Aria has partnered with Beyond Hunger, a pillar of our Oak Park community, for years now. We host an annual food drive and participate in service projects benefitting the food bank, and we are thrilled to be a part of crafting their new home. For nearly 50 years, Beyond Hunger has provided food, nutrition education, and other community services for residents of Oak Park and Chicago’s West Side. This project entails a redesign and remodel of their new space, bringing a more accessible environment and expanded space as the organization continues to grow. This new space will enable Beyond Hunger to enhance and expand their services.
One of the priorities when working with a community nonprofit is ensuring the needs and comfort of clients, staff, and volunteers are being met. The redesign aims to create a dignified, accessible experience for community members with a grocery-style layout allowing for walk-in food selection. A larger storage area will also provide up to 65% more space for perishable and dry goods.
