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Food Voucher Program
Provides food vouchers that people experiencing homelessness and food insecurity can redeem for food and necessities at local partner stores.

About
Chicago Shares


Founded in
1994
EIN
36-3957300
IRS 501(C) Type
501(c)()
Category/Type
Human Services
Address
730 N WABASH AVE CHICAGO, IL 60611-2514 United States
Website
http://chicagoshares.org
Phone
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About
Chicago Shares, founded in 1993, facilitates a food voucher program to help feed Chicagoans in need. Inspired by a program in Berkeley, CA, it allows individuals to purchase vouchers to give to those experiencing homelessness and food insecurity. These vouchers can then be redeemed for food and personal care items at local partner stores, providing a respectful way to help.
Mission
Chicago Shares facilitates a food voucher program to help feed Chicagoans in need, providing a safe, respectful, and easy alternative to help feed people experiencing homelessness and food insecurity.

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