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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on August 24, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Illinois, we recommend that you visit the state's Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response portal.
Food-Related Relief Programs
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Free Student Lunches
In light of the school closings ordered to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Chicago Public Schools are providing free meals to children. Families can pick up food boxes with three days of breakfast and lunch for any child, between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 … » more information -
Senior Meals
In light of COVID-19, vulnerable, homebound seniors aged 60 and over may be eligible to receive home-delivered meals. This is part of a program that was already in place, but increased delivery may be available in light of COVID-19. » more information -
Feeding America
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Feeding America network of food banks has added mobile pantry stops and is implementing drive-through food pickup and delivery options. Feeding America has also established the COVID-19 Response Fund to help … » more information -
Mon Ami
Mon Ami is a non-profit organization that matches seniors with local volunteers who visit them weekly. In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Mon Ami is offering seniors nationwide social visits by phone or video. Additionally, Mon Ami is providing … » more information -
Restaurant Workers Relief Program
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Lee Initiative has established the Restaurant Workers Relief Program, through which it is operating grab-and-go food sites in cities throughout the United States for restaurant employees that were either … » more information -
Addison Township Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Addison Township Food Pantry is operating a drive-thru pantry. Staff will place bags of groceries in vehicles. Individuals can receive food twice a month and as needed on an emergency basis. » more information -
Beyond Hunger’s Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Beyond Hunger is distributing food at its Oak Park River Forest Pantry to individuals living in 13 zip codes across Cook County, including portions of Chicago and its near-west Suburbs. » more information -
HCS Family Services – Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, HCS Family Services (HCS) is running drive-thru food pantries in Hinsdale and Willowbrook. HCS is providing pre-packaged bags of groceries in front of its building at its Hinsdale location, and in front of the school at … » more information -
Loaves & Fishes Community Services
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Loaves & Fishes Community Services is continuing to provide groceries to those in need through a drive-thru model. Loaves & Fishes is also providing emergency financial assistance for basic needs such as rent and … » more information -
People’s Resource Center
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the People’s Resource Center is providing emergency food and financial assistance for special hardships or unexpected needs, including transportation, utilities, and medical expenses. Pre-packaged food is delivered to … » more information -
St. Paul & the Redeemer Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the St. Paul & the Redeemer (SPR) Food Pantry is continuing to operate during the stay-at-home order. Volunteers will distribute pre-packaged food to individuals. » more information -
The ARK
During the COVID-19 outbreak, The ARK is continuing to offer monthly food packages to Jewish individuals in Chicagoland who are in need. Additionally, The ARK is providing financial assistance, medical services, and employment services upon request. » more information -
The Hyde Park Kenwood Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Hyde Park Kenwood Food Pantry is providing pre-packaged, non-perishable groceries, fresh produce, eggs, and frozen meat. » more information -
University of Chicago’s South Side Food Security Program
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the University of Chicago is helping to address the urgent food security needs on the South Side by providing 225,000 meals over the course of a ten-week period. The University is using on-campus dining facilities to … » more information -
West Suburban Community Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the West Suburban Community Pantry is operating on modified hours to provide eligible residents of DuPage County, Bolingbrook, and Romeoville with pantry staples twice a month. » more information -
Winnebago Community Market
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Winnebago Community Market (WCM) is operating a drive-thru food pantry in Rockford, Illinois. Each household may receive a 25-pound box of shelf stable items and perishables, including meat, milk, eggs, produce … » more information -
Greater Chicago Food Depository
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Greater Chicago Food Depository is continuing to operate its interactive map of community kitchens and food pantries to help individuals identify and locate local food programs. » more information -
Mutual Aid COVID-19 Crisis Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Brave Space Alliance is operating a crisis food pantry, delivering food to the homes of Chicago residents who are racial or ethnic minorities and queer or trans. » more information
Health-Related Relief Programs
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Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority
This section of the CARES Act addresses proper procedures to be used by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority in implementing countermeasure research, development and procurement with respect to biodefense and infectious … » more information -
CARES Act Provisions for Seniors and Healthy Start
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) includes provisions addressing senior assistance programs and Healthy Start. » more information -
CARES Act: Coverage of Testing and Preventative Services
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) mandates that private health insurers cover certain testing and preventative services for COVID-19 without prior authorization and at no cost. » more information -
CARES Act: Support for Healthcare Providers
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) appropriates funds to detect, prevent, diagnose, and treat coronavirus, and provides additional funding for telehealth: … » more information -
Defense Health Program
This program appropriates $82 million in additional funding to the Department of Defense to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic tests and related services for beneficiaries of military TRICARE health plans, as described in Division F, Section … » more information -
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Health Provisions
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides no-cost COVID-19 testing for participants in private health insurance plans and beneficiaries of federal health insurance programs, and expanded Medicaid benefits. » more information -
Indian Health Services
This program provides funding to the Indian Health Service to cover the cost of COVID-19 testing. Specifically, the program appropriates $64 million in new funding to the Indian Health Service to be used to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic … » more information
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