Stories of Impact | Nourishing Hope

In Englewood, new partnership helps families experiencing homelessness

by Greg Trotter | Mar 4, 2022 | Blog, Stories of Impact

The new partnership between Primo Center and Nourishing Hope, which began in September, is part of the Pantry’s growing online market program. It’s one example of how the Pantry is trying to serve more people in need who might not be able to — or who might not want to — access a traditional food pantry.

“We’re trying to meet people where they’re at, with as much choice and dignity as possible,” said Jennie Hull, the Pantry’s chief program officer.

Q&A: Chief ‘problem solver’ reflects upon retirement

by Greg Trotter | Jan 13, 2022 | Blog, Staff, Stories of Impact

Throughout the pandemic, Nourishing Hope has been fortunate to have Bill Thomas making many tough decisions on the fly. This Friday, Thomas, 65, is retiring after an impressive career spanning more than four decades in the food industry and nonprofit sector, including a 10-year run at Feeding America.

In the Q&A interview, Thomas reflects on his career, a changing food industry and his time at Nourishing Hope during the pandemic.

In Humboldt Park, Fresh Market meets a ‘surge’ of need

by Greg Trotter | Dec 7, 2021 | Blog, Stories of Impact

This holiday season, La Casa Norte’s Fresh Market — a partnership with Nourishing Hope — is serving a growing number of people on Chicago’s West Side.

‘If I give up, it’s over’: Stories of resilience from Nourishing Hope

by Greg Trotter | Nov 23, 2021 | Blog, Stories of Impact

Though the economy has improved and the pandemic’s impact has slowed, many people are still trying to find their footing in the ongoing crisis. Visits to Nourishing Hope’s food distributions are still up more than 60 percent as compared to pre-pandemic times.

Each person carries a unique story of hardship, grit and perseverance.

‘The first thing you do is help those who can’t help themselves’

by Cat Sullivan | Nov 5, 2021 | Blog, Stories of Impact

When COVID-19 hit, Nicole Alicea was a senior in high school. She’s of the generation that lost out on major moments: football games, senior prom and graduation. Now 19, Alicea believes the pandemic has deeply affected her trajectory. Learn more about Nourishing Hope’s impact on our blog.

Celebrating Family for Black History Month

by Kandis Howard | Feb 29, 2020 | Blog, Staff, Stories of Impact

While writing this post, I thought about all the families that come through our doors in need of our services; in doing so, I thought about my own family and my family history. What I admire about black history is the importance of family.