Food pantries in the Chicago area are racing to prepare for an expected increase in demand as changes to food stamps are set to have a major impact on May 1.
At the West Suburban Community Pantry in Woodridge, volunteers like Joan Ruth said they take pride in serving the needs of people facing food insecurity in DuPage and Will counties; especially now, with the mounting pressure of costs and changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly known as SNAP or food stamps.
“When I see what the prices are in the grocery store, and then I see the neighbors come and shop, I am so grateful that they have that opportunity to be able to feed their families,” Ruth said…