BACC Women's Biz Net hosts food pantry drive
The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce Women's Biz Net Council is requesting donations for its annual "Christmas in July" Food Pantry Drive to support families in need in the Barrington area.
Donations of nonperishable household goods should be dropped off at the Barrington Chamber office, 190 E. James St., Barrington, by Friday, July 28.
Wish list items to fill shelves at the Barrington and Cuba Township food pantries include, but are not limited to: small containers of condiments, canned fruits, pasta, juices, toiletries, pet food, gas or local discount store gift cards, and paper products.
The Barrington Township food pantry is available to qualifying Barrington Township residents, many of which are seniors on a fixed income. Donations of nonperishable food items are always appreciated. For more information, visit www.barringtontownship.com.
The Cuba Township food pantry is available to any Cuba Township resident in need. Items from the pantry are available once a month, and in the summer fresh produce pickup is available weekly from local gardeners. For more information, visit www.cubatownship.com.
The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce's Women's Biz Net is a network of women empowering women. WBN offers monthly meetings and programs that bring relevant topics, networking opportunities, and a forum for building relationships that can enhance your business aspirations and enrich your life.
The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce, founded in 1969, is an association of 800-plus member businesses representing more than 1,800 business people dedicated to the success and prosperity of the 11 regional communities it serves: Barrington, Barrington Hills, Deer Park, Inverness, Kildeer, Lake Barrington, Long Grove, North Barrington, Port Barrington, South Barrington and Tower Lakes.
BACC promotes economic opportunities, advocates the interests of business, offers programs for professional development and leadership, and works to foster a robust regional economy.