Kankakee, IL – Residents across Kankakee and Iroquois counties are being asked to help neighbors in need as United Way launches its annual Home for the Holidays Donation Drive, running now through Friday, Dec. 19.
The initiative aims to provide essential household supplies, hygiene products, nonperishables, and winter warmth items to families and individuals seeking stability this season. Donations will be distributed to eight local nonprofit partners, expanding the program’s reach across both counties.
According to United Way of Kankakee & Iroquois Counties, the drive focuses on items that directly help community members build a sense of “home” during the holidays. Requested donations include shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant, toothpaste, dish and laundry soap, toilet paper, paper towels, wipes, canned goods, peanut butter, beans, and new coats, blankets, hats, gloves, and sleeping bags.
Public drop-off locations include multiple Wendy’s restaurants and municipal offices:
- Wendy’s – 1740 W Court St, Kankakee
- Wendy’s – 495 N Kinzie Ave, Bradley
- Wendy’s – 599 William Latham Dr, Bourbonnais
- Bourbonnais Police Department – 700 Main St, Bourbonnais
- Manteno Village Hall – 98 E Third St, Manteno
United Way officials note that housing remains the region’s most critical need, and the Home for the Holidays drive helps meet immediate household gaps while families work toward long-term stability. The organization encourages residents to participate however they can during the donation window.
Community members can learn more about the initiative and housing needs at www.myunitedway.org/housing.
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