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LENTEN SERVICE PROJECT 2026 - THE COMMUNITY FRIDGE PROJECT

• Tuesday, February 17, 2026
• 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM - Children's Party, Carnival Games, Pizza, and King Cup Cake
• 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Parade, Palm Burning for Ash Wednesday, and Prayer Service
• Suggested Donation: $5.00 to $10.00
• All proceeds  benefit "The Community Fridge Project"
• More Information at (708) 383-3430

The Community Fridge Project is a grassroots, volunteer-led program housed under the Community of Congregations, working to reduce food insecurity in our neighborhood. They maintain five public, outdoor community fridges and pantries that are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. These fridges are stocked by volunteers, local businesses, and community members who want to make sure no one goes hungry.

Anyone may take food - no ID, no cost, no questions. Donations help us maintain the fridges, purchase discounted groceries, and keep fresh, healthy food available for all.

Together, we’re building a community where neighbors support neighbors and nutritious food is accessible to everyone.

Current Locations:

• Boulevard Presbyterian Church - 607 Harvard Street in Oak Park, IL
• Edwin Gale House - 124 N. Kenilworth in Oak Park, IL
• A House in Austin - 533 N. Pine in Chicago, IL
• Grace Episcopal Church - 924 Lake Street in Oak Park, IL