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Serving the Sauk Valley Since 2001

Feeding Our Communities. Strengthening Our Neighbors.

The Sauk Valley Foodbank partners with local food pantries, shelters, meal programs and nonprofit organizations to provide affordable access to nutritious food throughout the Sauk Valley. Together, we're helping ensure that no one in our communities has to face hunger alone.

Our Feeding Our Community Drive Thru giveaway is open most Saturdays from 10am-Noon at 1801 Plant Drive, Sterling, IL.

Please arrive before noon to receive food assistance. The parking lot closes promptly at noon — no exceptions. Upon arrival, our parking lot team will direct you where to enter and park. For safety reasons, no cell phone use or smoking of any kind is allowed while driving through the building.
Please check our Facebook page for announcements regarding Saturdays we are not open.

More Than a Food Warehouse

The Sauk Valley Foodbank serves as the regional distribution hub for food assistance across northwest Illinois. Rather than distributing food directly to individuals, we supply local food pantries, meal programs and nonprofit organizations that serve families experiencing food insecurity.

By purchasing food in bulk and working with generous food manufacturers, farms, retailers and community partners, we help stretch every dollar so more people have access to healthy, nutritious food.

Built by a Community That Cares

The Sauk Valley Foodbank was founded in 2001 following major local plant closures that left many families struggling and dramatically increased demand at area food pantries. With the support of the United Way of Whiteside County and guidance from River Bend Food Bank, a community-wide effort began.

What started with two pallets of donated food, a card table and a desk lamp has grown into one of the region's most important hunger relief organizations, distributing millions of pounds of food each year to agencies serving our neighbors.

We are grateful for the farms, food manufacturers, retailers, civic organizations, volunteers and donors who make our mission possible. From local produce to bakery items and financial contributions, every gift helps feed our neighbors.

How We Help

Supporting Those Who Serve Others

Instead of serving individuals directly, we provide affordable food to nonprofit organizations that distribute it throughout our communities.

Our partner agencies include food pantries, soup kitchens, homeless shelters, senior meal programs, youth organizations, emergency assistance programs, and more. Together, we create a stronger network of support for local families.

3 million +

pounds of food distributed each year

750 +

families served each week

30 +

agencies served each year

25

years of service to the Sauk Valley community

You Can Make A Difference

Whether you donate food, volunteer your time or make a financial contribution, every act of generosity helps fight hunger in our community.

Donate

Financial gifts help us purchase and distribute food where it's needed most.

Give A Financial Gift
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Volunteer

Join our team and help sort, pack and distribute food to be used throughout the Sauk Valley.

Volunteer With Us
svfoodbank@gmail.com

Partner

Make a lasting impact through food donations, sponsorships and community partnerships.

Partner With Us
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Together, We Can Work Toward Ending Hunger

Every donation, volunteer hour and community partnership helps put food on the table for families throughout the Sauk Valley. Contact us for more details on how you can help.

Our Location

1801 Plant Drive
Sterling, IL 61081

Off of West LeFevre Road

Call Us

815-626-4556

Serving Our Pantries

8am-Noon Mon-Thu

Public Drive-Through Giveaway

10am-Noon Sat

Email Us

svfoodbank@gmail.com

Our Board of Directors

Paige Toms (President), Sauk Valley Bank
Jason McDearmon (Vice President), Whiteside County Probation
Larissa Dale (Treasurer), Sauk Valley Bank
Andrea Zinanni (Secretary), Walmart Distribution Center

Josh Knie, Knie Appliance
Fred Marruffo, St. Vincent De Paul Society
Stanley Steines, Mertes & Mertes
Sarah McFarlane, Sauk Valley Community College
Christy Zepezauer, Woodlawn Arts Academy
Pamela Martinez, Sauk Valley Foodbank