Senator Harriss Secures Funding For Crisis Food Center Improvements
The funding will help replace outdated fluorescent lighting with energy-efficient LEDs, reducing utility costs at the Alton food center.
ALTON – State Senator Erica Harriss (56th–Glen Carbon) announced she has secured state funding to help Crisis Food Center make needed improvements to its facility while reducing long-term operating costs.
The $5,000 investment will support the replacement of outdated fluorescent lighting with energy-efficient LED lighting, helping the organization lower utility expenses and direct more resources toward serving local families.
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“Crisis Food Center provides an important service to families in our community, and I want to make sure organizations like this have the support they need,” said Senator Harriss. “These improvements will help lower operating costs so more resources can go toward helping families who need it most.”
Nick Kessinger of Crisis Food Center welcomed the investment.
“Every dollar we can save on operating expenses helps us better serve the people who rely on us,” said Kessinger. “We appreciate Senator Harriss securing this funding and recognizing the importance of supporting local organizations like ours.”
Since taking office, Senator Harriss has secured more than $3.5 million in state funding for first responders, infrastructure and community organizations throughout the Metro East.
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