New Trier Township Food Pantry Begins SNAP Supplement Bag Distributions

WINNETKA, IL — The New Trier Township Food Pantry will begin distributing supplemental food bags to clients impacted by the recent suspension of federal SNAP benefits.

Beginning Thursday, pantry clients who usually receive SNAP benefits can pick up extra grocery bags on their off weeks full of meat, baked goods, dairy, fresh produce, pantry staples, hygiene items and cleaning products.

The service will be offered until SNAP benefits are restored.

Donations from individual residents, local governments, businesses and civic organizations help made this additional support possible, according to pantry staff.

“We are grateful to live in a community that continually shows up to support one another,” said Supervisor Gail Schnitzer Eisenberg. “These supplemental bags will help bridge the gap for residents who usually rely on the federal SNAP benefits to keep their plates full, but Townships cannot make up for the full loss of federal aid.”

The New Trier Township Food Pantry currently serves 275 families. According to the Illinois Department of Human Services, approximately 1,000 township residents rely on SNAP benefits.

Community members who would like to apply for the Food Pantry or learn more about eligibility requirements are encouraged to visit the Township website. Prospective new clients can contact Jeanne Rosser, Director of General Assistance, for an appointment at jwinstedrosser@newtriertownship.com or 847-446-8201.

Regular pantry hours are 10AM-4PM (Monday-Friday), 10AM-7PM (First Wednesday of the Month) and 10AM-6PM (Third Wednesday of the Month) at the Township office located at 739 Elm Street, Winnetka.