History
Wayne Township Pantry and Senior Services,
27W031 North Avenue, West Chicago, IL 60185
In 2004, the food pantry and senior services merged their programs and became a not-for-profit public charity in an effort to provide the best possible programs to the residents living within the boundaries of Wayne Township, which include portions of: Bartlett, Carol Stream, Hanover Park, St. Charles, Wayne and West Chicago. Wayne Township Pantry and Senior Services is comprised of a board of directors that oversee the operations and financials of the not-for-profit charitable organization. Funds for programs are raised through private donations, fundraisers, grants and in-kind donations.
The pantry and senior services provide a gateway to other programs provided by the township. Please click here to see programs offered at Wayne Township.
Board Members
2019 Board of Directors
Joan Mruk – President
Michael Musson – Treasurer
Gayle Kennedy- Director
Juanita Martinez- Director
Al Pioch- Director
Cheryl Reining- Director
Erin Simpson- Director
Future Group Photo
Mission & Vision Statements
Mission
To help low-income residents of Wayne Township achieve a higher quality of life by providing basic needs programs that encourage self-sufficiency and to promote a healthier lifestyle for seniors through social, physical and wellness activities.
Vision
To empower low-income families and seniors so they may lead active and productive lifestyles.
Areas served:
Portions of Bartlett, Carol Stream, Hanover Park,
St. Charles, Wayne and West Chicago
Contact Us
Administration– Joan Mruk, Board president jmruk@yahoo.com
Pantry services– 630-231-7173 Juanita martinez, Director jmartinez@waynetwp-il.org
Senior services– 630-231-7155 Gayle Kennedy, Director gkennedy@waynetwp-il.org