collaborations and partnerships in Aurora and the surrounding community.