Elgin Knights of Columbus donate funds for ultrasound machine

The Elgin Knights of Columbus, Monsignor Henry Schryer Council 654 recently donated funds to TLC Pregnancy Services in Elgin.

"We're grateful to the Knights of Columbus for the generous donation toward a new ultrasound machine," said Vivian Maley, executive director of the center. "This was substantial expense not in our budget at this time."

The donation contributed by Elgin Council No. 654 was matched by the Knights of Columbus brotherhood to bring the total to over $20,000.

TLC officials say the funds will be used to purchase a new unit for their mobile van.

"We are grateful to be partner with TLC in this helping purchase equipment to serve our area," said Chris Gulik, Grand Knight, Elgin Council No. 654.

Located at 825 Dundee Ave. on Elgin's east side, TLC Pregnancy Services provide free medical care and practical, material support for women, families and new mothers facing economic struggles. TLC also offers free pregnancy test, STD testing, diapers, food, clothes and more. For further information about TLC, visit tlcpregnancyservices.com or call (847) 289-1235.

The Monsignor Henry Schryer Council works closely with four parishes in Elgin - St. Thomas More, St. Laurence, St. Mary, and St. Joseph - providing funds for various projects in each of these parishes and the community. Council members are active participants in their parish.

The Knights will be hosting their annual Chili for Charity Cook-Off and Dinner from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, in St. Thomas More School gym, 1625 W. Highland Ave., Elgin. This is the biggest fundraiser that the Knights host, a volunteer effort to benefit the educational institutions, those in need in the community and youth sports. Tickets are $7 or $8 at the door.

The Knights meet at 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 10 Villa Court in Elgin. To learn more about the club, visit www.kofc654.org or www.facebook.com/elginkofc/.