The past few years have been financially difficult for many people. Loss of jobs, increased medical costs, change in families... the list is long and may be different for you. That is why we are here to help you. HAFP knows that it is sometimes difficult to ask for help. Our registration process is simple. Our job is to make you feel comfortable and provide quality food items.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
The Hinckley Area Food Pantry serves residents of the communities of Big Rock, Hinckley, Maple Park, Shabbona, and Waterman.
Food Distribution: Client Choice
HAFP operates as a client choice food pantry. We are set up like a grocery store, where you can come in and shop! This allows our clients the freedom to get what they need and can use. Our shelves are filled with items such as non-perishable canned goods (vegetables, soups, beans), rice, cereal, pasta, juice, spices, condiments, and household items, such as toilet paper and soap. We also offer breads, meats, and fresh produce. You will also receive vouchers for Hinckley Fresh Market to be used for food products to complete meals and provide better access to fresh fruits, vegetables, and dairy.
Shopping the pantry is by appointment only.
If you need an appointment, please contact us via cell phone (call/text 815-286-7275) or email (HAFP93@gmail.com).
How often may I visit?
Clients may visit our pantry twice a month.
First Time Visitors
On your first visit to the pantry, please bring a photo ID and two (2) forms of proof of residency like a utility bill, insurance card, or rent/mortgage statement. The pantry will ask to verify your family size, the birthdate of everyone in the household, and your contact information. Renewal is done annually.
We can process you more efficiently if you print out the registration form and bring it with you on your first visit. (We will have some available at the pantry if you are unable to print in advance.)
The Hinckley Area Food Pantry serves residents of the communities of Big Rock, Hinckley, Maple Park, Shabbona, and Waterman.
Food Distribution: Client Choice
HAFP operates as a client choice food pantry. We are set up like a grocery store, where you can come in and shop! This allows our clients the freedom to get what they need and can use. Our shelves are filled with items such as non-perishable canned goods (vegetables, soups, beans), rice, cereal, pasta, juice, spices, condiments, and household items, such as toilet paper and soap. We also offer breads, meats, and fresh produce. You will also receive vouchers for Hinckley Fresh Market to be used for food products to complete meals and provide better access to fresh fruits, vegetables, and dairy.
Shopping the pantry is by appointment only.
If you need an appointment, please contact us via cell phone (call/text 815-286-7275) or email (HAFP93@gmail.com).
How often may I visit?
Clients may visit our pantry twice a month.
First Time Visitors
On your first visit to the pantry, please bring a photo ID and two (2) forms of proof of residency like a utility bill, insurance card, or rent/mortgage statement. The pantry will ask to verify your family size, the birthdate of everyone in the household, and your contact information. Renewal is done annually.
We can process you more efficiently if you print out the registration form and bring it with you on your first visit. (We will have some available at the pantry if you are unable to print in advance.)
