Franciscan providing meal prep boxes for South Suburban families facing food insecurity

Franciscan Health is hosting two Mobile Markets on Nov. 25 in Chicago’s South Suburbs aimed at providing families experiencing food insecurity with groceries just in time for Thanksgiving.

One frozen ham along with fruits, vegetables and grains will be distributed per family on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Volunteers will be on-site at each location to assist with lining up vehicles for the drive-through events. For safety purposes, attendees must be in vehicles and not on foot.

The first Mobile Market is scheduled to take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or while supplies last on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at Respond Now, 21701 Torrence Ave. in Sauk Village.

The second Mobile Market is scheduled to take place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. or while supplies last on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at Respond Now, 1439 Emerald Ave. in Chicago Heights.

Anyone with questions about the markets may call Respond Now at (708) 755-4357.

The Mobile Markets are made possible through a partnership with the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana and Respond Now, as well as generous donations to the Franciscan Health Foundation’s Community Health & Wellness Fund. Donations can be made on the Franciscan Health Foundation’s website or by calling (708) 852-2430.