Trustees Approve $13,300 in Social Service Agreements

Monee Township Board Meeting | Nov. 20, 2025

Article Summary:
The Monee Township Board approved three separate social service agreements to support local organizations and community initiatives. The funding will support youth athletics, financial education, and a community celebration.

Social Service Grants Key Points:

• Youth Athletics: $9,000 was approved for the University Park Youth Athletic Association (LIONS).

• Financial Education: $4,000 was allocated to Elevate Hope.

• Community Event: $300 was approved for the Village of University Park for the “100 Years of Black Excellence” initiative.

The Monee Township Board of Trustees on Thursday, November 20, 2025, voted to distribute $13,300 in funding through three new social service agreements.

The largest grant was awarded to the University Park Youth Athletic Association (LIONS). Trustee Terri L. Boles moved to approve the $9,000 agreement, which was seconded by Trustee Deborah Burgess.

The board also approved a $4,000 agreement with Elevate Hope to support the organization, which the agenda indicated provides financial classes.

Finally, the board voted to provide $300 to the Village of University Park for an event celebrating “100 Years of Black Excellence.”

All three agreements were approved by a 4-0 vote, with Supervisor Donna Dettbarn, Trustee Burgess, Trustee Boles, and Trustee Billy Morgan voting in favor.