Lake County Gazette

With the holidays approaching, a community initiative is underway to support local food pantries. Representative Martin McLaughlin has announced a Thanksgiving food drive, collecting non-perishable food items and household supplies at his district office. 

The collection, which started on October 18 and will support the efforts of local food pantries, will continue until Thursday, November 21, 2024.

McLaughlin encourages community participation in this effort. "With the Holidays fast approaching, I believe this is a wonderful time to come together as a community to support our local food pantries," he stated. 

Some of the items on the "most wanted" list include broths, baking mixes, rice, pasta, soups, spices, any canned fruits or vegetables, paper products, laundry detergent and dish soap.

Donations can be made in person during business hours from Monday to Thursday in the week before Thanksgiving as McLaughlin and his staff will be available to collect items. The district office is located at 28662 W. Northwest Highway, Suite A in Lake Barrington.

For more information about the food drive, individuals are encouraged to contact McLaughlin's office via email at McLaughlin@ILHouseGOP.org.