Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, approximately 1.9 million Illinois residents, including many in Evanston, will experience delays or interruptions in their November 2025 SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits.

Several federal courts have ordered the Trump Administration to partially fund SNAP benefits for November. Families are encouraged to plan ahead, monitor updates from the Illinois Department of Human Services, and explore local food resources for additional support.

SNAP News Updates & Information

• Stay up to date on federal SNAP developments: snapfederalimpact.illinois.gov

• Illinois SNAP/LINK webpage

Local Food Assistance

Evanston Food Pantries & Meal Programs

• Evanston Corps Community Center/Salvation Army: 847-866-9770

• Hillside Free Methodist Church: 847-328-7182

• Evanston Vineyard Food Pantry: 847-328-4544

• Howard Area Community Center: 773-262-6622

• Humans At Help Foundation: 773-852-7866

• Ignation Mission Center: 773-739-9255

• Niles Township Food Pantry: 847-983-0073

• Connections for the Homeless: 847-475-7070

• Hemenway United Methodist Church Pantry: 847-869-0370

View an up-to-date list and additional details.  View a list of Soup Kitchens prepared by Interfaith Action of Evanston.

How You Can Help Your Neighbors

• Donate: Cash or non-perishable food items to local food banks.

• Volunteer: Many local pantries welcome volunteers to help distribute food.

• Share Resources: Spread awareness of available support within your community.

Additional Resources

• City of Evanston 311 Center: Call or text 847-448-4311 for local support.

• Illinois Department of Human Services

More Food Resources

• Find Food IL - An interactive map to find free food programs in every part of Illinois. No prior application is needed to get help. 

• Greater Chicago Food Depository

• Northern Illinois Food Bank

• Evanston Community Fridges

Utilities

• Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

• ComEd payment assistance programs

• Nicor Gas bill payment assistance programs

Financial

• Evanston Emergency Assistance Program

Housing

• HUD Tenants’ Rights (PDF). The National Housing Law Project (NHLP) provides guidance to those who receive housing assistance from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

• Entry Point Call Center. Suburban Cook County residents who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless can call 1-877-426-6515 to be referred to assistance resources