Due to a federal government shutdown, federal funding for SNAP benefits is set to stop on November 1, 2025. In response, local organizations like Loaves & Fishes Community Services and West Suburban Community Pantry are preparing for increased demand from residents of Naperville and the surrounding areas. They expect families to seek help from their distribution centers, as SNAP benefits supplement the grocery budget of low-income households.
If your family is feeling the pinch with SNAP funding on hold, you’re not alone — and Naperville and surrounding areas are full of organizations ready to help. We’ve rounded up local resources where you can find free groceries, community meals, and kid-friendly food programs to make things a little easier.
Local Food Pantries and Food Banks
This organization offers food and support to residents of DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties.
Naperville Market…