Chicago food pantries struggle to meet demand with rising inflation, fewer volunteers
“We are spending twice as much on food as we were two years ago,” said Man-Yee Lee with Greater Chicago Food Depository.
By Brenda Ruiz
Chicago food pantries struggle to meet demand with rising inflation, fewer volunteers
“We are spending twice as much on food as we were two years ago,” said Man-Yee Lee with Greater Chicago Food Depository.
By Brenda RuizFood pantries across the country are seeing a higher demand for their services as they navigate higher costs for food, gas and other services. Some groups are also running into a shortage of volunteers.
Reset hears from several organizations in the Chicago area about their struggles and needs.
GUESTS: Alici McNeal, vice president of community day services at Ada S. McKinley Community Services
Greg Trotter, spokesperson for Nourishing Hope
Man-Yee Lee, director of communication at Greater Chicago Food Depository