Central Illinois Foodbank is a regional distribution point for donated food. The Foodbank does not distribute food directly to the public from our warehouse. Food is distributed through our 160 partner agencies across 21 counties in central and southern Illinois. To find an agency near you, please use the Food Locator.

How can I find food?

• Use our Food Locator, instructions listed below.
• TEXT the word FINDFOOD to (855) 536-6320 to find a pantry or soup kitchen in your area.*

How to use the Food Locator

• Type the name of the county in the "Search for a county" box on the left-hand side of the screen
• Click "Search"
• Scroll down the page and you will find a list of agencies (including contact information and hours of operations)

Additional Food Assistance Resources

If you are in need of additional assistance, please visit the links below

• SNAP (formerly the Food Stamps Program), Illinois Department of Human Services
• Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Program, Illinois Department of Human Services
• Rise & Shine Illinois Summer Meals

* Standard carrier message and data rates may apply, based on your cell phone carrier. If you would no longer like to receive messaging, please text the word STOP to (855)536-6320 and you will be unsubscribed immediately. For help with the system, please text the word HELP to (855)536-6320. You may receive up to FOUR messages per month based on need of emergency messaging. Privacy Policy