Chicago , IL … The Greater Chicago Food Depository welcomed State Representative Michael McAuliffe (R-Chicago) for a tour of their operation facility marking their 30th anniversary of existence.
McAuliffe saw first hand the need and mission for the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
McAuliffe and Alicia Huguelet, the director of public policy from the GCFD, discussed the growing number of individuals and families who rely on the meals and food supply especially during these tough economic times.
“I was very pleased to see the great work the Greater Chicago Food Depository provides not only to my community but also to the greater Chicago area. These tough economic times make families, children and senior citizens grow more dependent on the services that this organization provides to food pantries as well as senior programs,” McAuliffe said.
The GCFD not only helps people in Chicago , but also surrounding communities in Cook County . There are at least three non-for-profit groups on the northwest side of Chicago who heavily rely on the food donations provided by GCFD: New Hope United Methodist Church ( 7115 W. Hood Ave. , Chicago ), Windy City Community Church ( 6131 N. Newark Ave. , Chicago ), and Norwood Crossing ( 6016-20 N. Nina Ave. , Chicago ).
Ms. Huguelet also thanked Rep. McAuliffe for his support for an income tax check off which enables individuals to donate a portion of their tax refund from the State of Illinois .
For more information contact Rep. McAuliffe at 773-792-0749 or at mmcauliffe20@yahoo.com, the Greater Chicago Food Depository’s website at www.chicagosfoodbank.org.
