Kuzma Care Cottage

04/07/2026

Healing looks different for everyone and no one should have to navigate grief alone.

Join us for a virtual Grief & Healing Zoom in collaboration with our Recovery Oriented System of Care (ROSC), the Will County Health Department Behavioral Health team, and Elizabeth Eaton, LCPC, PEL. This supportive space is designed to offer connection, understanding, and tools for those experiencing loss.

Please help us share this opportunity with those who may need it. 🤍

03/16/2026

Due to severe weather conditions, the food pantry will be closed today, 3/16. This decision was made to keep both our volunteers and patrons safe. Thank you for your understanding and please stay safe.

02/24/2026

Thank you to our local VFW Post 5422 for partnering with us this year to fill 250 Easter Baskets! See their post below on how you can help them fulfill their goal.

01/29/2026

Thank you, RT66 Old School Brewing!!

01/26/2026

Thank you to the students, staff, and families of Stevens Intermediate School for raising an incredible amount for our pantry and having FUN while doing it!

Some of our SIS students presented Heather Hobbs of Kuzma Care Cottage with our donation from penny wars!

The Penny War results:
The class that won Penny Wars--according to the rules--was Mrs. Horton's class! She was the only class that was in the "positives" with $21.92! The class that raised the most money, pennies and silver together, was Mrs. Wandless' class with $203.02 (silver totaled $197.20!). Great job!

01/22/2026

Due to the dangerously frigid temperatures forecasted, our pantry will be closed tomorrow, Friday, 1/23, for the safety of our staff and community. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you when we reopen.

01/12/2026

A big thank you to the Wilmington Illinois Chamber of Commerce & Industry and everyone who bought a button in the 50/50 Program! Your support means so much to our pantry and the families we serve. Together, we’re making our community stronger.

01/07/2026

Did you miss qualifying for LIHEAP last year due to the income level? The income guidelines for the 2025-2026 program year have increased. Check the guide below to see if your household is now eligible.

12/21/2025

12/20/2025

Tom and Jerry’s start 8:30 tomorrow morning!
In memory of Jerry Lee and Jack Robbins we will be donating proceeds from Tom and Jerrys to Kuzma Cottage in Wilimington!