Palatine Jaycees accepting applications for community donations

The Palatine Jaycees are accepting applications from Palatine residents and local community organizations in need of financial assistance as part of the group’s annual Community Donations Program.

“Historically, these awards have ranged from $100 to $5,000,” said Jackie Butler, the program’s chair. “The requests for assistance have been for medical or utility bills, training equipment, housing, clothing, senior citizen assisted living care and many other worthwhile programs. We receive applications from both individuals and groups like Little City and The Bridge.”

Individuals and organizations with specific needs should submit written proposals to the Community Donations Committee for consideration, Butler said. Include the amount requested with a brief description of how the funds would be used. Proposals must be received no later than Monday, April 30.

Requests should be sent to Palatine Jaycees, Community Donations Committee, PO Box 1517, Palatine, IL 60078-1517 or emailed to info@palatinejaycees.org and place Community Donations Committee in the subject line. If you have any questions, please call (847) 604-0288.

Every year, the Palatine Jaycees conduct numerous programs to serve the community and accumulate funds for operation of the chapter and community donations. Included are the Fourth of July Festival, Christmas tree sales and a sand sale.

The Palatine Chapter holds its monthly general meeting on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion Hall on Palatine Road in Palatine. For further information on the Jaycees, membership or any of their sponsored events contact the group through the address, email or phone number above or visit their website, www.palatinejaycees.org.