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Evanston Ecumenical Action Council was formed on May 19, 1970 and was an association of local Christian Churches for nearly 50 years of service.

Interfaith Action, based in Evanston, IL, is a non-profit organization whose mission is to bring together communities of faith and spirit to serve people who are hungry and homeless and to express shared values through action and interfaith dialogue. On May 15, 2006, the members of EEAC voted to expand the membership of the organization to all religious and spiritual communities and to change the name to "Interfaith Action of Evanston." Membership is open to any faith organization or to any indivdual that actively participates in our mission to serve hungry and homeless persons in Evanston and affirms that it wants to be a member. Vision Statement: Interfaith Action of Evanston strives to build a just community. We work with diverse faith communities and individuals seeking to address the systemic issues of poverty, unemployment, homelessness, and hunger. Through interfaith dialogue we bring people together to build relationships and encourage understanding across faith boundaries. We partner with local legislators, community leaders, and our neighbors to promote a healthy and equitable society.

10/28/2026

More than 350 people jammed the Orrington Hotel ballroom Sunday to honor 38 outstanding volunteers selected by 21 faith communities and Interfaith Action of Evanston at the annual Vision Keeper dinner held Sunday night, Oct. 25.
1. Jackie Eddy, Northminster Presbyterian Church
2. The Vision Keepers of 2026
3. Joana Greene, left, accepts the Community Service Award for St. Mark’s Episcopal Church.
4. Michael Legatt, David Tabak and Alex Silets, (3 of 6 awardees,) Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation
5. Helene Spak, left, Beth Emet
6. Joan Sherman, Interfaith Action of Evanston
7. Nancy Childress, lake Street Church of Evanston
8. A group of honorees from Bethany Baptist Church of Christ
9. David Foster, Paul’s Lutheran Church
10. Margaret B. Lee, Trinity Lutheran Church
11. Laurie Flanagan and Roger Stanley, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
12. Donna Richardson, IAE President, left, and Sue Murphy Berube, IAE Executive Director

02/21/2026

Our Friday Pop Up Soup Kitchen yesterday provided 196 meals to individuals across Evanston. 125 meals were given to the YWCA, 25 meals were brought to our Hospitality Center, and 46 meals were left at Robert Crown Center to help support their programming. This partnership with continues to help feed people who are increasingly facing food insecurities as SNAP benefit requirements change and food prices rise. A huge thank you to Michael at the Robert Crown Center who works with our team from week to week as we use their kitchen space to assemble and bag meals for distribution.

01/28/2026

has excellent resources that help explain the new upcoming changes to SNAP benefits starting on February 1st (Sunday).
SNAP recipients must show that they are working, in job training, or volunteering at least 80 hours a month to continue to receive their benefits. This could impact at least 2,000 Evanston residents and over 30,000 Illinois residents.
Please find out more by scanning the QR code in the images or look for the link in our bio!

01/26/2026

is holding their Broadway Night fundraiser once again and we are honored that some of the proceeds will be given to us! Spend a wonderful night with community and fantastic Broadway music sung live by the Lake Street Church Choir. Select numbers from Ragtime, Newsies, Les Miserables, High School Musical and more shows that celebrate social justice and community action.
Tickets are available for purchase at lakestreet.org/broadway-night or a link can be found in our bio. We can’t wait to see you there for an evening of song and unity.

01/25/2026

Thank you for inviting us to the Volunteer Fair held today at Robert Crown Center. People braved the cold and snow to hear from community organizations and find out how they can help our neighbors.
We appreciate Susan Murphy Berube, Executive Director, Donna Richardson, Board President, and Carol Wilson, Board Secretary, for spending part of their Sunday sharing about Interfaith Action.

01/19/2026

Supporters braved a bitterly cold day for the annual Walk for Warmth sponsored by Interfaith Action of Evanston (IAE) on the holiday remembering the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Interfaith warmly thanks everyone for a large turnout and a safe walk around the block.
1. Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss, from left, Shawn Iles, Evanston council member, 3d Ward, and Rachel Ruttenberg, IIllinois State Senate candidate were among those leading the march.
4. IAE Board President Donna Richardson gave opening remarks to the crowd as it gathered at First United Methodist Church of Evanston.

01/18/2026

Join us Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19 for the seventh-annual Walk for Warmth. Show your support for Interfaith Action of Evanston, which provides life-saving warmth to those without homes. Register and get more information at the tinyurl link in our bio or at interfaithactionofevanston.org
The family-friendly walk (please no dogs) starts at 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 516 Church St., Evanston.

Address

1004 Greenwood Street
Evanston, IL
60201

Telephone

+18474751150

Website

http://www.interfaithactionofevanston.org/get-involved/donate/

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