Administer Justice honors volunteers

Administer Justice held its Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast on Saturday, April 11, at the Elgin Country Club.

The nonprofit provides free civil legal assistance, financial counseling and educational services to low-income individuals. Each year, the organization gathers to celebrate the dedicated volunteers who make the work of Administer Justice possible.

Last year, more than 350 volunteers dedicated 10,500 hours to serve those in need.

Award recipients this year included numerous local citizens. Jewel Price of Elgin received the True Mercy Award and Marc Altenbernt, a volunteer attorney from Oswego, received the True Justice Award.

The Community Care Award, given to a business or organization that demonstrates a heart of encouragement and support for the work of Administer Justice, was presented to Camcraft, a manufacturing business in Hanover Park. Bern Bertsche, Camcraft's chairman of the board, accepted the award.

Hosanna! Lutheran Church of St. Charles, a longtime supporter of Administer Justice, was the recipient of the Barnabas Award, which acknowledges the support of area churches.

More than 100 individuals attended the breakfast.

Eric Nelson, executive director of Administer Justice, thanked and encouraged those who give selflessly of their time and talents to assist low-income families. Bruce Strom, the organization's founder, also addressed the audience expressing gratitude for all who have supported the organization. This year, Administer Justice celebrates its 15th anniversary.

For more information, visit www.administerjustice.org or call (847) 844-1100.