In the true spirit of the Girl Scout motto “to help people at all times,” members of Wilmette Troop 45167 did just that this past weekend. Adult leader Todd Shissler, numerous parents, and Brian Leverenz, Community Service Administrator at New Trier Township joined together to coordinate a two-day collection drive at the Jewel-Osco store at 411 Green Bay Road. Mr. Leverenz commented, “This was a hugely successful event. The girls were diligent about sharing “pantry wish list” flyers with shoppers entering the store, and their efforts really paid off.”
The hard work of these wonderful Girl Scouts will provide supplemental groceries to numerous families and senior citizens along the North Shore struggling to make ends meet. New Trier Township is presently in the midst of organizing its annual Thanksgiving and December holiday meal programs for food pantry clients.
If interested in donating cash or food items to help support the New Trier Township Food Pantry, please phone Brian Leverenz at (847) 446-8203.
Wilmette Girl Scout Troop 45167
Submitted by New Trier Township
New Trier Township’s mission is to provide leadership, advocacy and resources to benefit the physical, mental and social well being of Township residents. Established in 1850, New Trier Township government serves the 56,000 residents in the villages of Glencoe, Kenilworth, Wilmette and Winnetka, plus portions of Glenview and Northfield. The Township Office is located at 739 Elm Street in Winnetka or on-line at www.newtriertownship.com.