Elvis served food and even sang some tunes at Culver's in Morris Aug. 12 in hopes of raising money for Angels of Hope.
Culver's donated 10 percent of its proceeds to the group during the three hour fundraiser and this resulted in a gift of more than $200.
But what is even more inspiring is the extra $150 donated to the group by customers who were already spending money at the restaurant. Many of which were just learning about what Angels of Hope does.
For those of you that don't know, Angels of Hope is an organization that helps people deal with the physical or emotional absence of a child. They also give out multiple grants a year to couples going through invitro to help offset the costs. Grants are also given to families who have lost a child to assist with burial costs.
As many non-profit organizations, Angels of Hope is always looking for more volunteers. You can learn more about them and discuss volunteer opportunities from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 18 during their open house at Julie's Java in Coal City. The address is 435 W. Division St. Suite 4.
But if you don't have the time to donate, money is always welcome. As a matter of fact you can even get your own gift out of it.
The group has coupons to save 20 percent at Macy's on Saturday Sept. 20 for a $5 donation, all of which goes to Angels of Hope.
If you purchase it and go to a Macy's store on Sept 20 you will also be entered into a drawing for a $500 gift card. The coupons are for sale through Sept. 18. If anyone is interested call Russelle Holsinger at ( 815) 942-1111 or e-mail at angelsofhope.inc.nfp@hotmail.com.
Mallory Medved is an assistant managing editor of weekly publications for
the Sun-Times News Group. She helps cover the Lincoln-Way area and towns
southwest of Joliet. Being naturally nosy has led her to a career in
journalism and fulfilled her dream of getting paid to read. Being a new
homeowner and a future bride, she's also perpetually broke, but enjoys
hearing about other people in the same situation. She lives in Plainfield
but is a native of New Lenox.
Christina Chapman is a Will County resident who desperately wants to live in Grundy County. But since she lost that battle with her boyfriend when they bought a house, she makes due covering Grundy County news for The Herald News in Joliet. When not covering municipal meetings, school events and finding the truth behind the latest coffee talk, she is trying to balance life as a young home owner who is fighting the stereotype that she is living in sin because she is not yet married. She hopes to share with you her perspective on life and the news in hopes that you’ll share yours.
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