What is a Community Fridge ?
A refrigerator placed in a public space aimed to promote equal access to fresh produce while reducing food insecurity and waste. The fridge is a community focused resourced maintained through a network of support from local residents to outside donors. This form of mutual aid allows communities to come together and create conversation around food while sharing social responsibility.
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The community fridge is sustained through collaborative efforts from the community, local vendors, and donors. You can drop off or take fresh produce, non-perishable items, and other basic necessities at your convenience to one of our locations below. For large donations or interest in volunteering please contact us.
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For those interested in making monetary donations to assist with sustaining the fridge, QR Codes with various mobile payment can be found on-site, as well as here.
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Hours of Operation
Belly of the Block @ Lilydale Progressive Church
10706 S Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60628
(Pantry is OPENÂ 24/7)
Fridge Hours
Mon - Fri: All Day
Sat-Sun: Closed
Belly of the Block @ KOB
11623 S Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60628
Pantry Only
Please call to access
Belly of the Block
Redefining Urban Ag through Mutual Aid