Donations Sought for Oak Lawn First Responder Appreciation Gifts

OAK LAWN, IL — HRE Illinois Real Estate Services is teaming up with other Oak Lawn businesses to assemble appreciation gifts for every member of the Oak Lawn police and fire departments as a way of thanking both for their extra effort during the coronavirus pandemic. Items will be assembled starting at noon Monday, April 27, at the HRE office, 5521 W. 110th St. #4, Oak Lawn.

Both the fire and police departments have 180 members combined. Donations are still being accepted, including:

• Gift cards to your local business or another;
• Coupons or discounts for your services;
• Monetary donations to be used to support Oak Lawn businesses and add to gift packages.

“As a member of the Oak Lawn Police and Fire Commission since 2006 and as an Oak Lawn resident, I have seen firsthand the excellent job the men and women of these departments perform at the highest standards,” said Ken Houbolt, president of HRE Illinois.

Any donations would be greatly appreciated. The gifts will be delivered to Oak Lawn Police Chief Randy Palmer and Fire Chief Mike Mavrogeorge for distribution among the ranks. Contactless pickup and delivery for donated items can be arranged by emailing Houbolt at ken@hreillinois.com or by calling 708-220-7613.