Food Assistance

The United Way of Pekin is dedicated to addressing food insecurity in our community, a challenge that touches the lives of many. This page serves as a comprehensive resource, spotlighting local food pantries and venues offering hot meals to those in need. Each location listed here is more than just a place to find food; they are havens of hope and community support, ensuring that no one in Pekin has to face hunger alone.

Our network includes a variety of food pantries, each with its unique schedule and resources, aimed at providing nutritious food to families and individuals. Additionally, we feature locations where hot meals are served, offering not just sustenance but also a warm, welcoming environment for all who come through their doors.

Food insecurity is a critical issue that impacts the health and well-being of our community. By connecting those in need with these vital services, we are taking steps towards a Pekin where hunger is not a barrier to health, happiness, and opportunity. We encourage you to explore these resources, spread the word, and consider how you might support these essential services. Together, we can ensure that every member of our community has access to the nourishment they need.

Food Pantries

8:30 – 11:00 am St. Vincent DePaul 303 S. 7th Street
9:30 – 11:30 am: Salvation Army, 245 Derby Street
9:00 – 10:30 am: Union Mission, 203 Court Street
1:00 – 4:00 pm: The Hope Cupboard, 1106 Derby Street
9:30 - 11:30 am: 1st Baptist Church, 700 S. Capitol Street
8:30 – 11:00 am: St. Vincent DePaul, 303 S. 7th Street
9:00 – 11:00 am: Pekin Township, 420 Elizabeth Street
9:00 - 10:30 am: Calvary Baptist, 921 Caroline Street
9:30 – 11:30 am: Salvation Army, 245 Derby Street
10:00 – 12:00 pm: Liberty Baptist Church, 2105 Sheridan Road
1:00 – 2:00 pm: 1st Church of God, 2520 Maywood Avenue
1:00 – 4:00 pm: The Hope Cupboard, 1106 Derby Street
9:00 - 10:30 am: Union Mission, 203 Court Street
8:30 – 11:00 am: St. Vincent DePaul, 303 S. 7th Street
9:00 – 10:30 am: Union Mission, 203 Court Street
11:00 - 12:00 pm: Grace United Methodist Church, 601 N. 4th Street
9:00 am: Bridgeway Food Pantry, 106 Grant Road, Marquette Heights
11:00 am: The Blessing Room , 252 Derby St.
Christian Civic Outreach 515 S. 3rd Street, Regular Business Hours

Free Hot Meals

4:00pm - 5:30 pm: The King's Café 715 N. 11th St. Doors open at 3 pm.
11:00 am: Zion Baptist Church, 1322 S. 5th St. Fish Fry, call 309-347-3274
4:00pm - 5:30pm: The King's Café, 715 N. 11th St. Doors open at 3 pm
11:00am – 12:30pm: Normandale Reformed Church, 2001 2nd Street
11:00am – 12:30pm: St. Paul's United Church of Christ , 101 N. 8th Street 309-347-5196
11:00am – 12:30pm: Grace United Methodist Church , 601 North Fourth Street 309-347-7131