Residents in Kewanee are rallying together as Tres Cafe Kewanee partners with Operation Juice Box, K9 Officer Josh Carpenter, and the Kewanee Police Department to support local children. Following a successful first event, community members are encouraged to donate items to help brighten kids’ summers. Donations of school supplies, bubbles, sidewalk chalk, or any other child-friendly items are welcome. A donation box will be available at Tres Cafe Kewanee, starting this Thursday, July 17, 2025. Organizers stress that every contribution, big or small, can bring joy and relief to local families, showing the community’s strength and generosity.
“Remember any donation helps the little people of our community continue to strive and have less worry and more fun. Anything is appreciated. Thank you Kewanee!! I know We will make some little hearts happy!! As a community we can be strong!”
More than 50 sandwiches and 100 juice boxes found their way into the hands of local children in Kewanee, thanks to an event held on July 4th. Organized by Josh Carpenter with K9 Maverick, TRES CAFE “Kewanee,” Lisa Fornander, and Operation Juice Box, the group started at Windmont Park before making stops throughout the community. The initiative was made possible through generous donations and ongoing support from residents, helping ensure children had a nutritious treat on the holiday. Organizers expressed gratitude for the continued contributions that allow community outreach programs like this to thrive, highlighting the power of local collaboration
