Appreciating Our Volunteers
April 20, 2020
Like no other time in HCS Family Services’ 83-year history, this past month has reminded us just how valuable our volunteers are. And while we won’t be able to tell you in person how much your selfless donations of time and talent mean to us, we want to take this opportunity during Volunteer Appreciation Month to send a hearty thank you to each and every one of you.
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Need, Gratitude and Hope during the COVID-19 Pandemic
April 8, 2020
Last week, long lines of cars extended several blocks as neighbors in need arrived to receive free milk, eggs, produce, meat, bread and non-perishable foods at one of our drive-through distributions in Hinsdale and Willowbrook.
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We Need Your Help Feeding Our Hungry Neighbors During the Coronavirus Outbreak
March 26, 2020
Over the last few days, many of our supporters have reached out to ask how they can help us feed our hungry neighbors during these very uncertain times. I wanted to update you on our response to and needs because of Covid-19 (Novel Coronavirus)
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Food Distribution to Resume Friday, March 28, 2020
March 25, 2020
At HCS Family Services, our top priority is feeding hungry people. Unfortunately, this week, we were unable to distribute groceries to our neighbors in need after two of our staff members reported not feeling well late last week. Out of an abundance of caution, we canceled our Monday, March 23 and our Wednesday, March 25
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Eagle Project Continues Teen’s Fight Against Local Hunger
January 9, 2020
Otten said he knew almost immediately that his project would benefit the HCS Family Services food pantry and the people it serves.
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Nonprofits Reach Out to Close Decade
January 2, 2020
Village-based service organizations find new ways to serve the broader community in 2019
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Local Boy Scout Builds New Food Donation Bins for HCS Family Services
December 16, 2019
Thanks to the Chicago Tribune for spotlighting the good work of Jack Otten's Eagle Scout Project. Jack has supported the work of HCS Family Services in many ways - as a Boy Scout, a food pantry volunteer and a member of our Junior Board.
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Food Pantry Provides Nutrition, Hope for Local Family
December 14, 2019
Nearly three years ago, Diana and Israel’s son Andrew, now 9, came home excited about a new development at school. HCS Family Services had opened a food pantry in his elementary school.
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Help Us Put Food on the Table of a Hungry Neighbor
November 26, 2019
In this season of giving, HCS Family Services invites you to help us put food on the table of a hungry neighbor.
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HCS Feeds 200 Families on Thanksgiving
November 25, 2019
This Hinsdalean article spotlights our Thanksgiving Meal Distribution, where HCS Family Services fed 200 families who could not afford a special holiday dinner.
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Thanksgiving Meal Box
November 13, 2019
Make a difference during this holiday season! Your donation toward our Thanksgiving Meal boxes will brighten the holiday for a family of eight.
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Sunday ‘Funday’ to Benefit Local Families in Need
October 31, 2019
This Hinsdalean article spotlights one of our largest fundraising events of the year "Blue, Brews and Barbeque" which happens Sunday, November 3, 2019.
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