America250 Benefit Raises Over $30,000 for York Township Food Pantry

Nearly 2,000 community members gathered at Knolls Park in Lombard on June 28 for the York Township America250 Benefit, raising more than $30,000 to support the York Township Food Pantry through the Friends of York Township.

The family-friendly celebration featured live music, food trucks, local vendors, a Touch-a-Truck, children's activities, and community partnerships, all while celebrating America's upcoming 250th anniversary.

One of the day's highlights was the community dunk tank, where local elected officials helped raise more than $2,200 for the food pantry. The event opened with the Villa Park VFW Post 2801 Honor Guard and concluded with a performance by 7th Heaven.

Proceeds from the event will help the York Township Food Pantry continue serving hundreds of local families each month with food and essential household items.

York Township thanked the many volunteers, sponsors, community partners, entertainers, and residents whose support made the event a tremendous success and demonstrated the community's commitment to helping neighbors in need.

For more information about the York Township Food Pantry or ways to support its mission, visit yorktwsp.com.