Throughout March and continuing through April 6, the Township is collecting these items to help keep pantry shelves stocked and ensure families have access to reliable, kid-friendly meals.
This year, Grove Junior High School students, led by the Grove Interact Club, took the campaign to an entirely new level. What began as a challenge from the Rotary Club of Elk Grove Village to collect 200 boxes quickly turned into something extraordinary. Under the leadership of Interact instructor Angela Addante, students launched a creative and engaging campaign that inspired widespread participation from students, staff, teachers, and the broader community.
Their efforts resulted in an incredible 1,918 boxes of mac and cheese collected, far exceeding expectations. The 6th grade class led the way with 1,091 boxes, earning a celebratory assembly where students had the opportunity to pie their teachers in the face, creating a fun and memorable reward for their hard work.
The overwhelming success of the campaign would not have been possible without the dedication and leadership of the Grove Interact Club, whose initiative, creativity, and commitment to service were the driving force behind this achievement.
The impact of the students’ generosity was further amplified by the Elk Grove Rotary Club, which matched the donations, bringing the total to an impressive 3,836 boxes. All items were donated to the Elk Grove Township Food Pantry, which serves approximately 1,100 families each month.
“This effort is a powerful example of what can be accomplished when young people come together for a common cause,” said Supervisor Scaletta. “We are incredibly proud of these students and grateful for community partners like the Elk Grove Rotary Club who help turn generosity into an even greater impact.”
Residents who would still like to contribute to the Mac Madness campaign can do so through April 6. Donations are accepted at the Township building, located at 600 Landmeier Road in Elk Grove Village, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with extended hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 7:00 p.m.
For more information, please visit or visit elkgrovetownship.com/ways-to-donate/.
