Why Hunger

Meals & Nutrition · Illinois · Free

Connects people to nutritious food and supports community-led solutions to hunger. Relevant for adults 60+ who qualify for SNAP, WIC for grandparents raising grandkids, or the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. Most programs ask for a suggested donation but turn no one away based on inability to pay. Many older adults don't apply for SNAP because of stigma; the application is now online in most states and takes 15 minutes. Free service; donations support but never gate access.

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Address: Nationwide

Hours: Online

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