HIGHLAND PARK – State Senator Julie Morrison recently held an event to bring residents together by making fleece blankets and donating goods to local veterans in need.

“I truly appreciate everyone who spent a Saturday during the holiday season volunteering at my office’s event,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “It was especially great to connect with the next generation of volunteers and work together toward a great cause.”

Volunteers of all ages joined Morrison at the donation drive and blanket-making event, including families, police officers, honor students, scout troops, youth pageant queens, and fellow elected officials. Together, they collected dozens of new blankets, non-perishable food items, and new board games, puzzles, and playing cards to donate to Midwest Veterans Closet. The organization provides free clothing and food for veterans and service members in the community.

“Thank you to everyone who dropped off donations to make our event even more meaningful,” said Morrison. “Completed blankets along with donated food and games were delivered to Midwest Veterans Closet in North Chicago where veterans and service members can shop free of charge.”

People who would like to learn more about Midwest Veterans Closet can visit www.midwestveteranscloset.org.