Ravenswood Community Services, a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation, grew out of All Saints’ Episcopal Church’s strong commitment to meaningful neighborhood outreach.
We reach out to all neighbors in hopes of creating a community of connections, respecting the dignity of every human being. Our dedicated volunteers distribute groceries, build community, and prepare delicious meals, and more.
Food Pantry and Community Kitchen
Through our partnership with Ravenswood Community Services (RCS), we open our doors to feed our community on Tuesday nights. More than 300 neighbors visit our Food Pantry for fresh groceries and/or our Community Kitchen for a hot, family-style meal. In addition, on the second Saturday morning of each month, RCS hosts a mobile Food Pantry outside of nearby Ravenswood School.
All Saints’ Cafe
Twice a year, RCS transforms its weekly Community Kitchen into the All Saints’ Café, a fine dining experience for our hungry neighbors. Café guests enjoy the opportunity to order a gourmet multi-course meal, complete with restaurant-style menus, table cloths, live entertainment, maitre d’ service, a wait staff, beverage service, and the services of a professional (volunteer) chef.
Social Service Outreach
A social work professional is available on Tuesdays during pantry hours to help our neighbors with access to public benefits, housing resources, and jobs.
Reality Fair
Each spring, RCS sponsors a half-day event for Ravenswood School 7th and 8th graders called Reality Fair, in which students practice making choices about careers and budgeting.
Ravenswood Run
The Ravenswood Run will be on Sunday, April 30, 2023. It is one of Chicago’s only neighborhood 5K races. 4,000 runners will gather at the corner of Wilson and Hermitage Ave to run though the beautiful and historic Ravenswood neighborhood. Proceeds from the race benefit the Food Pantry and Community Kitchen at Ravenswood Community Services.
