Services for Homeless and At-Risk Students

At Moody we believe in the authority of the Bible, which contains timeless truths that are still relevant today. God’s Word is the foundation of our understanding of God and what He has called us to accomplish on earth.

We are committed to providing our students with the highest caliber of service possible through compassion and understanding. We strive to support them by offering clear and timely communications while providing beneficial services that remove barriers for students of all abilities, circumstances, and ages.

Moody Central: (312) 329-2020

College Students Who Are Considered Homeless

Many people assume that homeless college students are only those who sleep on streets and in abandoned buildings. But college students are also considered homeless if they live in cars, a shelter, hotels, or with family and friends.

Homelessness is something that can keep students from succeeding in college and, although the number of students may be small, it is something that these students have to face during their time in college.

Homelessness may lead to students dropping out of school, which negates or hinders any chance of a career or earning potential.

To help homeless students get adequate shelter and meals, this page lists local shelters and food pantries that can assist students that attend Moody Bible Institute.

Food Pantries

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Chicago
721 N LaSalle St. Chicago, IL. 60654 Wed/Thu/Fri: 9–11:30 a.m., 1–3 p.m.
Ecatholiccharities.netP(312) 655-7700
Chicago Lights Elam Davies Social Service Food Pantry
126 E Chestnut St. Chicago IL. 60611 Tue/Wed/Thu: Bag Lunches served 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
P(312) 640-2571
Northwestern Settlement House
1400 W Augusta Blvd. Chicago, IL. 60622 Tue/Wed/Thu: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
P(773) 278-7471
TSA: Chicago Temple
1 N Ogden Ave. Chicago, IL. 60607 Tuesday 10:00 a.m.–12 p.m.
Ecentralusa.salvationarmy.org/redshieldP(312) 492-6803

Community Meals

Chicago Lights Elam Davies Social Service Food Pantry
126 E Chestnut St. Chicago IL. 60611 Sunday Night Supper: Served at Fourth Church starting at 4 p.m Monday Night Supper: Served at Catholic Charities starting at 4 p.m.
Echicagolights.orgP(312) 640-2571
Meals Ministry
126 E Chestnut St. Chicago, IL. 60611 Tue/Wed/Thu: 12–1 p.m. Sunday: 4–5:30 p.m.
Efourthchurch.orgP(312) 787-2729
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Chicago
721 N LaSalle St. Chicago, IL. 60654 Monday–Friday 4–5 p.m.
Ecatholiccharities.netP(312) 655-7700
Breaking Bread Ministries
1111 N Wells St. Ste 500 Chicago, IL 60610 Wednesday 6–7 p.m.
Elasallestreetchurch.orgP(312) 805-0408

Shelters

Shelters provide a safe place for those who are homeless to sleep. The more a person stays unsheltered the more their mental and physical health deteriorates, which makes it harder for them to regain stability. Each shelter has different approaches to helping the homeless. Some offer temporary accommodations while others offer a whole range of services to help persons get back on their feet. These usually include a regular feeding program, medical assistance, basic necessities, employment assistance, and rehabilitation.
Lincoln Park Community Services
600 W Fullerton Pkwy, Chicago, IL. 60614 Sunday–Saturday: 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Lincoln Park Community Services brings communities together to empower individuals facing homelessness and poverty to secure stable housing and make sustainable life changes.
Elpcschicago.orgP(773) 549-6111
Deborah’s Place
1530 N Sedgwick St. Chicago, IL. 60610 Deborah’s Place opens doors of opportunity for women who are homeless in Chicago. Supportive housing and services offer women tools to heal, achieve their goals, and move on from homelessness.
Edeborahsplace.orgP(312) 944-8810
Franciscan Outreach
2715 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL. 60612 Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Franciscan Outreach shelters provide men and women with a stable and secure environment that offers an array of programs and services they can access to make positive changes in their lives.
Efranoutreach.orgP(773) 265-6683
The Night Ministry
1735 N Ashland Ave Ste 2000, Chicago, IL. 60622 Sunday–Saturday: 8 a.m–5 p.m. Residential services provide long-term housing, intensive life skills, and coaching to youth and young adults ages 14–24.
Ethenightministry.orgP(773) 784-9000

State Benefits

Medicaid

A program jointly funded by the state and federal governments that pays for medical assistance services. Primary services funded through Medicaid are physician, hospital and long-term care.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

This program helps low-income individuals and families buy the food they need for good health. Benefits are provided on the Illinois Link Card that is an electronic card accepted at most grocery stores.

Find more information at www.dhs.state.il.us

This information is provided in accordance with Illinois Public Act 102-0083 – Housing and Opportunities that are Useful for Students’ Excellence (‘HOUSE’ Act).