RainbowPUSH Coalition and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to Distribute 2,000 Bags of Food to Families in Need on Saturday


RainbowPUSH Coalition and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to Distribute 2,000 Bags of Food to Families in Need on Saturday

CHICAGO - The Rainbow PUSH Coalition is hosting a community gathering and Day of Service in partnership with “Just Serve” a service of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at the legendary social justice organization’s Kenwood headquarters, located at 930 E. 50th Street. As part of this initiative, the two organizations will distribute 2,000 bags of food to families in need across Chicagoland, providing a crucial lifeline in these challenging times.

The day will commence with the weekly Saturday Morning Forum at the Rainbow PUSH Coalition's headquarters from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Following the forum, the community service event will run from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, during which the food distribution will take place.

Rainbow PUSH Coalition officials emphasized the importance of this collaboration, stating, “We will never forget. We will never give up hope. And we will continue to fight for a nation—and a world—defined not by violence, but by peace.”

About Rainbow PUSH Coalition

Founded by Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., the Rainbow PUSH Coalition is a multi-racial, multi-issue, progressive, international membership organization fighting for social change. Its mission is to protect, defend, and gain civil rights by leveling economic and educational opportunities and ensuring social justice and peace.

About The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is known for its commitment to humanitarian aid and community service. The Church works globally to provide relief and support to those in need, emphasizing the importance of service and charity. Just Serve is a free service that links community volunteer needs with volunteers and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, ethnicity, or sexual orientation in posting projects or in encouraging volunteers to serve according to our guidelines.


For additional information on the RPC visit, www.rainbowpush.org. To arrange an interview, please contact Bobby Lewis at rlewis@rainbowpush.org or 773-301-3532, or Jerry Thomas at jerry@jerrythomaspr.com or 312-212-8955.

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