Loaves & Fishes Community Services
Address
1871 High Grove Lane
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 355-3663
Description:
Assists residents by providing healthy food, application assistance for SNAP, LIHEAP, Medicaid, and Access DuPage, income tax filing assistance and additional educational programs, including English language (ESL) classes in partnership with the College of DuPage.
Offers limited assistance towards housing and utilities for Naperville residents who are experiencing a temporary financial crisis, and provides donated cars which are given to families who do not have reliable transportation to get to work.
Hours:
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Languages:
English, Spanish
Handicap Accessible?
No
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resources
Date of Official Change:
June 13, 2024
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
1871 High Grove Lane
Naperville, IL 60540
Contacts
General Email
Mike Havala
President and CEO
Phone Numbers
Main
(630) 355-3663
Fax
(630) 206-2402
Moving Up
(630) 355-3663 x4
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Services
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Description
The CARES car program providing donated vehicles to eligible families who do not have reliable transportation to get to work. No car repairs provided.
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Required Documents
Driver's license; Proof of Residence; Proof of Income / Documentation of Hardship
Eligibility
DuPage County resident 21 years of age or older; Must be referred by a DuPage County social service; government agency; or their employer; Must be employed or actively seeking employment; Income eligibility guidelines apply; There cannot be another car in the household; Have not received a car through this program in the past; Attend financial fitness classes
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call (630) 355-3663, Option 4, or email caresprograms@loaves-fishes.org to schedule an intake appointment. (2) Documentation will be needed at time of intake. (3) Must pay for transfer of title, taxes, and must show receipt of paying for six months of care insurance in advance. (4) Must also provide a detailed budget for review to confirm applicant's ability to maintain car ownership. (5) Full list of documents and other requirements will be discussed during intake
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Help in determining eligibility and assistance in completing applications for LIHEAP for DuPage County Residents.
Availability
Service is by appointment only. Call for appointment times.
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Proof of Residence; Proof of Income / Documentation of Hardship
Eligibility
DuPage County resident; Income eligibility guidelines apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call office to schedule an intake appointment. (2) Documentation will be needed at time of intake. (3) Full list of documents and other requirements will be discussed during intake
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides electric service payment assistance.
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Proof of Residence; Proof of Income / Documentation of Hardship
Eligibility
Residents of Naperville and Aurora (Kane County only)
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call office to schedule an intake appointment. (2) Documentation will be needed at time of intake. (3) Full list of documents and other requirements will be discussed during intake
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Naperville
- Kane County
- Aurora
- Will County
- Naperville
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Free English language classes offered, in partnership with the College of DuPage (COD). Lessons cover reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Eligibility
No restrictions.
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Call during listed hours or email the COD ELA@cod.edu to confirm current testing dates, during which testing and registration for classes will take place.
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Kane County
- Kendall County
- Will County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Moving Up program - 20-week workshops to help individuals gain a better understanding of personal finances and money management.
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Proof of residence, Proof of income
Eligibility
DuPage County resident; Income eligibility guidelines apply
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Call to schedule an intake or email movingup@loaves-fishes.org
Languages
Spanish, English
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Kane County
- Kendall County
- Will County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Food assistance can be received weekly if eligible. Visit agency website for emergency closing information and to download a parking map. Bring your own bags for packing grocery items; bags will not be provided. COVID-19 Update: Pre-packaged boxes of food delivered through a drive-thru service.
Hours
Tuesday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm; Wednesday and Thursday (evenings), 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Proof of residency
Eligibility
Residents of DuPage; Will; Kane; Kendall ; Income guidelines apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Complete registration online or during first pantry visit. (2) Provide documentation at each visit. (3) Food assistance is offered once a week
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Kane County
- Kendall County
- Will County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Help with determining eligibility and assistance in completing an application for SNAP(LINK card)
Availability
Service is by appointment only. Call for appointment times.
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Proof of Residence; Proof of Income / Documentation of Hardship
Eligibility
Income eligibility guidelines apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call to schedule an appointment. (2) Documentation will be needed at time of intake. (3) Full list of documents and other requirements will be discussed during intake
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides gas service payment assistance.
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Proof of Residence; Proof of Income / Documentation of Hardship
Eligibility
Residents of Naperville and Aurora (Kane County only)
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call office to schedule an intake appointment. (2) Documentation will be needed at time of intake. (3) Full list of documents and other requirements will be discussed during intake
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Naperville
- Kane County
- Aurora
- Will County
- Naperville
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Holiday meals offered during shopping visits
Hours
Tuesday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm; Thursday, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Required Documents
Valid photo ID; Proof of address
Eligibility
Residents of DuPage, Kane, Kendall and Will counties; Income eligibility guidelines apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Meals will be offered during food pick-up visits on scheduled days.
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Mortgage and Rent Payment Assistance.
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Proof of Residence; Proof of Income / Documentation of Hardship
Eligibility
Residents of Naperville and Aurora (Kane County only).
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call to schedule an intake appointment. (2) Documentation will be needed at time of intake. (3) Full list of documents and other requirements will be discussed during intake
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Naperville
- Kane County
- Aurora
- Will County
- Naperville
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provide free legal consultation on the third Friday of each month.
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Proof of Residence; Proof of Income / Documentation of Hardship
Eligibility
DuPage County resident; Income eligibility guidelines apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call office to schedule an intake appointment. (2) Documentation will be needed at time of intake. (3) Full list of documents and other requirements will be discussed during intake
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provide information and education on how to eat healthy.
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Proof of Residence; Proof of Income / Documentation of Hardship
Eligibility
DuPage County resident; Income eligibility guidelines apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call office to schedule an intake appointment. (2) Documentation will be needed at time of intake. (3) Full list of documents and other requirements will be discussed during intake
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides assistance with resume for individuals seeking employment.
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Required Documents
Photo ID; Proof of Residence; Proof of Income / Documentation of Hardship
Eligibility
DuPage County resident; Income eligibility guidelines apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call office to schedule an intake appointment. (2) Documentation will be needed at time of intake. (3) Full list of documents and other requirements will be discussed during intake
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Free help on state & federal tax returns for low-income households.
Availability
Early February through early April
Hours
Monday and Wednesday, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm; Saturday, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm; Sunday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Required Documents
A copy of previous year's return; Proof of identity and Social Security cards; W-2, 1098 or 1099 forms; Information on any other income sources; Information on your tax credits and deductions; Blank check for refund direct deposit; Form 1095-A for ACA insurance; Advanced payment of Child Tax Credit form 6419; Economic Stimulus payment letter form 6475; Unemployment Forms 1099-G
Eligibility
Households who are below the annual income limit (call or visit website to confirm specifics)
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call to schedule an appointment - appointments are scheduled a week at a time. (2) When call volumes are high, you may be requested to leave a voicemail - only one voicemail must be left per case. (3) The appointment is confirmed by a text message and a reminder text is also sent the day before the appointment. (4) Bring all required documents to appointment
Languages
English, Spanish
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Dupage County
- Dupage County
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