September is Hunger Action Month!

Marie Wilkinson
Food pantry

West Pantry construction update!

Temporary location: 922 N. Lake St., near Palace St. & Florida Ave.
Drive-Thru Services
Wed 11am-2pm
& Fri 12:30-4pm

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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!

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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
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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

Spoon & Fork

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!

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Marie’s Urban Farm & Community Gardens are located on Highland Avenue, right across the street from Marie’s West pantry and main office.

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There’s nothing like the taste of a homegrown tomato! Interested in having your own garden plot?

Volunteer at Marie Wilkinson Pantry & Gardens

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What days are you available?
Most shifts are between 8:30am - 3pm
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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.