Inflation is taking a toll on food banks like the Northern Illinois Food Bank and the Greater Chicago Food Depository as more families face hunger.
have been supplying food to agencies across the area for more than 40 years. But, soaring food prices are stretching the organizations' budgets thin.
The Northern Illinois Food Bank says it's seeing a 40% increase in need, while the demand at the Greater Chicago Food Depository has jumped about 30%. "We all spend a little bit more during the holidays and they feel that too, and with fewer resources, it makes it really hard for them to provide presents," said Yurko.
Despite the challenges, the food banks are continuing to fight hunger, relying on donations big and small, and the kindness of volunteers.
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