VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION PARTY IS BACK!

You spoke, we listened. You want one big volunteer party where everyone can mingle with one another. We're making it happen, folks.

This summer, our volunteer celebration will continue at our first all-volunteer party since 2019!

Come celebrate your hard work with your fellow volunteers at this festive party with food, drinks, and music! More details on date and venue to come.

Thank you so much for your commitment to Nourishing Hope. Truly, we could not do this work without you!

THE END HUNGER SOCIAL

Don’t miss our annual cocktail party and silent auction hosted by the Young Leaders Board. Please join us this year on May 9 at Joy District. Together we hope to raise $65,000 to support our community programs!

The End Hunger Social draws more than 250 professionals from all over Chicago, raising funds annually to provide food, social services and mental health counseling to any Chicagoan in need.

De’Angelo Chandler joined Nourishing Hope as a pantry expansion coordinator in February 2024. Prior to his time at Nourishing Hope, De’Angelo was a freelance creative that worked on various projects ranging from theater to film.

Some notable projects include Twister (2024), Discovery’s Street Outlaws, and Disney’s The Lion King. De’Angelo attended The University of Oklahoma as a Creative Media Production major and although he has a love for art, his passions lie in the nonprofit sector. In his spare time, De’Angelo enjoys gardening, graphic design and anything entertainment.

Please welcome De'Angelo!

This month we are featuring home delivery volunteer Katie M. as our volunteer spotlight!

• What made you decide to start volunteering at Nourishing Hope?

Although I've been donating to the pantry since 1998, I began volunteering just four years ago. It all started when my son needed volunteer hours for a church project. After only a few shifts, I was hooked! 

• What do you enjoy most about volunteering?

The feeling of making a difference toward solving the food insecurity problem in Chicago. I always leave Nourishing Hope with a smile and with a sense of accomplishment. The camaraderie among the volunteers and outstanding staff makes every home delivery shift a truly enjoyable experience and a great way to start your day.

It has been wonderful to see the pantry grow to meet the demands of the community! Witnessing the pantry expand from a small storefront on Broadway to four locations citywide is a testimony to its leadership and everyone involved in making Nourishing Hope a success.

• What do you do for work?

I recently retired. In my last position, I oversaw the PMO (Program Management Office) for a healthcare technology company.

Thank you for your commitment to Nourishing Hope, Katie!

• From a fellow volunteer: I want to recognize Maureen P. She travels from Michigan every Wednesday to volunteer. Maureen is great in every role, but a superstar with intake! I’m inspired by Maureen's dedication!
• Shout out to Alan A. for building double pallets multiple times this month! He came early and stayed late to help make sure we were set up!
• Shout out to Don S for his handy work with some carpentry pieces at Sheridan. As always, the pantry is inspection-ready but now it has some lovely customized pallets that look nice too!
• Shout out to Nikki S. for being an awesome heavy lifter at the Hub!
• Shoutout to Lena T. for her dedication to the Hub on Friday afternoons. Lena frequently stays past the end of her shift to help us out. She is a huge asset to Hub!
• Shout out to Jenna S. for stepping in as a last-minute Home Delivery Driver after a cancellation!

Nourishing Hope

1716 W. Hubbard St.

Chicago, IL 60622

(773) 525-1777

www.nourishinghopechi.org