Get Food
Nourishing food is available once per week for local households in need.
- Wednesday walk-in (West Pantry)
- Friday drive-through (West Pantry)
- Saturday drive-through (East Pantry)
Produce, dairy, meats, dry & baked goods.
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
Food Pantry Schedule & Locations
Our pantry shares groceries to supplement your household's nutrition, relieving the pressure of difficult times. Guests may visit one location, once a week.
Wed. 11:30 - 2 pm West Pantry
Come inside to shop, 834 N. Highland Ave. Aurora IL
Fri. 12:30 - 4 pm West Pantry
Drive-through service, 834 N. Highland Ave. Aurora IL
Sat. 8 - 11 am East Pantry
Drive-through service, 801 Zeigler Ave. (behind East Aurora High School)
Everyone needs a well-balanced diet. Nourishing food sustains our bodies, helping us meet life's challenges with dignity. You are a welcome part of our community! 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.