Free Food Pop Up

05/12/2026

Food Distribution 730-830 Wednesday at CTFPD. Make sure to come to this one to get a raffle ticket for a cool prize at the end of the month. Only people who come to Crete get raffle tickets. Be Nice. $5 donation requested

05/06/2026

Food distribution 730-830am Thursday in Kmart parking lot. $5 donation requested. Be Kind. Get there early as the weather is getting nicer more people will be in line and it goes fast!

05/04/2026

Food distribution 830-930am Tuesday in Park Forest. Please be nice. $5 donation requested.

05/02/2026

Since the new requirements tied to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are now in place, it’s important for people to understand what that actually means in real life. If you’re receiving benefits and are required to complete at least 30 hours a month of work or volunteer service, that’s not optional—it’s something that directly affects whether you keep your assistance.
That’s where Free Food Pop Up, licensed 501c3, steps in to help bridge that gap.
We are offering real, hands-on community service opportunities at our distribution sites so you can meet those required hours while also giving back. This isn’t busy work—it’s meaningful. You’ll be helping sort food, assist families, organize distributions and be part of something that directly impacts people in your own community.
But there are expectations, because this is meant to reflect real responsibility:
**You need to show up at least 30 minutes before the event starts. That’s part of being reliable and ready to work.
If you can’t make it early, then you need to rethink using that day for hours. This isn’t something you can casually drop into late.
**You are responsible for tracking your own hours. Bring a sheet, keep it updated, and I will sign off every day you volunteer—no exceptions.
This is about accountability. The opportunity is here, but it’s on you to take it seriously and follow through.
If you have questions or need clarification, text me directly at 708-214-8582. Keep it simple, stay consistent, and get your hours in. There will be a new Electronic Recycling date added each month.

04/29/2026

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04/29/2026

Looks like we will be doing food distribution in Steger after off between 730 and 8:30 AM. Get there by 8:15 at the latest. We get done fast. $5 donation requested. Be nice.

04/28/2026

Food distribution 730-830 am Wednesday at CTFPD. Might not be doing Thursday so come to this one! Get raffle ticket for a prize at the end of the month! $5 donation requested. Open to all. NO ID required.

04/27/2026

Food Distribution 830-930am Tuesday in Park Forest. $5 donation requested. Get there by 9. We get done fast.

04/22/2026

Free Food Pop Up is currently looking for t-shirt sponsors to support our ongoing food distribution efforts in the community.
Our volunteers show up day after day to make sure families have access to essential food and we want them to be easily recognizable, unified, and proud of the work they’re doing.
We’re seeking sponsors who can provide at least 40 shirts featuring your logo. These shirts will be worn by our entire team on designated distribution days, putting your business front and center during some of our most visible community outreach efforts. It’s more than just a logo on a shirt—it’s a statement that your organization stands behind helping others and making a real difference.
Your support won’t go unnoticed. Community members, partner organizations and local leaders will see your name associated with compassion, action and impact. It’s a meaningful way to gain positive visibility while directly contributing to something bigger than all of us.
If you’ve ever wanted to give back in a way that’s both tangible and lasting, this is a great opportunity. When people see those shirts, they’ll know exactly who is helping us continue to serve—and that kind of recognition carries weight.
Happy Life Ranch and Kennedy Auto have been proud sponsors for years!

04/16/2026

03/24/2026

Food distribution 730-830am Wednesday at CTFPD. We are NOT distributing on Thursday so come Wednesday. $5 donation requested.