SELF-HELP CLOSET AND PANTRY OF DES PLAINES

To provide food and clothing to Des Plaines residents in need.

The Self-Help Closet & Pantry was established in Des Plaines 1971 and was incorporated in 1987 as an independent, not-for-profit corporation in the State of Illinois. The SHC&P relies mainly on the community for support through food and monetary donations from local businesses, residents, churches, schools, clubs and organizations, the Chamber of Commerce and the City of Des Plaines. The SHC&P is comprised of about 65 volunteers and one, part-time administrator.