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STEAC’s holiday program hosts drive-through distribution day 2 minute read STEAC volunteers work Saturday at First Baptist Church to get donated gifts and food to needy families as part of the annual Holiday Program. Courtesy photo Support Local Journalism Even amid the challenges of the pandemic, STEAC, the Short Term Emergency Aid Committee, brought the spirit of the season to more than 425 individuals and families through its 53rd annual holiday program. On Saturday, Dec. 15, prequalified recipients lined up in their cars for a drive-through distribution of hand-selected food and gifts ...

15 Shares Missouri 4-H’ers have been hard at work making blankets since the State 4-H Fashion Revue in October. Fifty 4-H’ers from 19 counties donated 72 handmade blankets to Project Linus as a result of a philanthropy challenge at the event. Project Linus is a national nonprofit that facilitates the donation of handmade blankets and afghans to children who are ill or in need. Blankets are collected locally and distributed to children through hospitals and social service agencies. At the Fashion Revue in October, 4-H’ers learned about Project Linus from Conni Douvier, North Central Miss...

From left, Boone County 4-H’ers Chloe, Zoe and Jolie Beal carrying blankets for Project Linus. Photo Courtesy of MU Extension Since the State 4-H Fashion Revue in October, Missouri 4-H’ers have been hard at work making blankets for Project Linus. According to a news release, fifty 4-H’ers from 19 counties donated 72 handmade blankets to Project Linus as a result of a philanthropy challenge at the event. Project Linus is a national nonprofit that facilitates the donation of handmade blankets and afghans to children who are ill or in need. Blankets are collected locally and distributed to...

Late daughter’s yarn stash donated to a good cause Milford. Jennifer Kalish Malzahn’s trove of yarn, books, and accessories will help Project Linus volunteers stitch blankets for children in need. Jennifer Kalish Malzahn loved and cared for everyone she met. She also loved to crochet. She made beautiful crocheted blankets, memory blankets, and carry bags that she gave as gifts. She formed a network of people from around the world to share granny squares with one another. When she passed away there was a large supply of yarn, books, and crochet accessories left behind. In her memory I ha...

7 Ways to Give Back at Christmas Without Spending Money Holiday giving doesn’t have to put a strain on your financial situation. By Megan Bailey megan bailey We all get it. You are a generous person and you like to help people...but money is tight! It can be hard to give back when you are in between jobs, flat out broke or on a fixed income. With the added stress of Christmas it seems impossible. Charity plays such a valuable role in people's lives but donating cash shouldn't put a strain on your financial situation. Not having a lot of cash does not me...