Kankakee, IL – Food pantries nationwide continue to see an increase for the need, especially during this time. Mayor Wells-Armstrong is partnering with local grocery stores, Jewel-Osco and Berkot’s Super Foods in Kankakee, to host a food drive for Kankakee County Community Services, Inc (KCCSI).

“Hunger does not take a vacation, especially during a pandemic. We will continue to help those in the community. More specifically, we are seeing a shortage on meat and it’s throughout the country. If you purchase meat, you can drop it off at our KCCSI location at 657 East Court Street in Kankakee from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please call 815-933-7883 ext.212 for arrangements for drop-off. We would also like to thank Mayor Wells-Armstrong and our local grocery stores for their efforts and support,” said Executive Director, Vincent Clark.

Currently, KCCSI is distributing pre-packaged food boxes that are prepared by staff which include can goods, dairy products and a selection of available meat. Fruits and vegetables are also highly encouraged and can be dropped off at KCCSI.

Non-perishable food items for the food drive will be collected beginning Friday, May 15, 2020 through Friday, June 5, 2020 at three locations:

Jewel-Osco – 446 S. Washington Avenue, Kankakee

Berkot’s Super Foods – 1557 W. Court Street, Kankakee

Donald E. Green Public Safety Building – 385 E. Oak Street, Kankakee

Collection bins will be placed in the entry way of each building.

“I would like to thank Jewel-Osco and Berkot’s Super Foods for partnering with the City of Kankakee during this critical time. I am encouraging everyone that is in a position to support this effort to do so. Every item helps and thinking about those in need while grocery shopping will be greatly appreciated,” said Mayor Wells-Armstrong.

Kankakee County Community Services, Inc (KCCSI) is looking to hire additional help for their food pantry, specifically high school or college students interested in a part-time position that pays $10 an hour. Those who are interested are encouraged to send a resume to aharper@kccsi-cap.org or by mail to 657 East Court Street, Kankakee, IL 60901.

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The City of Kankakee is dedicated to protecting, building and nurturing the community while enhancing lives. We are a historic, vibrant, and active riverfront community. We continue to transform into an extraordinary place to dream, grow, and thrive. Embracing our diversity, we strive to be progressive, inclusive, and innovative. For more information on the City of Kankakee, please visit the website at www.citykankakee-il.gov.

 

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