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Food Banks in Illinois

Find 5,079 food banks, food pantries, and SNAP retailers across 102 counties in Illinois. Our free directory includes addresses, phone numbers, and maps to help you locate food assistance near you.

5,079 Total Locations
102 Counties
101 Food Banks
$975 Max SNAP (HH of 4)

Counties in Illinois

Adams County30 Alexander County4 Bond County7 Boone County13 Brown County3 Bureau County16 Calhoun County2 Carroll County12 Cass County9 Champaign County88 Christian County21 Clark County8 Clay County7 Clinton County22 Coles County29 Cook County1,974 Crawford County9 Cumberland County4 De Kalb County34 De Witt County9 Douglas County14 Du Page County290 Edgar County8 Edwards County5 Effingham County20 Fayette County10 Ford County6 Franklin County25 Fulton County18 Gallatin County1 Greene County6 Grundy County15 Hamilton County5 Hancock County13 Hardin County2 Henderson County4 Henry County26 Iroquois County17 Jackson County32 Jasper County3 Jefferson County18 Jersey County9 Jo Daviess County10 Johnson County4 Kane County149 Kankakee County55 Kendall County40 Knox County23 La Salle County62 Lake County235 Lawrence County7 Lee County15 Livingston County21 Logan County12 Macon County57 Macoupin County27 Madison County125 Marion County21 Marshall County9 Mason County8 Massac County7 Mcdonough County15 Mchenry County96 Mclean County66 Menard County4 Mercer County7 Monroe County13 Montgomery County17 Morgan County23 Moultrie County5 Ogle County20 Peoria County83 Perry County9 Piatt County6 Pike County8 Pope County2 Pulaski County4 Putnam County3 Randolph County17 Richland County11 Rock Island County80 Saline County17 Sangamon County103 Schuyler County4 Scott County1 Shelby County13 St Clair County109 Stark County2 Stephenson County22 Tazewell County56 Union County13 Vermilion County45 Wabash County7 Warren County13 Washington County7 Wayne County11 White County10 Whiteside County28 Will County212 Williamson County30 Winnebago County136 Woodford County16

SNAP Eligibility in Illinois (FY2026)

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income individuals and families buy food. Below are the FY2026 income limits and maximum monthly benefits.

Household Size Max Gross Monthly Income (130% FPL) Max Monthly SNAP Allotment
1$1,644$292
2$2,230$536
3$2,816$768
4$3,401$975
5$3,987$1,158
6$4,573$1,390
7$5,159$1,536
8$5,745$1,756
Each additional+$586+$220

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Frequently Asked Questions

Use FoodBankLocator.org to search by ZIP code or browse through 102 counties in Illinois. Each county page shows food banks, food pantries, and SNAP retailers with addresses and directions.

For FY2026, a household of 4 in Illinois can earn up to $3,401/month (gross) and receive up to $975/month in SNAP benefits. Income limits vary by household size.

Contact your local Illinois Department of Social Services or visit your county SNAP office. You can also apply online through your state's benefits portal. Bring proof of income, identity, and residency.

Yes. If you need food immediately, call 211 for local emergency food assistance, or visit FeedingAmerica.org. Many food banks and pantries listed on this site offer same-day emergency food boxes.