by dave r. from springfield, IL
(2008-07-02 11:23:06.0)
It was a great place to send a large group of teenagers. The staff was very friendly and helpful, everyone seemed to enjoy the time spent there. Dave
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Central Illinois Foodbank Central Illinois Foodbank
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Mission Statement
The Central Illinois Foodbank's mission is to collect donated food and grocery items from growers, manufacturers, processors, wholesalers and retailers for distribution to charitable agencies serving the needy, ill or children. The Foodbank also organizes food drives and other events to raise food for those in need, and works with private and public organizations to develop solutions to end hunger.
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Central Illinois Foodbank, established in 1982 by a coalition of churches, distributes over 8.5 million pounds of food annually to over 150 food pantries, soup kitchens, residential programs and after-school programs in a 21 county region. Central Illinois Foodbank is a member of Feeding America, the nation's largest domestic hunger relief organization, and is a United Way certified agency.
Central Illinois Foodbank currently operates a 56,000 square foot distribution facility located in Springfield, Illinois. Central Illinois Foodbank is also proud to operate the Kids Cafe program with Springfield Urban League. Kids Cafe is a nation-wide program through Feeding America that feeds children a hot, nutritious meal in a safe environment.
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Would you recommend Central Illinois Foodbank?
by dave r. from springfield, IL
(2008-07-02 11:23:06.0)