Bradley, IL – Families in Bradley and surrounding Kankakee County communities can access free groceries Friday morning as a mobile food pantry returns to St. Joseph Parish, offering drive-thru distribution on a first-come, first-served basis.
According to Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet, the Mobile Food Pantry will be held Friday, January 16, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., or until all food has been distributed. The event will take place at St. Joseph Parish, 211 N. Center Avenue in Bradley.
Organizers say the pantry will provide a variety of healthy food items, including meat, fresh produce, and nonperishable goods, at no cost to participants. No identification is required, and the event is open to anyone in need, regardless of residency.
The distribution will operate as a drive-thru, allowing volunteers to load food directly into vehicles as part of a contact-free process. Attendees are asked to clear space in their trunk or backseat ahead of arrival to help keep traffic moving efficiently.
Because supplies are limited and demand is often high, organizers strongly encourage participants to arrive early. Once food runs out, distribution will end even if the scheduled time window has not concluded.
The Mobile Food Pantry is part of an ongoing effort by Catholic Charities to address food insecurity across northern Illinois, particularly during winter months when household expenses often increase.
Residents in Bradley, Kankakee County, and nearby communities who may be struggling to make ends meet are encouraged to attend or share the information with neighbors who could benefit.
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