As many central Illinois families continue daily struggles and The Salvation Army in Peoria and Pekin are hosting a special Drive-Through Food Box Distribution to assist area families in need.  Being held in partnership with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the event will distribute 830 food boxes to families in need.

This is a drive-through event to ensure safety; please arrive in a vehicle. There are no eligibility requirements or restrictions on receiving a box. To get a box of food for your family, visit one of the participating Salvation Army locations as follows:

• Wednesday, June 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (while supplies last)
• Available in three locations:
  • The Salvation Army – Pekin Corps, located at 243 Derby Street, Pekin
  • The Salvation Army – Peoria Citadel, located at 2903 W Nebraska Avenue in Peoria across from Pierson Hills
  • The Salvation Army – Peoria Family Services, located at 417 NE Adams Street, Peoria. To pick up food in downtown Peoria, take NE Adams St to Spalding Ave and turn left.  Drive a half-block, then turn right at the end of the parking lot next to the Child Care Center.  You will follow that alley way to the end to receive your food box.

If you have any questions, Kathy Anderson, senior development coordinator for Peoria at (309) 339-3849.