Community Corner
Nicor Gas Supports Melrose Park Families
Over 200 families benefit from free groceries and valuable resources at the collaborative event

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The Nicor Gas Community Connection Resource Fair in Melrose Park was a successful event that attracted over 200 families. It was designed to provide attendees with essential resources and support, including a week's worth of free groceries. The event was a collaborative effort involving Nicor Gas, State Representative Norma Hernandez and the Village of Melrose Park, aiming to offer a comprehensive range of services to the community.
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The fair featured various organizations and agencies that provided information and assistance on energy-saving measures, bill payment assistance and other community resources. Key partners included:
- CEDA (Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc.)
- The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division
- American Red Cross of Illinois
- The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs
- NAMI Illinois
- South Suburban Housing Center
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The event was a valuable opportunity for attendees to connect with these organizations and learn about the services available to them. For more details about the resources offered and future events, individuals can visit the Nicor Gas Community Connection website at nicorgas.com/C3.
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