St. Clair County to Host Community Donation Drive Supporting Deployed Airmen from Scott Air Force Base

St. Clair County — St. Clair County is inviting area residents to come together in support of deployed Airmen by participating in a special donation drive on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The effort aims to collect comfort items and care package essentials to boost morale for service members stationed overseas.

Organized in partnership with local military supporters, the initiative will help ensure deployed Airmen from Scott Air Force Base receive tangible reminders of appreciation from the community back home. Free hot dogs and chips will also be available while supplies last.

Donation Details:

• Location: St. Clair County Courthouse (Circle Drive), 10 Public Square, Belleville, Illinois 62220
• Date & Time: Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Requested Items Include:
(Please bring only items listed below)

• Gift cards
• Handwritten letters and encouraging drawings
• Energy drink powder packets
• Energy gum
• Small puzzle books, crosswords and Sudoku books
• Trail mix (individual packages)
• Pop-Tarts
• Sanitary napkins or tampons
• Baby wipes
• Ponytail holders (rubber bands)
• Athletic socks (various sizes)
• Shoe inserts (various sizes)

“This donation drive is a simple but meaningful way for our community to show deployed Airmen that their service and sacrifice are appreciated and not forgotten,” said event organizer Kimberly Huth, St. Clair County’s Director of Military Affairs. “Every donation makes a difference.”