MT. VERNON — The United Way of South Central, Illinois is set to host their “Stuff The Bus Bash” at the GenFed Financial building in Mt. Vernon on Friday, July 27th from 11am-3pm. The event helps provide school supplies for students in Jefferson County.
Executive Director with United Way, Natalie Wellen says the event will have food available for purchase for those who make donations.
When you bring school supplies or a cash donation, United Way gives you the chance to register to win prizes including a TV, iPad and kid’s bike.
Wellen says United Way plans to bring this same event to all the counties they serve.
United Way not only serves Jefferson and Marion County; but they represent Washington, Wayne, Wabash, Hamilton, and Franklin counties as well.
The GenFed building is located at 802 S. 42nd St. in Mt. Vernon. Find out more details on this event through the link here http://www.uwsci.org/ or by searching for United Way of South Central, Illinois on Facebook.
Listen for the full interview with Executive Director Wellen on the Southern Illinois Insider Program this Sunday at 11am on WMIX AM940/96.5FM and on 94.1FM.