Schaumburg, IL – With Thanksgiving fast approaching, the Schaumburg Township Food Pantry is calling on the community to help ensure that no local family goes hungry this holiday season.
According to Schaumburg Township officials, the pantry is preparing for an increase in households seeking food assistance in the coming weeks. The pantry supports more than 1,300 households monthly and is seeking donations of both traditional holiday favorites—such as stuffing, instant potatoes, canned vegetables, and cranberry sauce—and essential everyday staples like nonperishable foods, household supplies, and personal care items.
Appointments for residents seeking assistance are available by calling 847-285-4503, while walk-ins can access nonperishable items immediately. The pantry operates Monday through Friday, with hours ranging from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. depending on the day.
A full list of needed items and donation guidelines is available online at schaumburgtownship.org/services/food-pantry. Township officials emphasized that any contribution—big or small—can make a difference for neighbors facing food insecurity this season.
“This Thanksgiving, we’re committed to ensuring every household has access to the food they need,” the township said in a statement.
Pantry Hours:
- Monday: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Tuesday: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Wednesday: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Thursday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Friday: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
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