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To the editor: The Central
Illinois Veterans Commission (CIVC) would like to thank our
community, locally and beyond, for making it possible to provide our
first tiny home for veterans. What began as an idea over five years
ago became a reality on August 1st, when the keys were given to
veteran Scott Jackson in a ribbon cutting ceremony.
It took many minds, hearts, and hands to make this a reality. From
the inception of the idea to the breaking of ground, from the school
children that signed the 2x4s to the volunteers that nailed them in
place, and from those that provided the meals to those that provided
the means—we are grateful to you all.
One thing that is always needed in this type of effort is
perseverance—that tenacity needed to carry a mission through the
twists and turns. When plans fell through for our use of the defunct
Lincoln Developmental Center, our community stepped up. Land was
donated, and numerous individuals, civic organizations, veteran
posts, and foundations donated the funds.
With your help CIVC gathered enough funds to pay for the first
house. We used local sources whenever possible and engaged with
another nonprofit, the professionals of 2x4’s For Hope to do the
build.
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The community spirit during the week of the build was
simply amazing. Volunteers from near and far stepped up to the many
needs and tasks at hand. And many joined in the celebration to
welcome Scott to the neighborhood.
His new home, located on Sixth and College St in Lincoln, is the
first of three to be built on this lot. Many are now asking, “When
will the next one be built?” We are hoping in September. To move
forward on the second home, we will continue to need donors and
volunteers and nominations of veterans. Every word spread, every
gesture of help, and every dollar contributed counts.
The mission of CIVC is to provide homes for Central Illinois
veterans, and we could not do this without you. We again extend our
heartfelt thanks and look forward to your continued support as we
come together to make a difference in the lives of veterans.
The Board Members of CIVC
www.civeteran.org [Posted
August 24,
2021]
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