The Learning Network of Clinton County has invited community members to join its cause with a yearly donation of $52 to the Emergency Fund for Immigrant Families that will receive a match if donated by April 31.
Those who donate to the fund by April 31 this year will have their contribution matched by The Farmers Bank to help double their impact for the fund. Donations may be placed online by visiting lnocc.org/donate or by making a cash or check donation at 111 S. Jackson St. in Frankfort between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. from Monday through Thursday.
About the EFIF program:
In June 2020, during the challenging times of COVID-19, we established the Emergency Fund for Immigrant Families (EFIF) to offer financial aid to those in our community who face hardship yet fall outside the scope of traditional assistance programs. This initiative, kick-started with a grant from United Way for Clinton County, has grown with the support of our community partners: The Farmers Bank, Habitat for Humanity, Zachary Confections, Community Foundation, and St. Matthew.
Initially focused on COVID-19 relief, the EFIF has since expanded its support to address a broader spectrum of challenges, including job loss, medical conditions, and immigration status adjustments among others. Our resources, however, are stretched thin by the overwhelming demand.
To tackle these challenges, we work closely with organizations like St. Vincent de Paul, Center Township, and Area IV. Our mission is guided by a coalition of five community organizations – Purdue Extension, Learning Network, Frankfort Lions Club, Frankfort Community Public Library, and Community Schools of Frankfort – meeting weekly to review and respond to assistance requests.
