Remembering Marie Wilkinson (1909-2010)
Marie Wilkinson passed away on August 12, 2010 at the age of 101. She left behind an incomparable legacy that touched upon untold masses in and around the Aurora area. A legacy that spanned decades of advocating tirelessly for children and human rights. And now an era has come to an end. Marie was the [...]
MWFP Spirit Awards Luncheon May 15th
You are cordially invited to attend the Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry Spirit Awards Luncheon May 15, 2010 from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. The luncheon will be held at the Plumbers and Pipefitter Banquet Hall, 1295 Butterfield Road in Aurora, IL. We anticipate Ms. Wilkinson, who is celebrating her 101st birthday to be in attendance. [...]
Thanksgiving Food Drive Report
We just wanted to let everyone know that yesterday $1,175.00 worth of food bags were donated to our Food Pantry through the citywide Annual Holiday Food Drive. In total for the two Sundays we were invited to participate in , $1,825.00 worth of food bags were donated.
Volunteers Needed for Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive
The second annual Thanksgiving Food Drive is in full gear and we need volunteers. The Food Pantry was invited to participate on two consecutive Sundays. All food donated on these days will go directly to the Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry.