Will County residents in need can sign up for holiday food basket

The Will County Center for Community Concerns will provide holiday food baskets for 125 income-eligible families with children ages 16 and younger.

Funding is provided through a Community Service Block Grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity.

The holiday baskets are for the December holidays only. Applications will be accepted Monday through Friday. For details, call the Center for Community Concerns at 815-722-0722.

The following is required upon application:

• Proof of residency in Will County (i.e., utility bill, mortgage statement, valid lease).
• Proof of 30 days of income for all household members from all sources.
• Printout of any benefits received from the Department of Human Services.
• Photo ID of applicant.
• Social Security cards for everyone in the household.
• Must have children younger than 16 and provide proof of their age (birth certificate, school records or medical card).

Holiday food baskets include a new coat, hat and gloves/mittens for each child in the household, gifts for each child and food for a holiday meal.