Ottawa, IL–Graduating seniors from Princeton and Bureau Valley High Schools, along with St. Bede Academy who have enlisted in the military were recognized this May during commencement activities, where they were presented with financial support to cover the cost of items required by the military. Each recruit is provided with a “packing list” prior to leaving for the new military assignments with the expense ranging from $200-$300.
Flags of Freedom co-chairman Scott Underwood, and Rodney and Terry Johnson, all of Princeton, recently established the Support Our Soldiers Field of Interest Fund with the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation.
This year, the Field of Interest Fund awarded five recruits; Weston Heersink, Devin Steil and Sarah Ruiz from St. Bede Academy; Braydyn Krust from Princeton High School; and Maddox Moore and Jacob Bolin from Bureau Valley High School. Although funding opportunities are currently limited to Bureau County students, the Johnsons are enthusiastic about its growth and look forward to providing funding for other Starved Rock Country high schools in the future.
To donate to the Support Our Soldiers Field of Interest Fund, click here or submit a check via mail to the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation, 116 W. Lafayette St., Suite 2, Ottawa. For more information, call 815-252-2906.
