Glen-Ed Pantry Raises $2 Million, Launches Year-End Push for New Facility
The pantry has raised two-thirds of its $3 million campaign and is seeking the remaining $1 million by Dec. 31, 2026, for a facility expected to open in summer 2027.
EDWARDSVILLE — The Glen-Ed Pantry has raised $2 million toward its $3 million capital campaign for a new 9,000-square-foot facility. Today, the pantry launched a year-end push to raise the remaining $1 million by December 31, 2026.
The pantry broke ground on the new building in May and plans to open it in summer 2027. The facility is designed around the neighbors the pantry serves and the volunteers who serve them and includes:
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Improved accessibility, so every client, volunteer and donor can move through the building safely and with dignity.
A receiving area, allowing the pantry to accept bulk and truckload donations from food banks, grocers, businesses and community food drives.
A private meeting space where clients can confidentially talk through sensitive needs.
A commercial kitchen, so volunteers can preserve surplus fresh produce instead of losing it and teach others how to cook with fresh food
Expanded storage and room to grow services as need continues to rise
The need has never been greater. The pantry now serves more than 600 people each month, up from an average of 500 last year. It welcomes about 13 new families every month who have never used the pantry before.
“Our current building was never designed to be a food pantry, and we outgrew it years ago,” said Jane Ahasay, executive director of the Glen-Ed Pantry. “Every dollar raised between now and the end of the year brings us closer to a space that matches the need in our community.”
For 40 years, the Glen-Ed Pantry has provided food, clothing and emergency assistance with dignity and respect to families in the Edwardsville School District. That includes Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Hamel, Worden, Moro and Prairietown. Beyond groceries, they provide personal hygiene products, school supplies, clothing, holiday food and utility assistance for neighbors.
“This community has already shown up in a big way. Two-thirds of the way there is a remarkable achievement,” said Libby Levin, Glen-Ed Pantry board president. “Now we’re asking neighbors, businesses and civic groups to help us finish strong. A gift of any size before December 31 helps put a new home for this pantry within reach.”
To help, use the donation link or visit www.glenedpantry.org
Mail a check: Glen-Ed Pantry Capital Campaign, 125 Fifth Avenue, Edwardsville, IL 62025
Give through your business: Naming and sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Jane Ahasay at (618) 656-7506.
The Glen-Ed Pantry is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by law. Year-end donations made by December 31 count toward 2026 taxes.
About the Glen-Ed Pantry
The Glen-Ed Pantry serves individuals and families in the Edwardsville School District, providing food and services with dignity and respect. Services include groceries and fresh food, clothing, personal care items, utility assistance, school supplies, and holiday food. The pantry is located at 125 Fifth Avenue in Edwardsville. Learn more at www.glenedpantry.org or call 618-656-7506.
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