The SHHC is appreciative of the ongoing community support from donors and volunteers. Gears are shifting toward holiday preparedness. The Adopt a Family fundraiser for Thanksgiving has begun and donations will be received until Nov. 12 to help secure the fixings for turkey dinners for existing local pantry guests. A donation of $25 helps to cover the cost of turkey and side items for a local family. The SHHC can receive donations through Venmo @staunton helpinghands or at P.O. Box 111, Staunton IL 62088. Donations can also be received during pantry hours on Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and Wednesdays from 5-7 p.m.

The Staunton Helping Hands Center would like to thank some of our recent donors of financial and in-kind donations:

Associated Bank recently raised money for the SHHC by doing a special "Jeans for a Cause" fundraiser. Shari Ferry (leflt) from Associated Bank presents a check to Lori Semanik from the Staunton Helping Hands Center.

August donations by individuals and businesses: Rich Fiori, Susan Miller, Kathleen Benda, Merry Callovini, Wanda Watson, Janet & Joe Baum, Bank of Springfield Staunton Branch, Lyn Neuhaus, Linda Scherff, and Staunton Nails. August Donations by churches: Diocese of Springfield (Justice & Hope Campaign) Concord Primitive Baptist Church, Zion Lutheran Church, St. Michael's Church, and The Assembly Church. August Donations as memorials: In loving memory of Del Stiegemeier from Rich & Vi Fiori, Russell Furniture, Mark & Janet Skertich, JoAnn & Michael Hansen, Craig Stiegemeier & family, and Linda Gonterman. In loving memory of Alvera Conroy from Teamsters Local 525.

September donations by individuals and businesses: Rich Fiori, Cash Out Gaming, Dave Garde, Merry Callovini, Susan Miller, Wanda Watson, Lyn Neuhaus, Associated Bank, Kathleen Benda, Robert & Gloria Dvorak, Melanie Rodeghiero, Bella Harris, Lexi Leach, Olivia Gilliam, and Ethan Wagener. September Donations by churches: St. Michael's Catholic Church and The Assembly Church. September donations as memorials: In loving memory of James Bianco Sr. from Bob & Lori Semanik, Ron & Moyna Hannig, Ron & Brenda Pollett, Linda Painter, Lonnie & Marlene Kalika, and Karen Devries. In loving memory of Del Stiegemeier from Dawn Jones, Brad & Deborah McNaughton, Mark & Val Buffington, Carla Moore, Nancy Deist, Maria Gusewelle, Ryan Ocepek, Brian & Tami Kershaw, Stan & Julie Tjaden, Tony & Donna Bagaglio, Tim Williamson & Josie Smith, Mary & Harlan Best, Tom & Kim Masinelli, Gene & Shirley Bentrup, Ralph & Carol Osterman and Jim & Cheryl McKay.