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The Chiditarod collected 900 lbs. of food in 2006, over 2,300 lbs. in 2007, over 2,400 lbs. in 2008, and OVER 7,000 POUNDS in 2009!!
So, where's all that food going?
Burners Without Borders (BWB) coalesced from a spontaneous, collective instinct to meet gaping needs where existing societal systems were clearly failing. Chicago BWB has assisted in distributing the food collected by the Chiditarod to food pantry programs operated in low-income areas of Chicago's south and west sides.
Onward Neighborhood House is located in Chicago's Ukrainian village. It is the mission of this organization to empower low income families, individuals, children, and youth to achieve full potential by providing positive experiences and opportunities through quality education, recreation, and social service programs in a community based setting.
Vital Bridges helps people throughout metropolitan Chicago impacted by HIV and AIDS through sites in Englewood, Edgewater, Garfield Park, Oak Park, and Elk Grove Village. This organization aims to improve health and build self-sufficiency by providing food, nutrition, housing, case management and educational services.
Phyllis' Musical Inn
Twisted Spoke
Pontiac Cafe
Club Lucky
The Hideout
The Chipp Inn
Five Star Bar
Cobra LoungeThe following businesses and organizations have contributed to the Chiditarod race and food drive by hosting food collections, helping to promote the event, and donating materials for event set up, prizes and awards, and some tasty, tasty breakfast. Huzzah for community support!
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