Financials
Holding a four-star rating on Charity Navigator, the Greater Chicago Food Depository uses donations efficiently to address hunger and its root causes. See a snapshot of our fiscal year 2019-2020 financials below.
Holding a four-star rating on Charity Navigator, the Greater Chicago Food Depository uses donations efficiently to address hunger and its root causes. See a snapshot of our fiscal year 2019-2020 financials below.
Complete 2019-2020 Financial Book (PDF)
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2019 – 2020 OVERVIEW
The Greater Chicago Food Depository is a not- for-profit, tax-exempt (Section 501(c)(3)) food bank serving Chicago and Cook County. As Cook County’s leading hunger-relief organization, the Food Depository is part of a united community effort working to bring food, dignity and hope to our neighbors.
The Food Depository is a charter member of Feeding America, a national network of food banks and food-rescue organizations. The Food Depository solicits, obtains, and distributes donated and purchased foods to member agencies including soup kitchens, pantries and shelters and to other feeding organizations. These agencies provide food to those at risk of hunger. The Food Depository’s fiscal year ends June 30.
Where Our Funding Comes From
2019 / 2020 Funding
Individual Donors: 57%
Corporations and Foundations: 25%
Government Grants and Fees: 12%
Agencies: 2%
Special Events: 4%
How Funds are Used
Includes food donations and select gifts in-kind
Where Our Food Comes From
%
Donated
%
Purchased
%
Government
Total Distribution by Food Source
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Shelf-stable/ core items
